Project Costing Specialist Opportunity
We are seeking an experienced Project Costing Specialist to join our Finance department's Project Control office. The successful candidate will work within a growing team responsible for project cost control, from the initial offer stage through to handover and delivery of container crane products.
Our training program will enable the successful applicant to transition into the new role with support from lead costing specialists, ultimately leading to minimal supervision and full autonomy. Once trained, the individual will play a pivotal role in the company's continued success, with remuneration reflecting their position.
The key responsibilities include:
* Assisting with production cost estimates for new cranes, submitting them to the Sales department for inclusion in tender offer cost calculations;
* Preparing production cost estimates for optional technical features offered by sales as options in any tender offer;
* New crane contract project pre-cost calculations (budgets);
* Financial reviews of crane contracts, identifying possible root causes of cost overruns by comparing calculation costs to pre-cost calculations;
* Assisting Sales with general costing queries;
* Cost calculations for potential new crane technologies being developed by sales/product management/design; and
* Contributing to the continuous development of the department and all costing processes.
Required Skills and Qualifications
To be considered for this role, you should possess:
* A Diploma or Degree in an Engineering discipline, with experience in cost calculation/budget processes related to the supply of capex electromechanical engineering products;
* Demonstrated ability and willingness to adapt to and learn about container crane design where applicable and the current costing processes;
* An aptitude for the relationship between engineering design and production costs of the engineering product, with experience from crane manufacturing or similar fields;
* The ability to read technical specifications (structural/electromechanical/automation) and interpret costing requirements;
* Strong aptitude, ability, and willingness to learn, particularly in using IT tools (e.g., ERP systems and databases) to assist with cost calculations;
* PC literacy and competence with MS Office products;
* Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
Benefits
We offer a competitive salary, pension scheme, training and development opportunities, subsidised canteen, retailer discounts, travel opportunities, sports and social club, cycle to work scheme, and an early finish on Fridays.