If you'd like to be considered for this opportunity we encourage you to apply promptly to avoid disappointment as if applications are high the role will close before the closing date given. We need a Cost Engineer to join our Project Controls team at AWE. It's a truly exciting time to join us with a lot of scope for progression and work on fascinating projects within Project Controls. Location: There is a requirement to be onsite at our offices in Aldermaston, RG7 4PR up to 2 days per week. Salary range: Starting at £38,140 up to £42,000 this is very much open to upwards negotiation if you have the skills and experience that we need. What's exciting is: You will be joining the business to be part of one of the most complex infrastructure programmes in the country at a pivotal moment in its evolution. The UK government has committed substantial investment into improving our infrastructure, so we are building a talented team to make the most of this opportunity. It is a new approach for AWE and we need someone who can support a new programme in its set up then evolution into a full, long-term project. As a Cost Engineer, you will be working in Project Controls with responsibility for all aspects of Cost within one of the Programme Controls Teams. You will be responsible for the establishment, development, maintenance of timely, accurate cost data, and reports, including forecasts, performance analysis, earned value, cash flows, and monthly reports on the Actual Cost of Work Performed (ACWP). All of this will support the project in minimising the Estimate At Completion (EAC) for the Programme in accordance with best value. A typical day for a Cost Engineer could look like this: Production and maintenance of accurate cost and cash forecasts in alignment with the Cost Assessment of all changes and accurate representation of approved changes within the Programme budgets Assisting with the development of cost systems and reports to ensure delivery of Project objectives Maintenance all cost data for the Programme within the financial control system Provision of timely and focussed cost reporting for the Programme to key stakeholders Accurate assessment of the EAC for the Programme Ensuring that earned value techniques and indices are correctly implemented in the Programme Comparison and analysis of trends within the Programme and identification of risk and opportunities Review, acceptance and integration of cost estimates and forecasts provided by Tier 1 Contractors and suppliers Adherence to governance and Cost standards and procedures Ensuring all Project documents, in particular Sensitive Nuclear Information, is correctly marked, and protected in accordance with AWE policies and procedures We would like you to demonstrate or have experience of: Professionally qualified up to HNC Success in a Project Controls environment or similar Cost role on a major Technical/Engineering defence project Adept with tech such as Cost tools, Excel and IT Building rapport and creating great relationships Supporting the team environment Some reasons we think you'll love it here: 9-day working fortnight - meaning you get every other Friday off work. 270 hours holiday Market leading contributory pension scheme (we will pay between 9% and 13% of your pensionable pay depending on your contributions) A truly meaningful role where your hard work impacts on our mission to keep the nation safe and secure. The 'Working at AWE' page on our website is where you can find full details in the 'AWE Benefits Guide'. Important things you need to know: We encourage you to apply promptly to avoid disappointment if applications are high and the role therefore closes We want you to feel comfortable and able to shine during your recruitment journey. Please let us know on your application form if you need any adjustments/accommodations. LI-SM Please note that you must be a British Citizen to apply for a role with us. Our ambition is to create workplaces where we recognise and celebrate differences, encourage diverse contributions and our employees feel able to be themselves at work. We strive to create a genuine culture of openness and inclusion and encourage diverse applicants. Any inclusion information you provide us will be used to encourage and support you through the application process and will be held only for this purpose in accordance with GDPR.