Strategic Cost Manager – Earned Value & Forecasting

Amentum; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Amentum is seeking a Cost Manager to join the PMO, focusing on accurate cost performance across programmes. You will analyse cost data, support budgets and forecasts, and work with Commercial and Finance teams to ensure robust reporting of EAC, ETC, and cost metrics.

Join a team that values integrity and collaboration, offering hybrid working options and a package designed to attract and retain top talent in the UK.

Qualifications

• Experience in cost management within major programmes or large-scale infrastructure projects.
• Strong understanding of cost control, forecasting, cost analysis and Earned Value Management.
• Experience using cost management systems such as PRISM, EcoSys or Cobra.
• Advanced Excel and Microsoft Office skills.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and communication skills.
• Degree-qualified (or equivalent) in a relevant discipline.

Responsibilities

• Support the implementation of cost management systems, processes and reporting tools.
• Monitor and analyse programme cost performance, including Earned Value Management (EVM).
• Support project teams with cost forecasting, EAC, ETC and actual cost reporting.
• Track costs against approved budgets and cost breakdown structures.
• Support cost re-baselining, budget updates and forecasting activities.
• Analyse change requests and ensure cost data is accurately coded and aligned to budgets.
• Work collaboratively with Commercial and Finance teams to ensure accurate accruals and contract cost reporting.
• Provide user support and guidance on cost management systems and tools.

Skills

Cost management

Forecasting

Earned Value Management

Advanced Excel

Communication

Problem-solving

Education

Degree-qualified

Tools

PRISM

EcoSys

Cobra

Job description

Amentum is seeking a Cost Manager to join the PMO, focusing on accurate cost performance across programmes. You will analyse cost data, support budgets and forecasts, and work with Commercial and Finance teams to ensure robust reporting of EAC, ETC, and cost metrics.

Join a team that values integrity and collaboration, offering hybrid working options and a package designed to attract and retain top talent in the UK.