Assistant Cost Manager Job at Morgan Sindall Plc

Assistant Cost Manager

Morgan Sindall Plc

Location:
United Kingdom

Category:
Finance

Contract Type:
Not provided

Salary:

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Job Description:

Assistant Cost Manager Kent Talented people are the key to our success. Would you like to join an inclusive and collaborative organisation, recognised as one of the UK's most successful infrastructure businesses? We are seeking an ambitious Assistant Cost Manager to join our team on the National Grid Great Grid Partnership (GGP) framework. This is a high‑profile, nationally significant energy infrastructure programme, playing a vital role in strengthening and future‑proofing the UK's electricity network. This role offers an excellent opportunity to support the delivery of a diverse portfolio of high‑profile schemes within a supportive, high‑performing environment that encourages professional development and career progression. You will contribute to one of the UK's most important energy upgrades, helping to shape a resilient and future‑ready network.

Job Responsibility:

Proven ability to provide effective administrative support within a commercial or finance team
Experience ensuring accurate cost coding across plant and material requisitions and purchase orders
Competent in generating and maintaining system accruals for material deliveries and plant hire
Ability to process and complete timesheets for weekly paid resources accurately and to deadlines
Experience performing general accounts administration duties, including data entry and record management
Confident user of finance and accounts systems, with a sound understanding of purchase ledger processes
Ability to support the production of key financial reports, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.

Requirements:

Experience using finance or accounts systems, with a solid understanding of purchase ledger processes
Experience with COINS, or similar construction or commercial management systems
Strong Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel
Excellent planning, organisation, and time‑management skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities
Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team
Confident contributing across multiple projects, sites, or operational areas
Strong written communication, with well‑developed analytical and problem‑solving skills
High attention to detail, with a commitment to maintaining standards and meeting specifications
Proven ability to collaborate with colleagues to support project delivery and operational performance.

What we offer:

Generous holiday entitlement with the option to buy five days
Flexible and adaptable working
Family friendly policies and work/life approach
Mentoring programmes and continuous learning support
Contributory pension scheme
Annual bonus scheme
Recognition scheme and long service awards
Car scheme and Private Medical Insurance (if applicable to role)
Option to participate in our share-save scheme
discounts including cycle to work and gym membership
a support and advice service for colleagues and their families, and more.

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
May 05, 2026

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

On-site work

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