Senior Cost Engineer - Natural Resources & New Energies

TURNER & TOWNSEND; London; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Senior Project Controls Engineer, where you will play a crucial role in managing high-profile Natural Resources projects. This position involves maintaining accurate cost data, conducting performance analysis, and liaising with stakeholders to ensure project success. With a commitment to diversity and an inclusive culture, this innovative firm promotes flexible working arrangements and supports your career development. If you are passionate about project controls and want to make a difference in a dynamic environment, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Experience in project controls on major projects or programmes.
• Proficiency with cost management software and Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate cost data and reports, including performance analysis.
• Conduct earned value analysis and communicate findings to management.
• Support project team in developing status reports and project reviews.

Skills

Project Controls Experience

Cost Management Software (Ecosys, ARES PRISM)

Microsoft Office Proficiency

Earned Value Management

Client Relationship Management

Budget Delivery Focus

Leadership Skills

Communication Skills

Education

Experience in Project Controls

Tools

Ecosys

ARES PRISM

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 our employees to gain broad and deep experience by moving across 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 and successfully delivering major projects across Southwest and Wales.

We are transforming performance for a green, 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. This role involves liaising with stakeholders, maintaining accurate cost data and reports, including ACWP, EAC, performance analysis, earned value, and variance analysis.

The SPCE will support the team by reviewing and interpreting all aspects of cost impact from performance issues, inflation, trends, forex, and formal changes, alongside producing project control reports and providing performance analysis and recommendations.

1. Produce and maintain accurate EAC data and associated variance analysis.
2. Understand the relationship between Cost and Schedule.
3. Utilize Cost Management and Reporting Systems effectively.
4. Coordinate and produce cost reports on a defined cycle.
5. Understand and assist in Change process and its impact on Cost performance.
6. Apply Cost data to Risk and Opportunity assessments.
7. Review and accept cost performance data from contractors and suppliers.
8. Conduct earned value analysis and communicate findings to management.
9. Contribute to regional and national Cost Principles and Guidance.
10. Adhere to project governance, Cost standards, and procedures.
11. Support project team in developing status reports and project reviews.
12. Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

1. Experience in project controls on major projects or programmes.
2. Proficiency with cost management software such as Ecosys, ARES PRISM, or similar tools.
3. Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
4. Knowledge of project controls and management methodologies.
5. Understanding of earned value management, progress reporting, forecasting, and cost risk analysis.
6. Ability to build strong client relationships and articulate benefits.
7. Focus on efficiency, cost management, and budget delivery.
8. Ability to contribute to new business development.
9. Effective in managing progress and meetings.
10. Strong communication and feedback skills.
11. Commitment to providing excellent service and fostering a culture of excellence.
12. Leadership skills including goal setting, performance management, and motivation.
13. Ability to deliver value-added solutions and establish effective relationships.

Additional Information

Our inspired people share our vision and mission. We provide a great place to work, where each person has the opportunity and voice to affect change.

We support work-life balance through a healthy, productive, and flexible working environment.

Turner & Townsend is an equal opportunity employer, celebrating diversity and fostering an inclusive environment. We encourage applications from all community sectors.

Learn more about us at www.turnerandtownsend.com

Role may include SOX control responsibilities, applicable where relevant.

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