Location: London (Hybrid Working)
Salary: £50,000 – £60,000 + Benefits
About the Role
Conrad Consulting is proud to be working with a leading global consultancy to recruit a Cost Controller to join their London team. This is a fantastic opportunity to support the delivery of complex and high-value defence programmes, playing a critical role in ensuring robust financial control and project performance.
Key Responsibilities
Monitor and control project costs across multiple defence programmes
Develop and maintain cost control systems, processes, and reporting structures
Track budgets, commitments, and expenditures, ensuring accuracy and transparency
Analyse cost variances and provide recommendations for corrective action
Support forecasting, cash flow management, and financial planning
Collaborate with project managers and stakeholders to ensure effective cost governance
Prepare detailed cost reports and present insights to senior stakeholders
Working Arrangements & Travel
Hybrid working model: typically 2–3 days on client site or office, with 2–3 days working from home
London office attendance may only be required approximately once per month for team meetings
Travel to client sites is required, with flexibility essential
Occasional overnight stays may be required depending on project needs
Requirements
Proven experience in a Cost Controller, Project Controls, or similar role
Experience within defence, infrastructure, or major project environments is highly desirable
Strong understanding of cost control, forecasting, and financial reporting
Excellent analytical and numerical skills with high attention to detail
Proficiency in Excel and cost management systems
Strong communication and stakeholder management abilities
Security Clearance Requirement
Due to the nature of the projects, candidates must be UK citizens holding a single nationality passport and be eligible to obtain the required level of security clearance.
What’s on Offer
Competitive salary of £50,000 – £60,000
Attractive benefits package
Flexible hybrid working arrangements
Opportunity to work on nationally significant defence projects
Clear career progression within a highly respected consultancy
Salary description
£50000.00 - £60000.00 per year