Job Description

Mission

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Are you a detail-driven finance professional looking to bring your expertise to international construction projects?

We are seeking a highly proactive and autonomous

Cost Controller

to oversee financial monitoring and cost management across multiple construction projects in the UK, Channel Islands (Jersey & Guernsey) and Switzerland.


This standalone role will work closely with project leads and senior management to drive financial accountability, compliance and performance. You will also collaborate with support functions including accounting and HR to ensure seamless financial operations and reporting.


The idea candidate will be hands-on, entrepreneurial and confident working across international jurisdictions.


The role is based in London but requires travels to France, Channel Islands and Switzerland. They might be based few weeks in Rennes, France (HQ).

Your main tasks:

1. Cost Control & Monitoring

Track and monitor project costs throughout all phases of the project lifecycle, working closely with Project Leads. Prepare and maintain comprehensive cost control files, reports, and financial spreadsheets. Support Project Managers and Directors in analysing cost variances and identifying corrective actions. Monitor client and subcontractor payments to ensure deadlines are met. Oversee post-completion financial reconciliation and head office cost allocations.

2. Budgeting & Forecasting

Assist in the preparation of overhead, project, and company budgets. Conduct monthly reviews of financial forecasts, analysing trends and variances.

3. Reporting & Analysis

Prepare and maintain the monthly Business Unit Dashboard. Ensure accurate and timely cost records to support effective decision-making. Oversee performance bond tracking (setup and release), project insurance, and related documentation.

4. Compliance & Documentation

Ensure adherence to company financial policies, procedures, and internal controls. Represent the international business unit at Group level meetings. Adapt financial processes to meet local legal and business requirements.

5. Finance Systems

Ensure accurate and up-to-date data entry within financial software systems. Act as the main point of contact for expense software queries and user support. Gather feedback and contribute to continuous improvement of financial tools and systems.

6. Accounting & Banking

Monitor key cash flow indicators and proactively support improvement initiatives. Liaise closely with the international accounting team to ensure alignment, accuracy, and compliance.

Profil

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Your profile:

You have proven experience in cost control or financial management, ideally within the construction or engineering industry.

Your assets?

Strong understanding of budgeting, forecasting and cost-monitoring principles. Excellent analytical and numerical skills, with the ability to interpret and explain complex data clearly. Highly skilled communicator, able to collaborate effectively with Project Leads, Senior Management and cross-functional teams. Fluency in English and French (advanced level) is required. Strong attention to detail, with a proactive and solutions-driven approach. Organised, results-oriented, and able to manage multiple priorities under pressure. A degree in Finance or a related field. Experience with financial or ERP software systems is an advantage.

You do not tick all the boxes but you are ready to take up the challenge? Apply now!

Your future working environment:

The London head office is based near Chancery Lane tube station. This lively neighbourhood gives you the opportunity to fully enjoy the London experience.

Our benefits :

Private Medical Insurance & Life Insurance Pension scheme 30 days Annual Leave + Bank Holiday Profit Shared Schemes Personalised Induction Plan (1:1 meetings with your colleagues, an induction day in France etc.) Training & Mentoring The opportunity to develop and progress in a varied and agile construction business Cycle to Work Scheme Volunteering activities, Group travels and more

Next steps:

Your profile is selected. The HR team will contact you to discussabout your experience, the role and the company. You might be invited to an interview with HR and management (add job title/name if possible)*.
When possible, you will meet your future colleagues for informal chats.*

Legendre UK is committed to being a place where everyone has a voice and feels they belong. We welcome applications from people from all backgrounds and communities. Making Legendre UK a diverse and inclusive place to work is a huge priority for us.