Senior Cost Engineer - Natural Resources & New Energies

ZipRecruiter; England; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a Senior Project Controls Engineer to join their dynamic team. This role involves working on high-profile Natural Resources projects, ensuring accurate cost data management, and conducting detailed performance analysis. The company promotes a flexible work environment and values diversity, offering opportunities for career development. If you're passionate about project controls and want to make a significant impact in a collaborative setting, this position is perfect for you. Join a team committed to excellence and innovation in project management.

Qualifications

• Experience in project controls on major projects or programs.
• Proficiency with cost management software and Microsoft Office.
• Strong communication and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Liaise with stakeholders and maintain accurate cost data.
• Conduct Earned Value Analysis and communicate findings.
• Support project status reporting and continuous improvement.

Skills

Project Controls

Cost Management Software

Microsoft Office

Earned Value Management

Risk Analysis

Client Relationship Management

Communication Skills

Leadership

Education

Experience in Project Controls

Tools

Ecosys

ARES PRISM

Job description

Job Description

Company Description

At Turner & Townsend, we are committed to creating a diverse workplace and an inclusive culture where everyone can reach their full potential. We support, encourage, and empower you to gain broad and deep experience by moving between sectors within industries such as Defence, Power, Transport, and Utilities.

We promote flexible working arrangements, balancing time between home, client sites, and the T&T office. Our colleagues will support your career development through our extensive network and expertise.

Our infrastructure team is in high demand, delivering major projects across Southwest and Wales. We are transforming performance for a sustainable, inclusive, and productive world. Join us and make a difference!

Job Description

The Senior Project Controls Engineer (SPCE) will be part of our regional project controls team, working on high-profile Natural Resources projects. Responsibilities include liaising with stakeholders, maintaining accurate cost data and reports (ACWP, EAC, performance analysis, earned value, variance analysis), reviewing cost impacts from performance issues, inflation, trends, forex, and formal changes, and providing project control reports with analysis and recommendations.

• Produce and maintain accurate EAC data and variance analysis.
• Understand the relationship between Cost and Schedule.
• Utilize Cost Management and Reporting Systems effectively.
• Coordinate and produce cost reports regularly.
• Assist in Change process interpretation and implementation.
• Apply Cost data to Risk and Opportunity assessments.
• Review and integrate cost performance data from Tier 1 Contractors and suppliers.
• Conduct Earned Value Analysis and communicate findings to management.
• Contribute to regional and national Cost Principles and Guidance.
• Adhere to Project governance and Cost standards.
• Support project status reporting and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Experience in project controls on major projects or programs.
• Proficiency with cost management software such as Ecosys, ARES PRISM, or similar.
• Computer literacy in Microsoft Office applications.
• Knowledge of project controls and management methodologies.
• Understanding of earned value management, forecasting, and risk analysis.
• Ability to build effective client relationships and articulate benefits.
• Focus on efficiency, cost management, and budget delivery.
• Ability to develop new business opportunities.
• Strong meeting management and communication skills.
• Proactive in providing feedback and ensuring service quality.
• Leadership qualities including setting goals, managing performance, and motivating teams.
• Ability to deliver value-added solutions and establish effective relationships.

Additional Information

We value our people's success and promote a healthy, flexible, and inclusive work environment. Turner & Townsend is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion.

Learn more about us at www.turnerandtownsend.com/.

Note: SOX controls may apply to this role. Join our social media discussions to learn more about our projects.

Candidates must not pay any fees related to our recruitment process. Unsolicited CVs are property of Turner & Townsend and are not subject to agency fees unless through a formal agreement.