Cost Control & Data Analyst

HS2 Ltd; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK infrastructure firm in Birmingham is seeking an experienced professional to monitor project costs and build dashboards using Power BI. The role involves data analysis for decision-making and requires 3-5 years of relevant experience, primarily in the construction sector. This position supports a diverse team emphasizing collaboration and inclusivity. The firm offers flexible working options and comprehensive wellbeing support.

Benefits

Flexible working options

Free parking & travel allowance

Family-friendly policies

Wellbeing support & flu vaccinations

Qualifications

• 3-5 years’ experience in a similar role, ideally within the construction sector.
• Demonstrated ability to build dashboards and reports from scratch.
• Solid understanding of cost control, budget management, KPI analysis, and cashflow preparation.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and analyse project costs and budgets.
• Build comprehensive Power BI dashboards and reports to visualise KPIs.
• Prepare and manage cashflow forecasts aligned with programme timelines.

Skills

Power BI

Excel (including VBA)

Problem-solving

Data analysis

Communication skills

Job description

HS2, Britain’s new high-speed railway is at peak construction. Balfour Beatty VINCI is HS2’s construction partner in the Midlands, responsible for delivering 90km of the route, from Long Itchington in Warwickshire to the centre of Birmingham and on to Handsacre in Staffordshire.

Now is a great time to join us and be part of a diverse team of nearly 9,000 people from over 80 nationalities working together to deliver major assets including bridges, tunnels and viaducts. Whether onsite or officed based all colleagues have a key part to play in delivering this critical transport infrastructure project.

Role Responsibilities

• Monitor and analyse project costs and budgets, ensuring accurate tracking, reporting, and financial control.
• Build comprehensive Power BI dashboards and reports to visualise KPIs and key financial data.
• Analyse KPIs and spending trends to generate actionable insights and support decision‑making.
• Prepare and manage cashflow forecasts aligned with programme timelines and historical trends.
• Use data analysis to support cost control, collaborate with cross‑functional teams, and drive continuous process improvements.
• 3–5 years’ experience in a similar role, ideally within the construction sector.
• Strong skills in Power BI, Excel (including VBA), and PowerPoint.
• Demonstrated ability to build dashboards and reports from scratch.
• Solid understanding of cost control, budget management, KPI analysis, and cashflow preparation based on programmes and historical data.
• Excellent analytical and problem‑solving abilities, supported by strong communication and collaboration skills.

Applicants must have the right to work in the UK to be considered.

Why Join Us

• Flexible working options
• Free parking & travel allowance (where eligible)
• Family-friendly policies
• Wellbeing support & flu vaccinations

About Us

Balfour Beatty VINCI is a joint venture with over 30 years of experience delivering iconic infrastructure, including the Channel Tunnel, Crossrail, and upgrading some of the UK’s busiest motorways. On HS2, we’re building everything from viaducts and tunnels to bridges and embankments across the West Midlands.

Diversity & Inclusion

We’re proud to be an inclusive employer, welcoming people from all backgrounds, abilities and neurodiversities. As a Disability Confident Leader, we encourage applications from candidates with disabilities. Flexible Working options are available and we’re open to discussing arrangements to suit your needs, aligned with project requirements.