Cost Clerk

Cost Clerk / Project Administrator A46 Infrastructure ProjectLocation: Stoneleigh, WarwickshireContract: Temporary up to six monthsHours: 40 hours per weekPAYE rate: £12.71£15.38 per hour, dependent on experienceUmbrella rate: Approximately £17.50£21.00 per hour assignment rateThe OpportunityWere recruiting a Cost Clerk / Project Administrator to join the site-based delivery team working on a major A46 highways infrastructure project near Stoneleigh, Warwickshire.This is a full-time temporary position for up to six months, supporting the project through to its scheduled completion towards the end of 2026.The scheme involves major improvements to the A46 junction, including the construction of a new bridge and redesigned slip roads. The completed project will help reduce congestion, improve road safety and provide additional capacity to support future growth across the area.Youll work closely with the Commercial Manager, Quantity Surveyor and operational teams, helping to ensure project costs are captured accurately and the wider team receives reliable commercial and administrative support.The RoleThis is a varied position combining cost administration, commercial reporting and general project support. Your responsibilities will include:Recording and validating labour, plant, equipment and subcontractor costsRaising purchase orders and processing goods receiptsSupporting invoice processing and resolving cost queriesMaintaining accurate commercial records and project documentationProviding information for cost reporting, forecasting and cost controlAssisting with monthly reporting and cost value reconciliationsSupporting payroll and timesheet administrationMaintaining project databases and document-control systemsLiaising with suppliers, subcontractors and internal project teamsProviding general administrative support to help the site office run efficientlyAbout YouYoull ideally have previous experience as a Cost Clerk, Project Administrator, Commercial Administrator, Site Administrator or in a similar support role.Experience gained within construction, civil engineering, highways or infrastructure would be particularly useful, although applications are also welcomed from candidates with transferable experience from another project-led environment.You should have experience of some of the following:Cost capture and maintaining financial recordsPurchase orders and goods receiptingInvoice processingTimesheets or payroll administrationCommercial or financial reporting systemsMicrosoft Excel, Word and OutlookYoull be highly organised, accurate and comfortable managing several priorities in a busy project environment. Strong communication skills are also important, as youll regularly work with commercial teams, site colleagues, suppliers and subcontractors.Pay OptionsPAYE: £12.71£15.38 per hour, dependent on experience. Holiday pay will be provided in accordance with the agreed PAYE arrangement.Umbrella: Approximately £17.50£21.00 per hour assignment rate. This is the amount paid to the umbrella company and is not the workers gross or take-home pay. The umbrella company will deduct its employment costs and margin before calculating taxable gross pay.About the CompanyYoull be joining a highly regarded international infrastructure and construction specialist with an established presence across the UK.The business delivers major projects across the highways, civil engineering, airfield and infrastructure sectors and is recognised for investing in its people, promoting professional development and delivering sustainable infrastructure solutions.This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Cost Clerk or construction administrator to contribute to a major highways scheme and gain further experience within an established project team.Apply today for further information and a confidential discussion.TPBN1_UKTJ