Cost Engineer (Contract)
Location: Barrow-in-Furness (hybrid: 2 days a fortnight onsite)
Rate: 63.40 / Hour Umbrella or 47 / Hour PAYE
Contract Lenght: 6-Months
Morson Edge are proud to be working with BAE Systems in Barrow who are looking for an experienced Cost Engineer / Cost Control Lead, the Cost Engineer will lead cost control activities, ensuring day-to-day spend aligns with budget and forecasts, and providing clear visibility of cost performance.
Key responsibilities
Lead cost control across the AVC project
Monitor and control day-to-day project spend
Maintain and update cost forecasts and Estimate at Completion (EAC)
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Identify and explain cost variances and trends
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Produce clear, accurate cost reports for stakeholders
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Support PM&C activities on a project or work package
Experience & skills
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Proven experience as a Cost Lead / Cost Engineer
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Dreadnought experience desirable; Oil & Gas or similar regulated industries also suitable
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Strong analytical and logical approach to cost control
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Advanced Excel skills (essential)
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SAP experience desirable; P6 knowledge advantageous
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PM qualification preferred but not essential
About the role
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Join a team of 6 PM&C professionals
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On-site presence typically Tuesday & Wednesday every fortnight with some flexibility
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Role subject to security and export control restrictions
