Cost Analyst
Tier 1 Rail Contractor | Midland Metro Alliance (MMA)
Birmingham – Summer Lane (Depot / Office Based)
40 hours | Monday – Friday
Office / site attendance required 5 days per week
The Opportunity
This is an opportunity to join a Tier 1 rail contractor working across the Midland Metro Alliance (MMA), supporting a portfolio of live urban light rail projects across Birmingham.
The role sits within the commercial / finance function, working closely with the Senior Commercial Manager and wider project teams to provide clear, accurate financial insight on project performance.
If you enjoy numbers, analysis and understanding how projects actually perform, and you want a role with exposure, development and progression, this is a strong move.
The Role
You’ll support the commercial and project teams by providing accurate financial data, analysis and reporting, including:
Supporting the preparation and presentation of project financial reports
Assisting with budgets and business plan preparation
Analysing actual costs vs forecasts across projects and programme activity
Managing the day-to-day financial aspects of contracts
Supporting change control and financial governance
Producing regular and ad-hoc financial reports
Carrying out reconciliations and performance analysis
Supporting monthly performance reviews with key stakeholders
Ensuring all commitments align with approved budgets or follow change control
Helping embed financial awareness across project teams
This is a hands-on analytical role, close to live projects and senior stakeholders.
Who This Suits
This role will suit someone who:
Has experience in a project-based finance or commercial environment
Is confident working with data, reports and analysis
Is strong in Excel and comfortable handling large datasets
Is detail-focused, organised and deadline-driven
Has an interest in commercial finance and project performance
Is looking to grow within a Tier 1 infrastructure environment
Experience & Background
Essential
Degree educated (or equivalent) in a relevant subject
Experience working within a project or programme environment
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Advanced Excel skills (formulas, functions, analysis)
Desirable
Exposure to infrastructure, rail, civils or construction
Experience supporting commercial or finance teams on live projects
Package & Benefits
Salary: £32,000 per annum
40 hours per week, Monday – Friday
26 days annual leave + bank holidays
Buy additional annual leave scheme
Company pension – 6% employer contribution
Death in Service – 4 x annual salary
Health Cash Plan (including dependent children)
Aviva Digital GP
Employee Assistance Programme
Cycle to Work Scheme
Flu vaccinations & eye care vouchers
Why Join?
Tier 1 rail contractor with long-term MMA workload
Exposure to high-profile urban rail projects
Strong commercial leadership and structured environment
Clear development opportunities into commercial / finance progression routes
Stability, visibility and career headroom
Ganymede is committed to creating a diverse workforce and is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of age, disability, gender, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, and sexual orientation