Senior Cost Engineer
Frontier Resourcing Ltd
London
Location
London, England
Frontier Resourcing is supporting the delivery of a number of
high-profile Energy and infrastructure programmes
and is seeking an experienced
Senior Cost Controller / Senior Cost Engineer
to join a growing programme delivery team based around West Kilbride or Chester. This role will support the delivery of
cost control and performance management activities across complex infrastructure programmes , working closely with project delivery teams and wider project controls specialists. Hybrid working of 3 days client site. Key Responsibilities
Cost Control and Budget Management
Implement and maintain
cost control processes, systems and procedures
to monitor project budgets, commitments, expenditure and forecasts
Tailor cost control approaches to meet programme requirements while aligning with industry best practice
Promote the value and importance of cost control across project and programme teams
Cost Structure and Budget Alignment
Develop
Cost Breakdown Structures (CBS)
aligned with project
Work Breakdown Structures (WBS)
Ensure budgets are accurately time-phased and aligned with project delivery plans
Map cost estimates to the appropriate work packages, planning packages and control accounts
Cost Reporting and Performance Analysis
Produce regular
cost and performance reports
to support project governance and programme oversight
Analyse
Earned Value Management (EVM)
data including cost and schedule performance indicators
Support forecasting activities and provide insights into cost performance trends
Financial Tracking and Accrual Management
Lead the production of
cost accruals
to ensure accurate and timely recording of project costs
Ensure that Actual Cost of Work Performed (ACWP) is reflected correctly in cost reporting systems
Stakeholder Collaboration
Work closely with
project managers, commercial teams, finance teams and programme leadership
to ensure alignment of cost and project information
Provide cost data and analysis to support decision making and programme performance management
Process Improvement and Capability Development
Support the development of cost reporting tools and tracking systems
Provide guidance, training and mentoring to junior team members and project stakeholders on cost control processes and best practice?
Skills and Experience
Essential
Demonstrable experience in
Cost Control within project or programme environments
Strong understanding of
cost forecasting and cost performance reporting techniques
Experience supporting
cost control assurance activities
within programme performance cycles
Detailed knowledge of
Earned Value Management (EVM) , progress reporting and performance analysis
Advanced capability using
Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office tools
Ability to work collaboratively with multi-disciplinary project teams
Willingness to travel to project sites across the region as required
Desirable
Experience using
cost management or project controls software tools
Understanding of the wider
Project Controls environment , including scheduling, risk management, reporting and change control
Familiarity with
NEC contracts
within infrastructure or construction programmes
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high-profile Energy and infrastructure programmes
and is seeking an experienced
Senior Cost Controller / Senior Cost Engineer
to join a growing programme delivery team based around West Kilbride or Chester. This role will support the delivery of
cost control and performance management activities across complex infrastructure programmes , working closely with project delivery teams and wider project controls specialists. Hybrid working of 3 days client site. Key Responsibilities
Cost Control and Budget Management
Implement and maintain
cost control processes, systems and procedures
to monitor project budgets, commitments, expenditure and forecasts
Tailor cost control approaches to meet programme requirements while aligning with industry best practice
Promote the value and importance of cost control across project and programme teams
Cost Structure and Budget Alignment
Develop
Cost Breakdown Structures (CBS)
aligned with project
Work Breakdown Structures (WBS)
Ensure budgets are accurately time-phased and aligned with project delivery plans
Map cost estimates to the appropriate work packages, planning packages and control accounts
Cost Reporting and Performance Analysis
Produce regular
cost and performance reports
to support project governance and programme oversight
Analyse
Earned Value Management (EVM)
data including cost and schedule performance indicators
Support forecasting activities and provide insights into cost performance trends
Financial Tracking and Accrual Management
Lead the production of
cost accruals
to ensure accurate and timely recording of project costs
Ensure that Actual Cost of Work Performed (ACWP) is reflected correctly in cost reporting systems
Stakeholder Collaboration
Work closely with
project managers, commercial teams, finance teams and programme leadership
to ensure alignment of cost and project information
Provide cost data and analysis to support decision making and programme performance management
Process Improvement and Capability Development
Support the development of cost reporting tools and tracking systems
Provide guidance, training and mentoring to junior team members and project stakeholders on cost control processes and best practice?
Skills and Experience
Essential
Demonstrable experience in
Cost Control within project or programme environments
Strong understanding of
cost forecasting and cost performance reporting techniques
Experience supporting
cost control assurance activities
within programme performance cycles
Detailed knowledge of
Earned Value Management (EVM) , progress reporting and performance analysis
Advanced capability using
Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office tools
Ability to work collaboratively with multi-disciplinary project teams
Willingness to travel to project sites across the region as required
Desirable
Experience using
cost management or project controls software tools
Understanding of the wider
Project Controls environment , including scheduling, risk management, reporting and change control
Familiarity with
NEC contracts
within infrastructure or construction programmes
TPBN1_UKTJ