Project Controls Specialist (Cost Manager)

Arcadis is the world's leading company delivering sustainable design, engineering, and consultancy solutions for natural and built assets.We are more than 34,000 people, in over 30 countries, dedicated to improving quality of life. Everyone has an important role to play. With the power of many curious minds, together we can solve the world’s most complex challenges and deliver more impact together.Role description:As a Cost Manager, you will assist with Capital Project Controls activities (estimating, cost management, planning/scheduling, risk management, change management and contract) during the design and construction phases of capital projects working directly with the project management team and other supporting staff for a world-class pharmaceutical client.Role accountabilities:This role requires someone who works well in a fast-paced environment providing project and cost controls support for multiple projects. The ideal candidate will have cost, financial, commercial and schedule controls experience, ideally within the commercial sector. The successful candidate will have a minimum of 5 years’ experience and must be capable of executing technical and analytical functions, and be well organized with strong communication skills.Specific Duties and Responsibilities:Provide support to project teams throughout the project lifecycleProvide project level reports including detailed analysis of project cost and changesSupport the Project Management team in reporting current months Work In Place and future forecastsMaintaining and controlling project budgets from design concept through to project completionAssisting with control of total project costs (direct and indirect costs)Performing regular project health checks to ensure they remain within budgetSupporting change management activities including project change requests and updating project change control logsExecute change processes, including RFA / RFI Submittal Log updates, and assure alignment with budget, schedule, or risk impactsCompleting cost validation and quantity surveying on an as needed basisReconcile project costs during the project lifecycle and support financial closeout as requiredReconciling program and project controls data with the client’s fiscal and financial control systemsPresenting results of cost analysis to senior staff and clientsConduct monthly audits of invoices and Purchase Orders on behalf of the Project ManagerSupport the Project Manager with all aspects of the bidding process, including RFP preparation and analysis of bidsProvide support to the project controls delivery lead with capital and finance driven reportsQualifications & Experience:Bachelor’s degree in a relevant discipline (Construction Management, Quantity Surveying) or equivalent work experience, is desired5 – 10 years of relevant experienceDesired skills and experience:Excellent written and oral communications skills required as well as the ability to interact with staff at all levelsUnderstanding of construction means and methodologyAbility to read and understand design informationExperience using cost and scheduling software including Primavera P6 & SAPAbility to travel up to clients offices within the region as a hybrid role [60%] Preferred Qualifications:Professional license or working towards a professional license (RICS, CCM, AACE)Why Arcadis?We can only achieve our goals when everyone is empowered to be their best. We believe everyone's contribution matters. It’s why we are pioneering a skills-based approach, where you can harness your unique experience and expertise to carve your career path and maximize the impact we can make together.You’ll do meaningful work, and no matter what role, you’ll be helping to deliver sustainable solutions for a more prosperous planet. Make your mark, on your career, your colleagues, your clients, your life and the world around you.Together, we can create a lasting legacy.Join Arcadis. Create a Legacy.Our Commitment to Equality, Diversity, Inclusion & BelongingWe want you to be able to bring your best self to work every day. Our ambition is to be an employer of choice and provide a great place to work for all our people. We are an equal opportunity employer. We are dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in employment on any basis including race, creed, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status, disability, veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by law.Arcadis offers benefits for full time and part time positions. These benefits include medical, dental, and vision, EAP, 401K, STD, LTD, AD&D, life insurance, paid parental leave, reward & recognition program and optional benefits including wellbeing benefits, adoption assistance and tuition reimbursement. We offer nine paid holidays and 15 days PTO that accrue per year. The salary range for this position is $97,000 - $146,000. Actual salaries will vary and are based on several factors, such as experience, education, budget, internal equity, project and location.