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Commercial Administrator/ Cost Engineer

United Kingdom, Birmingham 32000.00 - 34000.00 GBP / Year · Job Posted January 06, 2026
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An opportunity to join a growing Tier 1 rail contractor on major UK rail projects. This is a commercial support role, supporting QS, Delivery and Finance teams to keep labour, plant, materials and subcontract costs controlled, accurate and paid on time. It’s hands-on, close to delivery and offers clear progression into QS / senior commercial roles.

Job Responsibility

  • Supporting QS / SQS with cost control on live projects
  • Managing POs, GRNs, PODs and invoice queries
  • Tracking actual vs budget, accruals and commitments
  • Working with site teams to close out missing records
  • Liaising with suppliers and subcontractors
  • Supporting weekly commercial reporting and reviews

Requirements

  • Experience as a Cost Engineer, Cost Clerk or Commercial Administrator
  • Background in rail, civils or infrastructure (ideally)
  • Strong Excel skills (Power BI a bonus)
  • Organised, detail-driven and commercially aware

Nice to have

  • Power BI a bonus
  • Background in rail, civils or infrastructure (ideally)

What we offer

  • 26 days holiday + bank holidays (buy more if needed)
  • 6% employer pension contribution
  • Health Cash Plan (incl. dependents)
  • Aviva Digital GP
  • 4x salary life cover
  • Cycle to Work Scheme
  • EAP, flu jab & eye care vouchers
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