Job Title: Cost Engineer (Contract)
Location: AWE, Aldermaston, Reading
Rate: £54.49 per hour
Job Type: Full-time, Contract
Working Arrangement: Hybrid (2 days on-site or at an external office, the remainder from home)
Security Clearance: Must have SC Clearance
About Us: AWE (Atomic Weapons Establishment) plays a crucial role in national defence by providing and maintaining warheads for the UK's nuclear deterrent. We are dedicated to ensuring the safety and reliability of these critical assets. As an organisation, we pride ourselves on fostering innovation, precision, and technical excellence.
Job Description: We are seeking a meticulous and experienced Cost Engineer for a contract position to join our dynamic team at AWE. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing, maintaining, and managing cost estimates, budgets, and forecasts for our complex projects. This role is pivotal in ensuring that our projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest standards of quality.
Key Responsibilities:
Develop detailed cost estimates and budgets for projects, ensuring accuracy and comprehensiveness.
Monitor and track project costs against budgets and forecasts, identifying variances and recommending corrective actions.
Prepare cost reports, financial summaries, and presentations for project managers and senior leadership.
Collaborate with project managers, engineers, and other stakeholders to ensure cost control and efficient resource allocation.
Conduct cost risk analysis and support contingency planning.
Assist in the development and implementation of cost control procedures and best practices.
Participate in project reviews and provide financial input and advice.
Ensure compliance with all financial regulations, standards, and internal policies.
Perform forecasting and receipting activities.
Utilize NEC (New Engineering Contract) for contract management and cost control.Qualifications and Experience:
Must possess current SC (Security Check) Clearance.
Professional certification in Cost Engineering (e.g., AACE, ICEAA) is highly desirable.
Proven experience in cost engineering, cost estimation, and financial analysis within a complex project environment.
Project Management Qualifications
Strong analytic and problem-solving skills.
Proficiency in cost management software and financial modeling tools.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team environment.
High level of attention to detail and accuracy.
Experience with NEC contracts and related cost control methodologies.
Experience in forecasting and receipting activities.What We Offer:
Competitive hourly rate of £54.49.
Hybrid working arrangement (2 days on-site or at an external office, the remainder from home).
Opportunity to work on high-impact projects of national importance.
Collaborative and inclusive work environment.
Professional development opportunities.
Long Term scope of work How to Apply: If you are a skilled Cost Engineer with NEC experience, forecasting and receipting capabilities, and the required security clearance, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your CV and a cover letter detailing your qualifications and experience to [email address] by [closing date