Costing administrator apprentice

Job Description

Job Title

Costing Administrator Apprentice

Salary

Our salaries are competitive and reviewed regularly to ensure they remain fair and in line with the wider industry.

Location

Tipton

Our Company

Doocey Group is a family-run utility and civil engineering contractor with over 40 years’ experience built on strong, Black Country values. We’ve experienced significant growth over the past 10 years which we’ve achieved through consistently delivering high quality work on behalf of our clients, including National Grid and South Staffordshire Water. We pride ourselves on the strength of our relationship with our clients and subcontractors and despite operating in a very fast-paced and often challenging industry, we will soon register a turnover of £100m, a significant milestone for the organisation. If you’re looking to join a business that values hard work, loyalty and ambition, you’ll feel right at home here.

The Role

The Costings Administrator Apprentice provides support in the preparation, analysis, and management of costings and financial data. The role involves assisting in compiling accurate cost estimations, maintaining financial records, liaising with departments to gather required data, and ensuring compliance with company procedures and policies. This position is designed to offer hands-on experience and training, contributing to both personal development and the overall efficiency of the costings team.

The Apprenticeship

This role includes enrolment onto a Level 3 Business Administration Apprenticeship delivered in partnership with Sandwell College. This apprenticeship will work towards developing key competencies such as communication, data handling, problem solving and effective use of business systems, all aligned with the requirements of the role.

A representative from Sandwell College will attend site monthly to:

• Review coursework progress
• Assess performance against apprenticeship standards and targets
• Provide guidance and support to ensure successful completion of the programme

The apprentice is expected to maintain up-to-date coursework, actively engage in review sessions and demonstrate continuous development throughout the duration of the apprenticeship.

Responsibilities

• Work towards being first point of contact for all Costing’s queries from both inside and outside of the company
• Collate and chase, if necessary, any outstanding data from other departments to ensure data is prepared for weekly manager’s meeting
• Notify Directors and HR daily of the Finance teams’ whereabouts
• Working alongside the Costing’s team, ensure the timely maintenance of the Costing’s email inbox, responding and actioning accordingly
• Ensure personal coursework is consistently up to date, accurate and you are on track for the course completion date
• Populate costing spreadsheets
• Scan and digitally file weekly Costings and back-up documents
• Attend and take notes during the Costing meeting with supervisors, managers and directors
• Attend and participate in monthly tutor meetings to support with further learning towards successful completion for your apprenticeship
• Completion of any other necessary Costing’s tasks, as and when required
• Ensure completion of ongoing learning and development, to work towards full Costing’s Administrator role
• Ensure personal coursework is kept up-to-date and accurate
• Attend a monthly tutor meeting to support further learning towards your apprenticeship

Personal Qualities

• Strong attention to detail
• Highly organised
• Good communication skills
• Proactive and self-motivated
• Willingness to learn
• Punctual and organised
• Reliable
• Positive attitude

Technical Skills & Experience

• Working towards a comprehensive knowledge of Microsoft Office including Word, Excel and PowerPoint

Qualifications & Training

• Minimum Grade 4 in GCSE Maths and English

Additional Information

Doocey Group value a diverse workforce and welcome applications form all sections of the community, regardless of any protected characteristics.

Please note that we operate with a preferred supplier list and will not accept unsolicited CVs from recruitment agencies with whom we do not have an existing agreement.

By submitting your application, you consent to Doocey Group retaining your CV, application details, and personal information for the purpose of considering you for current and future employment opportunities. Your information will be stored securely and will only be shared internally as necessary.