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Cost Engineer

  • Location: Bristol, BS2 0EL
  • Salary: £40000 - £45000 per annum
  • Job Type:Permanent

Posted 6 days ago

  • Sector: Nuclear
  • Contact: Dannielle Riley
  • Contact Email: dannielle.riley@nrl.co.uk
  • Contact Phone: 01942 323277
  • Start Date: 28 November 2024
  • Expiry Date: 28 December 2024
  • Job Ref: V-188122

Our client who are major players in the nuclear industry are on the lookout for a Cost Engineer to be based in Bristol on a hybrid basis. This is a permanent position and you will need to be able to obtain BPSS clearance.

As a Cost Engineer you will support the PCM or IPC Cost Manager in the implementation and maintenance of Integrated Project Controls processes for Cost, including the production of monthly reports, through the provision of intelligent information and analysis. Collaborate with other Disciplines of Integrated Project Controls, as well as other Project Support Functions, to help deliver Project goals.

Key responsibilities will be: 

  • Produce and maintain accurate cost and cash forecasts in alignment with the Cost Breakdown Structure (CBS)

  • Accurately maintain all cost data for the Programme within the financial control system (EcoSys), including monthly ACWP calculations

  • Co-ordinate and produce cost reports to a defined reporting cycle

  • Assist in the accurate assessment of EAC

  • Assist in the Trend & Change process, including production of Project Change Reports, analysis of cost impact and provision of feedback on areas of risk and opportunities

  • Review, acceptance and integration of cost estimates and forecasts provided by Tier 1 Contractors and suppliers

  • Assist with analysis of earned value and adhere to Project governance and Cost standards and procedures

  • Ensure all Project documents, in particular Sensitive Nuclear Information, are correctly protectively marked, and protected in accordance with policies and procedures

Qualifications/experience:

  • Minimum of HND or equivalent qualification in Engineering, Construction, Quantity Surveying or other related field

  • Proven relevant experience in a Project Management or Project Controls environment in a similar Cost role

  • Degree in Engineering, Construction, Quantity Surveying or other related field

  • Professionally qualified with chartered or equivalent status

  • Experience in the use of cost management software systems such as EcoSys

  • Experience on a major construction project and experience in the Nuclear sector


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