The role: Lead Cost Analyst Duration: 6 months Rate: Umbrella, Inside IR35 Location: Reading, Winnersh Project: AWE Project, Nuclear industry Hybrid Working Developing and managing project budgets and forecasts, monitoring costs and expenses, highlighting variances and challenging discrepancies to ensure budgets stay within contractual constraints implementing cost control measures to aid the optimisation of costs profiling without compromising both the quality and schedules across the portfolio. Using cost databases, historical data an trend analysis to review and intercept cost information for effective decision making by senior leaders. Working in collaboration with Project teams to provide cost-related insights and support through the project lifecycle Seeking opportunities to further improve cost estimation methods, streamline processes and enhance efficiencies in cost management Monitoring and clearing of internal business issues – DSO, Aged Debt, delayed invoicing, forecast accuracy and application for payment peer reviews. Effectively communicating cost rlated information and insights to diverse stakeholders, including presenting findings and sharing recommendations. Review Team Margin Analysis reports and attend Project Reviews as required Deputising for the Cost Management lead where required Essential Qualifications & Experience: Significant knowledge or qualification in a recognised programme/project management methodology, e.g. MSP, Prince, APM and experience of NEC4 Contract Demonstrable experience of working in a major / complex infrastructure project and working in a matrix organisation Team oriented leader with the ability to work closely with peers; delegate, motivate and empower individuals and teams. Earned Value Management (EVM) Experience across all stages of the project life cycle Substantial experience of planning services in medium to large sized projects within the construction industry 1m – 100m Capable of helping to forge and foster a culture of continuous improvement Ability to develop trust in people and assist others as required with strong communication skills, including writing reports & presenting The role: Cost Analyst Duration: 6 months Rate: Umbrella, Inside IR35 Location: Reading, Winnersh Project: AWE Project, Nuclear industry Hybrid Working The role: • Application of project controls processes and systems utilization. • Project set up, close out and reconciliations. • Ensuring correct cost allocation including project cost forecasting & project financial reviews • Revenue and gross margin monitoring including monitoring of aged debt • Ensuring corporate systems are up to date and an accurate reflection of the project. • Contribute to progress meetings, as required, in support of the project manager including the preparation of reports. • Regular interfacing and integration with the project controls team to maintain an aligned financial position with the project plan. • Earned value analysis as well as monitoring key performance indicators as necessary • Risk & opportunity management relative to the cost engineering role and contribute to 'Lessons Learnt' process throughout the project lifecycle. Essential Qualifications & Experience: Experience across all stages of the project life cycle Experience of working within NEC Projects Experienced with cost management systems such as Oracle or equivalent Good knowledge of Microsoft Office in particular; Excel, Word, and Outlook HNC or equivalent qualification in an engineering / construction / project management related discipline Strong communication skills, including writing reports & presenting Attention to detail High work ethic & standards Professional, self-motivated & reliable