Are you an experienced Cost Manager looking for a permanent opportunity to progress to the next stage in your career?

Do you have demonstrable experience in the use of Cost Management software systems such as EcoSys?

Would you like the chance to join a leading engineering company at the forefront of a safety sustained future?

If this appeals to you, then read on and get in touch today!

The opportunity
Given increased project expansion, our client is currently looking to recruit an experienced Cost Manager to join a well-established engineering contractor where you will be working collaboratively to effectively manage the development of all project and cost controls.

Location: London Hybrid - 2 days London / 2 days Leiston (alternating)    

Remuneration and Benefits
Alongside a competitive salary package you will also be entitled to a wide range of benefits including 24 days holiday (plus bank holidays), free single medical cover and GP service, family-friendly benefits such as enhanced parental leave pay, plus many more!

The role
As a Cost Manager, you will be working in the Cost Discipline of Project Controls under the direction and leadership of the Cost Lead within the PMO and the Project Controls Manager within the Delivery Programme. You will take responsibility for all aspects of Cost within either one of the Programme Controls Teams or the Central Controls Team within the SZC Project. To help lead the establishment, development, maintenance of timely, accurate cost data, and reports, including forecasts, performance analysis, earned value, estimates to complete, and monthly reports on the Actual Cost of Work Performed (ACWP).

Your duties and responsibilities will be  
As a Cost Manager, you will support the PCM or Cost Lead in the development, implementation, and maintenance of Integrated Project Controls processes for Cost.
Production of monthly reports, through the provision of intelligent information and analysis.
Assist in leading, coaching and supporting all staff within the Cost Discipline.
Collaborate with other Disciplines of Integrated Project Controls, as well as other Project Support Functions, to help deliver Project goals.
Responsible for the production and maintenance of accurate forecasts in alignment with the Control Account Structure.
Accurate maintenance of all cost data for the Programme within the financial control system (EcoSys), including monthly ACWP calculations.
Oversee and provide timely and focused cost reporting for the Programme to key stakeholders, to a defined reporting cycle.
Responsible for the accurate assessment of the EAC for the Programme.
Ensuring that earned value techniques and indices are correctly implemented in the Programme.
Oversee on behalf of the PCM the review, acceptance and integration of cost estimates and forecasts provided by Tier 1 Contractors and suppliers.You will have the following qualifications and experience
Degree in Engineering, Construction, Accounting, Quantity Surveying or another related field.
Professionally qualified with chartered or equivalent status
Proven relevant experience in a Project Management or Project Controls environment in a similar Cost role on a major construction project.
Leadership experience.
Experience in the use of cost management software systems such as EcoSys.
Knowledge of scheduling tools such as Primavera P6.
Experience in the use of a risk management tool such as ARM.
Ability to present complex information to senior executives and shareholders.The setting for the role
Risks and Hazards are in line with working on a nuclear licenced site. These can include, nuclear fuel, radiation, chemicals and gasses, high voltage equipment, moving vehicles, flammable materials, high pressure circuits, steam, high noise and vibration levels. A full site induction will be provided, and all safety requirements must be adhered to when entering the site

Get in touch now
If you're on the lookout for a new opportunity to lead and manage the maintenance of all project controls, if you thrive under pressure with the ability to effectively guide w highly competent team of engineers and believe you have the expertise for this role, then apply today to avoid missing out!

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