Project Controls Consultant - COBRA

westlakesrecruit; Bristol; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job description

Westlakes Recruit are currently recruiting for a Project Controls Consultant to be engaged on a contract basis. Candidates will ideally be based in Bristol and hybrid working will be supported.

Key Responsibilities:

• COBRA Management:
• Use COBRA to develop and maintain detailed project cost reports, schedules, and performance tracking.
• Configure and maintain COBRA data structures to support project cost management.
• Perform data entry, update project status, and ensure accuracy in the system.
• Analyze cost and schedule variances, forecast future costs, and recommend corrective actions.
• Project Cost Control:
• Develop and monitor budgets, forecasts, and project performance reports.
• Analyze cost data to identify discrepancies and trends, providing recommendations to management.
• Ensure that cost data in COBRA aligns with the project's actual and forecasted expenditures.
• Reporting & Analysis:
• Prepare and present regular cost and schedule reports for stakeholders using COBRA-generated data.
• Provide insight into project performance, highlighting any areas of concern, and suggest mitigations.
• Risk and Change Management:
• Assist with risk assessments and the identification of potential cost impacts.
• Support the change management process by tracking and incorporating changes into project budgets and forecasts in COBRA.
• Stakeholder Communication:
• Work closely with project managers, engineers, and other stakeholders to ensure project controls processes are understood and adhered to.
• Facilitate communication between project teams to ensure alignment on project goals and performance.
• Compliance and Documentation:
• Ensure all project controls processes comply with company standards, client requirements, and industry best practices.
• Maintain accurate and organized documentation of all project controls activities and reports.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Proven experience as a Project Controls Consultant or similar role, with extensive hands-on experience using COBRA software.
• Strong knowledge of project cost management, scheduling, and earned value management (EVM).
• Proficient in project controls software, specifically COBRA, and Microsoft Excel.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail, with the ability to interpret data and generate meaningful insights.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to work with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.