Lead Cost Analyst

Summary: The Lead Cost Analyst role at SSE involves managing a team of Cost Analysts while collaborating closely with Project Managers to ensure financial success and adherence to regulatory guidelines. The position requires strong leadership skills, a background in cost analysis, and the ability to drive process improvements. This is a 15-month fixed-term contract with flexible working options available.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead, develop, and grow the skills of the Cost Analysts through performance management.
• Ensure adherence to procedures and identify improvements in the operational job closure process.
• Collaborate with Delivery Project Managers to investigate financial anomalies and overspend reasons.
• Monitor financial performance of a programme of Connections work and manage project budgets.
• Establish project controls and reporting to support successful project delivery.

Key Skills:

• Experience as a cost analyst with knowledge of Distribution Network Operator (DNO) operations.
• Understanding of project governance and financial reporting.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel; knowledge of PROMIS and Harmony is advantageous.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Experience in team management is beneficial but not essential.

Salary (Rate): 48583

City: Perth

Country: United Kingdom

Working Arrangements: hybrid

IR35 Status: fixed-term

Seniority Level: Mid-Level

Industry: Energy