Description As Junior Cost Engineer you will be responsible for providing cost management support to the EDF Energy Nuclear Generation work portfolio and will monitor, control, and forecast the costs during the Project lifecycle. Please note potential candidates for this role must be able to obtain and retain CTC (Counter Terrorist Check) level security clearance to be considered for this position. (Minimum 3 years residence in UK). LI-OF1 Responsibilities Control, monitor, analyse and report cost related aspects for designated projects within a Portfolio. Performance Analysis– identify & understand variances against the baseline. Cost Reconciliation Monthly reporting including status reports & accountability meetings with stakeholders. Cost Forecasting Assist with Baseline Management and Change & Risk Management Assist in the development and use of Project Control Structures (CBS, OBS, WBS etc.) Close working relationship with the Planning Project team to maintain an aligned financial position with the project plan, playing a key role in an integrated Project Delivery team Qualifications Essential Good grasp of Excel. Formulas required (IFs, ANDs, ORs, V/X LOOKUPS, SUMIF(S)) and experience of working with big datasets. Ability to read data and pull out the meaning and concisely produce commentary for all levels of the business. Previous experience of cost control together with the ability to administer transactional aspects in SAP, including order placement and accruals Some experience / understanding of Earned Value Analysis / Earned Value Management (EVM) High level of numeracy and excellent analytical skills Exhibits awareness of the level of interaction required with the project team function to support the successful delivery of projects Desirable Self-motivated with good interpersonal skills working in a team environment Relevant experience in Project Controls and/or Project Delivery, preferably in a highly regulated environment Excellent MS Office skills and well versed in the preparation of reports and information using packages such as Word, Excel and PowerPoint. HNC/HND, degree qualified or experience in a cost related discipline is desirable