Rubicon Consulting

Rubicon Consulting is currently recruiting for a Cost Controller on a 6 month contract , based in Middlesbrough This role falls INSIDE IR35 Role Summary The Cost Controller will support Project/Package Management with the management and control of contract costs, ensuring contracts stay within budget and meet quality standards by estimating costs to completion, supporting contract/commercial management, and overseeing financial reporting, for various professional services and/or supply contracts. The Cost Controller shall comply with our Clients confidentiality and information security policies at all times and be aware of health and safety in your area of responsibility in line with the relevant section(s) of the relevant Health and Safety Policy and regulations. Reporting to the Package Manager and Site Contract Manager, the Key Responsibilities include: 1. Cost Estimation and Control/Management o Estimating quantities and costs of materials, labour, and time. o Developing cost plans and budgets. o Monitoring costs and identifying potential cost overruns, including the tracking of variations/changes to the contract that may affect costs. o Advising on cost-cutting measures and value engineering. o Analysing repair/maintenance or re-work costs. o Understand the implications of health and safety regulations. 1. Contract Management/Commercial support: o Overseeing and valuing subcontractors' work for payments and support on payment/invoice management. o Support on managing risk and ensuring compliance with regulations and quality standards. o Assessing the quality of work and identifying potential issues. o Support on ensuring the subcontractors/suppliers have the necessary skills and experience for their works. o Support on change management, contractual notices, claims and document control. 1. Reporting and Analysis: o Preparing cost and progress reports. o Analyzing project outcomes and providing budget/progress reports. o Identifying and reporting variations and changes to the contract in a timely manner. Skills and Qualifications: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Meticulous/Strong attention to detail, ensuring accuracy within reporting Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills. Knowledge of construction methods and materials. Understanding of construction contracts and legal matters. Capacity to prioritise work and interface with relevant stakeholders for the collection of information. Influencing skills, intercultural skills, capable of working in a team or individually. A relevant degree or qualification in cost control or a related field. Proficiency with Microsoft Office Essential Experience Demonstratable infrastructure, engineering and / or construction experience. Good understanding of day-to-day commercial administration in the Engineering and Construction industries. Experience in supporting large-scale projects and change initiatives using appropriate methodologies. Proven experience of Professional Services/Supply contracts. Our Company Rubicon Consulting is a Talent management consultancy which helps you to optimise business performance and competitive advantage by choosing the right people first time!

Rubicon Consulting is currently recruiting for a Senior Software Developer on a 6 month contract, based remote. Role Overview This is a contractor assignment for an experienced Senior Software Developer with a strong focus on business analysis and pre-development solution shaping within a finance environment. The role is designed to provide short-term, high-impact support to Finance and Digital teams by ensuring business needs are clearly understood, analysed and translated into actionable requirements before development begins. Key Responsibilities Engage with Accounting, Controlling and FP&A stakeholders to elicit, clarify and challenge requirements before software development starts. Analyse current-state and target-state finance processes, identifying inefficiencies, risks and opportunities for simplification. Translate business needs into clear, prioritised functional and non-functional requirements suitable for delivery teams. Act as the initial gatekeeper for new requirements and incidents, ensuring they are well-defined, value-driven and technically feasible. Design pragmatic, sustainable technical solutions aligned to enterprise standards and long-term maintainability. Provide hands-on senior development input where required, maintaining a solution-level view across the application landscape. Review existing applications and integrations to assess alignment with business intent and recommend improvements. Ensure business logic is transparent, documented and testable to support auditability and compliance. Collaborate with onshore and offshore teams to ensure shared understanding of business context and priorities. Support release, deployment and governance activities, escalating risks and dependencies as appropriate. Identify opportunities to simplify finance processes, reduce manual effort and improve transparency through digital solutions. Provide focused ad-hoc analysis and insight to support prioritisation and decision-making during the assignment. Experience/ Requirements Extensive experience as a senior software developer in complex, enterprise environments. Strong capability in business analysis within technology-led initiatives. Proven ability to engage confidently with senior finance stakeholders and translate business problems into technical direction. Solid understanding of finance, accounting or controlling processes and data flows. Experience with modern development and delivery practices including cloud platforms, CI/CD pipelines and automated testing. An outcome-focused, pragmatic mindset with the ability to deliver value quickly in a time-bound contractor engagement. Our Company Rubicon Consulting is a Talent management consultancy which helps you to optimise business performance and competitive advantage by choosing the right people first time!

