Job Description

Bouygues UK is a leading construction and property development company in the United Kingdom. It is part of Bouygues Construction which employs 35,600 people around the world, all driven by the greatest and most exciting responsibility of all - building for life .



Bouygues Energies & Services UK Branch is recruiting a Project Cost Controller to be based in Bristol , to support the Hinkley Point C (HPC) Project.

Ideally the Cost Controller will be able to speak French as the role will involve liaising with senior stakeholders who primarily speak French as their first language, however applications from non french speakers will be considered.

We are committed to providing cutting edge solutions for our clients' Nuclear facilities and are recruiting a Project Cost Controller to join our team. The Project Cost Controller will work as part of a small finance team and will provide a comprehensive and efficient service to the project.

The Role:

Input and/or control of the data in the accounting system - SAP (PO and subcontracts), in interaction with site teams and accounting department.

Ensure the project is reviewed monthly with the teams, establish the monthly cost control and explain variances - KPIs : Turnover / End of project forecasted margin / Invoicing and cash.

Raise Client invoices in SAP, keep records updated, ensure payment is received, and proactively chase overdue payments.

Actively work towards a greater automatization of the cost control processes through SAP and digital tools.

Receipting and monitoring Purchase Orders, dealing with invoices and disputes, in our accounting and finance tool (SAP), and liaise with the site and other departments - to ensure our supply chain is paid on time.

Work alongside the wider accounting department for all financial issues both in UK and in France including suppliers and subcontractor payments.

Monitor supply chain payment performance KPIs and deliver action plans towards these.

Liaising with subcontractors, monitoring signature of change orders / monthly applications & payments process.

Comply with the Company's Policies, Management Plans and procedures.

Understand, interpret, and constructively challenge to improve processes and delivery business performance.

Fulfil Health and Safety responsibilities by adherence to the requirements of the Health and Safety Policy.

Liaise with the Headquarters in France regarding the update of data for order intake, activity, results and forecast on a monthly basis.

The Person:

Essential Criteria:

Working knowledge of Excel and willingness to learn quickly

Ability to complete detailed analysis of cost variances with a strong attention to detail

Ability to work and manipulate large data sets

Be able to interpret and communicate financial performance

Strong interpersonal skills and an effective team player

Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English and French

Ability to multi-task in a fast place environment

Experience with SAP software

Desirable criteria:

Experience in construction or industrial environment

French speaking skill (fluent)



Why Energies & Services

Bouygues Energies & Services, is part of the Bouygues Group - a global brand employing over 130,000 people in 80 countries within the construction, engineering, civil works, energy services, telecommunications and media sectors.

Bouygues Energies & Services specialise in the execution of technically challenging, time sensitive projects in critical environments: cleanrooms, laboratories, industrial plants, and data centres. With over 50 years of experience, we offer our clients seamless consulting and engineering solutions through an in-house design, build, operate and maintain delivery model.

Day in, day out, our teams deliver some of the most technically innovate and challenging projects. With a strong corporate culture, our values reflect how we operate with Respect, Excellence, Courage, Integrity and Passion. We offer competitive basic salaries with generous company benefits.



Be Yourself!

Here at Bouygues we value the creativity and innovation that our diverse workforce brings, encouraging people from all backgrounds, particularly those from underrepresented communities to apply. By joining us, you will be inspired to bring your full self to the workplace, speak up and share your unique ideas. You will also have an opportunity to join our employee led diversity & inclusion communities such as WeLink (women network), Encompass (LGBTQ+), Kaleidoscope (BAME), Disability and Wellness peer support network, Parents and Carers network.

We are an equal opportunities employer and encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of gender, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity.

We value your privacy and we are committed to protecting your personal details. If you choose to apply for this role, please do not include any sensitive data on your CV which reveals (directly or indirectly); your race or ethnic origins, your political, philosophical or religious opinions, or your membership of a trade union, your social security number, or information which relates to your health or sexual orientation or to any criminal convictions.