Project Administrator
10 days ago
Feltham
Costing Assistant Location: Feltham, Greater London Rate: £250 - £300 per day (Inside IR35) Contract: 12-Month Temporary Contract Hours: 45 Hours per Week We are currently seeking an experienced Costing Assistant to support a busy project delivery team based in Feltham. This role is responsible for ensuring that all site-related costs are accurately captured, recorded, and allocated within company systems. Working closely with Site Managers, Project Managers, Quantity Surveyors, and Commercial Teams, you will play a key role in maintaining accurate project cost information and supporting the smooth operation of project controls processes. Key Responsibilities • Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of all site costs., • Chase, receive, and process allocation sheets from Site Managers and Project Managers., • Allocate labour, vehicles, plant, materials, and subcontractor costs against the correct project numbers., • Receive and manage delivery notes and site tickets, ensuring costs are correctly allocated against purchase orders and project codes., • Process cost information within CPA, Oracle, and other project management systems., • Prepare weekly timecards and payroll information for weekly-paid personnel., • Ensure allocation sheets, delivery notes, and other project documentation are uploaded and maintained within SharePoint., • Liaise with Quantity Surveyors and site teams to resolve cost queries and discrepancies., • Support commercial teams by ensuring project cost records remain accurate and complete., • Assist in maintaining auditable records and supporting project reporting requirements. Essential Requirements • Previous experience as a Costing Assistant, Commercial Administrator, Cost Administrator, Project Cost Coordinator, or in a similar role., • Experience working within construction, engineering, infrastructure, utilities, rail, aviation, highways, water, energy, or telecommunications projects., • Strong attention to detail and accuracy when handling cost information., • Good understanding of labour, plant, material, and subcontractor cost allocation processes., • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office., • Experience using Oracle, CPA, SAP, COINS, or similar costing/project management systems., • Experience using SharePoint or similar document management systems., • Excellent communication and organisational skills., • Ability to manage multiple priorities and work to deadlines. Desirable • Experience supporting Quantity Surveyors or commercial teams., • Previous experience on major infrastructure or construction projects., • Knowledge of project cost management processes and project controls., • Experience working within a fast-paced site environment.