Senior Cost / Project Controls Consultant Application Deadline: 22 December 2025 Department: EMEA Consultancy - Transport & Infrastructure Employment Type: Full Time Location: Scotland, UK Description Soben is an award‑winning construction consultancy with bold ambitions and a clear trajectory for growth. Since launching in 2011, we have built a reputation for technical excellence, client focus, and delivery certainty. Now, we’re entering a transformative new chapter. In March 2025, Soben became part of Accenture’s Infrastructure and Capital Projects practice, within its Industry X division. This strategic acquisition combines our deep expertise in cost and commercial management with Accenture’s global scale and digital innovation. For our team, this unlocks a wealth of opportunity:

Access to world‑class resources and technology, enhancing how we deliver capital projects Involvement in high‑profile programmes across sectors such as data centres, energy, and pharmaceuticals Career development at scale, with exposure to international clients and cutting‑edge project environments A platform for innovation, as we continue to challenge traditional consultancy models and lead digital transformation.

About the opportunity We are seeking a highly experienced consultancy resource to provide leadership in cost and project controls for multi‑billion‑pound capital projects. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in refining current and establishing new robust processes to ensure effective delivery and governance across the projects. Key Responsibilities

Cost and Schedule Integration: Support implementation of integrated cost and schedule capabilities to enable accurate forecasting, performance tracking, and reporting. Controls and Approval Processes: Support the design and embedding of refined governance structures for cost approvals, budget management, and financial compliance. Change Control Management: Support / maintain rigorous change control processes to manage scope, cost, and schedule variations effectively. Risk and Opportunity Management: Support the integration of risk and opportunity reporting within standardised reporting structures. Performance Measurement: Drive performance metrics to monitor progress and drive accountability. Process Development and Continuous Improvement: Refine existing processes and suggest any best practices, ensuring scalability and sustainability. Stakeholder Engagement: Work collaboratively with internal teams and external partners to ensure transparency and alignment on objectives.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

Proven track record in cost and project controls leadership on major infrastructure or capital projects (multi‑billion‑pound scale). Expertise in cost modelling, forecasting, and reporting. Strong knowledge of schedule integration techniques and project planning tools. Demonstrated ability to design and implement governance and approval frameworks. Experience in change control and risk management within complex programmes. Familiarity with regulatory requirements for large‑scale projects. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

Benefits We’re on a mission to rewrite the rules. We’re a diverse team of professionals who consider our work a vocation, not just a job. This sense of purpose and affinity for what we do is what fuels our ambition, driving us to keep learning and seeking new challenges. Inclusion is at the heart of our company’s culture. We’re proud of our unique personality, and we know that our diverse team brings a wealth of perspectives that enrich our work. Grow with us Our people are our greatest asset, so you’ll get ongoing training and personal development to help you flourish, building a long‑term and successful career with us. We’re small but mighty – you’ll have opportunities to progress quickly and be trusted with responsibilities you could only dream of in a larger organization, including the chance to work on some of the industry's most exciting projects. What you’ll get in return Soben’s start‑up mentality means every person has the autonomy to make a difference within a fast‑paced dynamic organization. As well as market‑leading pay and conditions, we provide an environment where everyone can flourish. We value work‑life balance. Flexible schedules and remote work opportunities give you the opportunity to thrive at work and in your personal life. Our Leadership Principles

We always deliver on our promises, no matter how small We are driven to solve our clients’ problems as if paying our rent or mortgage depends on it We have a bias for action. Actions make things happen We employ the best people who are ambitious, hardworking, humble, and open to feedback. We empower them to “proceed until apprehended” We have a business owner mentality to cost management We are open, honest, and direct in our communications We have a growth mindset We reinvest our profits to create a sustainable business for the long term

About us Soben offers something different: world‑class construction consultancy, paired with hands‑on commercial experience. We increase certainty in our clients’ investments through cost, schedule, risk, and project management. With a track record of successfully delivering major construction projects, we pride ourselves on going the extra mile. And we always deliver on our promises. An obsessive commitment to excellence, and forensic attention to detail are the cornerstones of our culture. They’re how we help our clients deliver on time, on budget and with certainty, every time. #J-18808-Ljbffr