AtkinsRéalis
nuclear
CostEngineer
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“Cost Engineer at AtkinsRéalis. Skills: Cost Engineering, Cost Management, Reporting. Ensure cost data accurate. Prepare payment applications”
What You'll Achieve.
support successful delivery; cost accuracy; clear, useful insights
Industry & Context.
analyse cost information; assess cost impacts
Security clearance, proof of residency in the UK of 5 years or longer
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
diploma or degree, Understanding of cost management methodologies, Understanding of earned value analysis, Ability to reconcile and analyse cost information, Good working knowledge of financial and cost management systems, report writing and presentation skills, Good IT skills, Experience within the nuclear and/or infrastructure sector, Knowledge of estimating, scheduling and risk management techniques, Experience of cost management in relation to contracts, Effective client interface skills, Working knowledge of relevant Health and Safety legislation
Nice to Have
Membership of a relevant professional body (RICS, ACostE, ICES, AACE or similar)
What You'll Do.
Ensure cost data accurate
Prepare payment applications
Prepare project forecasts
Produce monthly reports
Support earned value analysis
Support cost analysis
Maintain cost forecasts
Keep cost data updated
Deliver reports on time
Support cost processes
Support reporting improvements
Help manage project changes
Review cost estimates
Align cost and schedule
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Work closely with project teams; Work with planners
Communication Scope
presentation skills; client interface skills
Process & Methodology
project forecasts, project structure, project changes
Full Job Description
### **Job Description** ## Overview We are looking for a detail‑focused and proactive Cost Engineer who takes ownership of cost accuracy and enjoys turning data into clear, useful insights. You will play a key role in supporting successful delivery across nuclear decommissioning projects. ## Your role * Ensure all cost data is accurate and up to date. * Prepare payment applications and project forecasts. * Produce monthly reports, including PSR and dashboards. * Support earned value and cost analysis. * Maintain cost forecasts in line with project structure. * Keep cost data updated in financial systems. * Deliver reports on time as per reporting cycles. * Work closely with project teams on cost reporting and analysis. * Support cost processes and monthly reporting improvements. * Help manage project changes and assess cost impacts. * Review cost estimates from contractors and suppliers. * Work with planners to align cost and schedule. * Support continuous improvement of cost systems and processes. ## About you * A recognised diploma or degree, or qualified by experience. * Membership of a relevant professional body (RICS, ACostE, ICES, AACE or similar) is desirable. * Understanding of cost management methodologies and techniques. * Understanding of earned value analysis. * Ability to reconcile and analyse cost information. * Good working knowledge of financial and cost management systems. * Strong report writing and presentation skills. * Good IT skills. * Experience within the nuclear and/or infrastructure sector. * Knowledge of estimating, scheduling and risk management techniques and associated software. * Experience of cost management in relation to contracts (e.g. NEC3/4, IChemE, FIDIC). * Effective client interface skills, with the ability to support project decision‑making through cost advice and analysis. * Working knowledge of relevant Health and Safety legislation. ## Rewards & benefits Explore the rewards and benefits that help you thrive – at every stag
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