Cost Engineering Lead

BDO LLP; England; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A consultancy firm is seeking a Cost Engineering Lead to support GUAT projects from January 2026 to March 2026. The role involves developing cost models, validating forecasts, and leading stakeholder meetings. Candidates should have a strong background in cost engineering, expertise in CAAS-compliant models, and SC Clearance. The position offers a day rate of £450-£490 inside IR35 and includes hybrid working arrangements.

Qualifications

• Expertise in CAAS-compliant cost models and MOD financial processes.
• Strong background in cost engineering and cost modelling.
• SC Clearance is required.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain CAAS-compliant cost models.
• Create, review, and validate Whole Life Cost (WLC) forecasts.
• Lead monthly cost model review meetings with stakeholders.

Skills

Expertise in CAAS-compliant cost models

Strong background in cost engineering

Proficiency in MS Excel

Experience working within MOD environments

SC Clearance

Tools

VOSE ModelRisk

Job description

Cost Engineering Lead

Join our clients Team as a Cost Engineering Lead! We're looking for a talented individual to support their team on a number of GUAT projects.

This is a contract role (Inside IR35) based in Corsham, with some travel required, starting in January until the end of March 2026.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain CAAS-compliant cost models (e.g., CRBS).
• Create, review, and validate Whole Life Cost (WLC) forecasts.
• Verify cost estimates and assumptions, ensuring auditability.
• Generate outputs for RNs/BCs/SPRs and feeder worksheets for cost models.
• Cost project risks, opportunities, and dependencies, including SRA outputs.
• Review project schedules for cost implications and integrate into models.
• Produce robust Cost Data Assumption Lists (CDALs) and summary assumptions.
• Ensure correct accounting treatments (escalation, VAT, FX) in cost models.
• Support assurance engagements and management reviews.
• Lead monthly cost model review meetings with stakeholders.

Essential Skills

• Expertise in CAAS-compliant cost models and MOD financial processes.
• Strong background in cost engineering and cost modelling.
• Proficiency in MS Excel.
• Experience working within MOD environments.
• SC Clearance.

Desirable Skills

• Familiarity with VOSE ModelRisk.
• Experience in Verification & Validation in MOD finance.
• MODNET account and laptop access.

Additional Information

• Day rate: £450-£490 inside IR35.
• Hybrid working - 3 days onsite with some travel required.
• Duration - January 2026 until the end of March 2026.

If you're ready to make a difference, please apply.