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Whitehaven, Cumbria, United Kingdom

Overview

We are looking for a proactive and detailfocused Cost Engineer to support cost control and successful project delivery across a range of nuclear decommissioning projects. The successful candidate will bring experience from Sellafield projects, a solid understanding of NEC contracts, and strong analytical and reporting skills.

Your role

  • Maintain responsibility for the accuracy and integrity of cost data, including its transposition into cost systems and use in business and programme reporting.
  • Prepare and submit Application for payments and forecast to completion to the client for all projects.
  • Prepare and submit the monthly PSR (Project Summary Review) including submitting this via Ecosys.
  • Prepare accurate cost reporting to the business including the production of Monthly Dashboard reports.
  • Assist with the analysis of earned value.
  • Produce and maintain accurate cost forecasts in alignment with the cost breakdown structure.
  • Accurately maintain all cost data for the programme within the financial control system including monthly actual cost calculations.
  • Co-ordinate and produce cost reports to a defined reporting cycle.
  • Act as a key point of contact for Cost reporting and cost intelligence, working closely with the
  • Project Manager and Project Controls Manager to maintain cost systems and ensure accurate reporting, benchmarking and analysis of client costs.
  • Support the project controls manager in the implementation and maintenance of the project controls processes for cost, including the production of monthly reports, through the provision of intelligent information and analysis.
  • Assist in the trend and change process, including production of project change reports, analysis of cost impact and provision of feedback on areas of opportunity and risk.
  • Review acceptance and integration of cost estimates and forecasts provided by contractors and suppliers.
  • Work closely with the Scheduling Team to ensure integration and alignment of cost and schedule.
  • Contribute to the continuous development and improvement of Client policies, procedures and resources for Cost services.
Risk Management & Project Controls

Location

Whitehaven, Cumbria, United Kingdom

Job Type

Full time

Ref

R-150032

Salary range

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About you

  • A recognised diploma or degree, or qualified by experience.
  • Membership of a relevant professional body (RICS, ACostE, ICES, AACE or similar) is desirable.
  • Understanding of cost management methodologies and techniques.
  • Understanding of earned value analysis.
  • Ability to reconcile and analyse cost information.
  • Good working knowledge of financial and cost management systems.
  • Strong report writing and presentation skills.
  • Good IT skills.
  • Experience within the nuclear and/or infrastructure sector.
  • Knowledge of estimating, scheduling and risk management techniques and associated software.
  • Experience of cost management in relation to contracts (e.g. NEC3/4, IChemE, FIDIC).
  • Effective client interface skills, with the ability to support project decision‑making through cost advice and analysis.
  • Working knowledge of relevant Health and Safety legislation.
Why choose AtkinsRéalis?

Why choose AtkinsRéalis?

Wherever you are in your career – and whoever you are – AtkinsRéalis is for you. Here, support and collaboration are a vibrant part of a culture that lets you choose where – and how far – your career can go. Take on projects that push boundaries and drive sustainable impact, surrounded by colleagues who believe there's no limit to how brilliant you can be. It's time to join a like-minded team where you'll be rewarded, supported, and free to be your kind of brilliant.

Rewards & benefits

Explore the rewards and benefits that help you thrive – at every stage of your life and your career. Enjoy competitive salaries, employee rewards and a brilliant range of benefits you can tailor to suit your own health, wellbeing, financial and lifestyle choices. Make the most of a myriad of opportunities for training and professional development to grow your skills and expertise. And combine our hybrid working culture and flexible holiday allowances to balance a great job and fulfilling personal life.

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About AtkinsRéalis

About AtkinsRéalis

We're AtkinsRéalis, a world-class engineering services and nuclear organization. We connect people, data and technology to transform the world's'infrastructure and energy systems. Together, with our industry partners and clients, and our global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers, we can change the world. We're committed to leading our clients across our various end markets to engineer a better future for our planet and its people.

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Additional information

Security clearance

This role may require security clearance and offers of employment will be dependent on obtaining the relevant level of clearance. If this is necessary, it will be discussed with you at interview. The vetting process is delivered by United Kingdom Security Vetting (UKSV) and may require candidates to provide proof of residency in the UK of 5 years or longer. If applying to this role please do not make reference to (in conversation) or include in your application or CV, details of any current or previously held security clearance.

We are committed to creating a culture where everyone feels that they belong - a place where we can all be ourselves, thrive and develop to be the best we can be. So, we offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements and employee resource groups to support all employees. As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we value applications from all backgrounds, cultures and ability.

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