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Senior cost engineer-defence

Swansea
AtkinsRéalis
Cost engineer
Posted: 24 June
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Welcome to Project & Programme Services within AtkinsRéalis

We’re AtkinsRéalis, a world-leading design, engineering, and project management organization. We connect people, data, and technology to transform the world’s infrastructure and energy systems.

Our Project & Programme Services team is proud to deliver on some of the most prestigious construction projects across the world. It's thanks to our talented people and their diverse thinking, expertise, and knowledge. Join us and you'll be part of our genuinely collaborative environment, where everyone is supported to make the most of their talents and expertise.

When it comes to work-life balance, AtkinsRéalis is a great place to be. Our flexible and remote working policies support your priorities. We're passionate about our work while valuing each other equally. Ask us about our recent pledges for Women's Equality, and our initiatives as a 'Disability Confident' and 'Inclusive Employer.'

With Cost Engineer opportunities at all levels, wherever you join us, you’ll play a central role in making exciting and diverse projects a reality. Valued up to £100m, your projects will range across the construction sector. You'll be trusted to lead your team and supported to develop further through structured training and career development opportunities.

Your Purpose:

* Maintain responsibility for the accuracy of cost data, including transposition into Cost systems and business reporting.
* Assure all Cost data that feeds into Cost reporting within the area, as well as all Cost data that feeds into Programme reporting.
* Act as main point of contact for all Cost reporting and Cost intelligence, working closely with the Head of Cost Management to maintain Cost Systems ensuring accurate reporting, benchmarking and analysis of Clients infrastructure costs.
* Provide expert professional advice covering Clients infrastructure Costs to our client and wider business stakeholders (including Procurement specialists, Cost / Contract Management personnel, Estimators, and Project Controllers).
* Ensure continuous development and improvement of Clients policies, procedures, and resources for all Cost services.
* Support the project controls manager in implementing and maintaining project controls processes for cost, including monthly reports, through intelligent information and analysis.
* Produce and maintain accurate cost forecasts aligned with the cost breakdown structure.
* Maintain all cost data for the programme within the financial control system, including monthly actual cost calculations.
* Coordinate and produce cost reports to a defined reporting cycle.
* Assist in the accurate assessment of the completion estimate.
* Assist in trend and change processes, including project change reports, cost impact analysis, and feedback on opportunities and risks.
* Review acceptance and integration of cost estimates and forecasts provided by contractors and suppliers.
* Assist with the analysis of earned value.

What you can bring:

* A recognized diploma or degree, or qualified by experience.
* Membership of a relevant professional body such as RICS, ACostE, ICES, or AACE is desirable.
* Understanding of cost management methodologies and techniques.
* Understanding of earned value analysis.
* Ability to reconcile cost information.
* Experience in the Infrastructure sector.
* Experience working closely with scheduling teams to ensure integration of cost and schedule.
* Knowledge of estimating, scheduling, and risk management software and techniques.
* Experience with contracts such as NEC3/4, IChemE, FIDIC.
* Effective client interface skills and project advisory experience.
* Good report writing and presentation skills.
* Proficiency in relevant IT skills.
* Knowledge of health and safety legislation.
* Experience on significant Defence projects.
* Knowledge of financial systems like SAP, Oracle CostOS, PRISM.
* Understanding of the inter-relationship between time, cost, and the project lifecycle.
* Working knowledge of Primavera.
* Experience with cost systems and tools.
* Familiarity with public sector policies and procedures.
* Skills in performance measurement and Earned Value Management.

Why work for AtkinsRéalis?

Join our Project & Programme Services team and expand your career on exciting construction projects addressing national security, clean energy, decommissioning, data centres, logistics, and decarbonisation programs. Gain international exposure and contribute to communities and a Net Zero Carbon future.

Recognized as a top Construction Management Consultant in the UK, with awards and high standards that reward excellence.

Corporate Social Responsibility | AtkinsRéalis Careers (atkinsrealis.com)

We are committed to developing our people through extensive training and supporting professional memberships.

Meeting your needs:

We offer a flexible 'Total Reward' package tailored to your lifestyle and needs. If you have a disability, inform us before your interview to discuss accommodations.

Our new name, AtkinsRéalis, reflects a new era. Benefits details are available via our website.

Additional Information:

This role may require security clearance, dependent on UKSV vetting processes, including proof of residency in the UK for 5 years or more. Please do not mention or include current or past security clearances in your application.

We promote diversity and inclusion, offering family-friendly policies, flexible work, and support networks. We value applications from all backgrounds and abilities.

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