Cost Engineer

Job Title: Cost Engineer

Location: Glasgow – Hybrid Role

Contract Type: Permanent

Start Date: TBC

Salary: Competitive

We are the leading provider of infrastructure services. At Altrad, we transform our nation’s critical infrastructure to operate safely and sustainably.

With over 11,000 talented people, we provide the full spectrum of critical engineering and construction services for industries both onshore and offshore. Join a Leading Organisation in the Nuclear Industry.

Role Details:

The nuclear defence sector in the UK is vital for maintaining national security and strategic stability. It offers dynamic and challenging career opportunities for individuals committed to contributing to the country's defence and security. The sector seeks talented professionals dedicated to upholding the highest standards of safety, security, and operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities:

A Cost Engineer in the UK nuclear defence sector plays a vital role in ensuring projects are delivered within budget while maintaining high standards of safety, compliance, and efficiency. The duties of a cost engineer in this sector typically include but are not limited to the following:

• Estimate Development: Define scope, methodology, and scheduling for estimation activities.
• Problem Resolution: Provide guidance and expertise in tackling complex estimating challenges.
• Cross-Disciplinary Coordination: Ensure inputs from engineering, supply chain, and construction align with estimating standards.
• Estimate Accuracy: Establish key parameters, including pricing guidelines, material take-offs, escalation considerations, and labour productivity factors.
• Benchmarking & Analysis: Compare estimates against completed projects for accuracy and improvement.
• Documentation & Governance: Prepare Basis of Estimate and compile necessary documentation for internal and client review.
• Quality Assurance: Support check estimates, peer reviews, and forecasting processes.
• Reporting & Metrics: Collate actual and accrual hours, manage cost and variance reporting.
• Estimate Tracking: Oversee the "Estimate at Completion" process for project evaluation.

Key Requirements:

• Strong analytical and numerical abilities.
• Proficiency, Understanding in cost estimation software (e.g., Primavera P6, SAP, Business Central, or bespoke tools).
• Knowledge of project management principles (e.g., PRINCE2, APM frameworks).
• Understanding of Cost Management and Contract Management such as NEC.
• Management of EAC Process.
• Earned Value Management, Stakeholder liaison, forecasting.

Why Join Us?

• Work on high-impact projects within a leading organisation at the forefront of the nuclear industry.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunities for career growth and professional development.
• Collaborative and dynamic work environment with a focus on innovation and excellence.