Rubicon Consulting is currently recruiting for a Finance Analyst on a 6 month ongoing Contract, partially remote, with 1 day per week working in the Newcastle office. This role falls INSIDE IR35 7.5 Hours per day , 37.5 hours per week List job deliverables and skillsets/experience required: Delivers accurate budget tracking, forecasting, and monthly cost reporting to support project and service performance. They ensure financial compliance by monitoring purchase orders, invoices, and cost deviations while providing clear insights to project and service managers. The role requires strong analytical skills, Excel proficiency, and experience in cost centre control. Our Company Rubicon Consulting is a Talent management consultancy which helps you to optimise business performance and competitive advantage by choosing the right people first time!

Rubicon Consulting is currently recruiting for CAD Designer on a 12 Month Contract, based in London/ Hybrid Role Summary Create detailed 2D and 3D drawings using CAD software (e.g., AutoCAD, SolidWorks) Interpret from in the field sketches, specifications, and technical data to produce accurate designs. Revise drawings based on feedback from engineers or project managers Ensure all drawings comply with industry standards and regulations Maintain organized records of drawings and project files Collaborate with team members to meet project deadlines Perform quality checks to identify and correct design errors Requirements Proficiency in CAD software such as AutoCAD, SolidWorks, or Revit DV Clearance Strong understanding of technical drawing principles and standards Good attention to detail and accuracy Ability to read and interpret engineering or architectural drawings Basic knowledge of materials, construction, or manufacturing Strong communication and teamwork skills Relevant qualifications Our Company Rubicon Consulting is a Talent management consultancy which helps you to optimise business performance and competitive advantage by choosing the right people first time!

Rubicon Consulting is currently recruiting for a HSQE Advisor on a Permanent Basis, based UK Wide. Role Summary Serve as a point of contact for HSQE-related inquiries. Raising the profile of Health, Safety, Quality and Environment (HSQE) on site and within the projects Conducting site visits Toolbox Talks Promoting a positive Health, Safety, Quality and Environment Culture Undertake detailed HSQE site inspections as directed by the HSQE Manager Ensure that all findings from both internal and external HSQE inspections and audits are communicated and closed out within the required timescales. Making general assessments of how sites and Operatives work and behave in relation to Health, Safety, Quality and Environmental working practices. Adopting a hands on approach to coaching Heath, Safety, Quality and Environmental best practices with everyone on site Giving Heath, Safety, Quality and Environmental advice to Operatives and Managers, including legislation and client requirements Promoting use of the Process improvement and Near Miss reporting systems and ensuring timely close-out of corrective actions Promoting our culture of integrating Safety, Health Quality and Environmental considerations into everyday processes Undertaking accident and incident investigations to identify causes and opportunities for improvement Assist in the development and delivery of Toolbox Talks for Operatives and Managers Attend HSQE meetings and conference calls. Assist the HSQE Director / Manager in the certification to ISO 45001, ISO 14001 and ISO 9001 and their ongoing compliance Requirements Strong HSQE experience Proven experience in the water / wastewater treatment industry Basic knowledge of ISO standards (ISO (phone number removed) EUSR SHEA and Hygiene cards NEBOSH General or Construction Certificate or equivalent level 3 qualification Our Company Rubicon Consulting is a Talent management consultancy which helps you to optimise business performance and competitive advantage by choosing the right people first time!