Contents Location About the job Benefits Things you need to know Apply and further information Location Kentigern House, 65 Brown Street, Glasgow, G2 8EX About the job Job summary Navy Command Headquarters (NCHQ) is the nerve centre of the Naval Service. It supports operations around the globe and provides the ships, people, aircraft and equipment to deliver the UKs defence policy. In Navy Command, our civil servants work alongside their military colleagues in jobs that matter; jobs which often have a direct impact on the quality of the operational capabilities we deliver. Roles can offer great job satisfaction and there are many opportunities to develop and progress both within the Ministry of Defence and across the wider Civil Service. The Submarine Directorate in Navy Command is responsible for all submarine in service capability and availability, including oversight of the Submarine Flotilla and Clyde Naval Base. The Clyde Capital Programmes are responsible for the delivering "An integrated submarine operating base at Clyde, supporting a Submarine Force that is safe, secure, sustainable and resilient, and ready to excel in operations out to 2067. The Clyde Capital Programmes include work comprising of new build facilities and refurbishment to support current and future operations on His Majesty's Naval Base Clyde over the next 15 years. The programme of work is part of Government Major Programmes & Projects and is considered a top 100 government programme. This is an exciting time to join the team, the delivery environment is both challenging and rewarding. We are seeking a motivated and energetic Cost Estimator to join the Programme Management Office (PMO) supporting Clyde Capital Projects and Programmes. This will be a key role within the controls and governance function. The candidate will work closely with PMO functions and delivery teams provide cost assurance and subject matter expert guidance across the Projects and Programmes. This position is advertised at 37 hours per week. Job description Estimating Providing cost analysis where programmes need support to understand affordability across their portfolio and within the programme, where they will demonstrate skill in identifying, analysing, assessing and provide innovative solutions to cost recording, data, and reporting problems. Conduct detailed analysis and benchmarking against similar completed projects. Prepare Basis of Estimate and compile all estimate documentation required for internal governance and client presentation/submission. Establish the key parameters associated with the overall quality and accuracy of the estimate such as: equipment and material pricing guidelines, material take-off and other allowances, escalation philosophy, and site location (labour productivity) factors. Developing and maintain relationships with customers and wider key stakeholders (Ministry of Defence; Front Line Commands; external contractors, etc) to ensure product delivery. Development of the Cost Estimating function Supporting to Cost Estimators across the programmes through the provision of advice and guidance, using Estimating expertise, experience, and Ministry of Defence Best Practice. Participate in Cost Estimating and Estimating Functional events to aid the advancement of the function within Navy Command. Stakeholder management and Guidance Provide guidance, direction, and specialised assistance for resolution of difficult or complex estimating problems. Prepare non-routine cost analysis and modelling guidance to colleagues, stakeholders, and customers. Person specification Essential Experience: Experience with cost management systems. Exposure across all stages of the project life cycle. Good knowledge of Microsoft Office tools including Excel, Word, and Outlook. Strong communication skills, including writing reports & presenting. Desirable Experience: Experience of cost modelling on complex infrastructure Programmes. Experience of defence projects. Relevant qualification in an Estimating/engineering/construction/project management related discipline. Behaviours We'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process: Working Together Delivering at Pace Managing a Quality Service Benefits Alongside your salary of £36,530, Ministry of Defence contributes £10,582 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme. Find out what benefits a Civil Service Pension provides. An environment with flexible working options Monday-Friday 25 days paid annual leave rising (1 day per year) to 30 days upon completion of 5 years service (pro rata). In additional to 8 public holidays per year, you will also receive leave for HM The Sovereign's birthday. An opportunity to be considered for Reward and Recognition - £250-£5000 per year Family-friendly policies including - parental leave and adoption leave. Learning and development tailored to your role. Professional and personal development of skills. A culture encouraging inclusion and diversity. Minimum of 15 days special leave in a rolling 12 month period for volunteer reserve commitments. Special paid leave to volunteer up to 6 days per year. A Civil Service pension with an employer contribution of 28.97% The post does not offer relocation expenses. External recruits who join the MOD who are new to the Civil Service will be subject to a six-month probation period. Please Note: Expenses incurred for travel to interviews will not be reimbursed. Please be advised that the Department is conducting a review of all pay related allowances which could impact on those allowances that the post currently being advertised attracts. Any move to MOD from another employer will mean you can no longer access childcare vouchers. This includes moves between government departments. You may however be eligible for other government schemes, including Tax-Free Childcare. Determine your eligibility at https://www.childcarechoices.gov.uk/. The Ministry of Defence is committed to providing a safe and healthy working environment for its staff which includes educating them on the benefits of not smoking, protecting them from the harmful effects of second-hand smoke and supporting those who want to give up smoking. Under the Smoke-Free Working Environment policy, Smoking and the use of all tobacco products (including combustible and chewing tobacco products) will not be permitted anywhere in the Defence working environment however some exemptions are in place, please refer to local guidance. The policy is Whole Force and includes all Defence personnel, contractors, visitors and other non-MOD personnel. All applicants seeking, considering, or accepting employment with the Ministry of Defence should be aware of this policy and that it is already in place at a number of Defence Establishments. MOD Recruitment Satisfaction Survey We may contact you regarding your experience to help us improve our customer satisfaction. The survey is voluntary and anonymous. You may however be given the opportunity to provide additional information to help us improve our service which includes the collection of some personal data as defined by the United Kingdom General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR). The MOD Privacy Policy Notice sets out how we will use your personal data and your rights. Things you need to know Selection process details This vacancy is using Success Profiles (opens in a new window), and will assess your Behaviours and Experience. Candidates can apply online via the Civil Service Jobs website by completing the application form before the deadline shown. Apply using the Civil Service Jobs apply button, filling in all required details in all sections. Using the Success Profiles link for information on format and style, ensure you provide evidence for all Behaviours and Experience sections requested in the appropriate competency style. Sift Stage At sift, you will be assessed against the following Experience: Candidates will be required to complete an online CV template to include job history, full details of education and qualifications and previous experiences and skills. Please also include any relevant responsibilities and achievements. Statement of Suitability/Personal Statement of no more 250 words, providing details relevant to the essential and desirable experience in the job advert. The requirements for the role have been benchmarked and these will be used to sift all candidates, with those meeting the minimum requirements invited to interview. Feedback will only be provided if you are selected for an interview. Interview Stage At interview, you will be assessed against the following Success Profiles Behaviours: Working Together Delivering at Pace Managing a Quality Service Candidates who are found to meet an acceptable standard at interview but are not successful in one of the advertised posts may be considered for similar roles within the Business Unit. You will also be expected to achieve Security Check clearance for this role The Civil Service embraces diversity and promotes equality of opportunity. There is a Disability Confident Scheme (DCS) for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria. If you need to advise us that you need additional help or reasonable adjustments for the recruitment process, please contact: DBSCivPers-Resourcingteam3mod.gov.uk. As a result of the changes to the UK immigration rules which came in to effect on 1 January 2021, the Ministry of Defence will only offer sponsorship for a skilled worker visa under the points based system, where a role has been deemed to be business critical. This role does not meet that category and we will not sponsor a visa. It is therefore NOT open to applications from those who will require sponsorship under the points based system. Should you apply for this role and be found to require sponsorship, your application will be rejected and any provisional offer of employment withdrawn. Feedback will only be provided if you attend an interview or assessment. Security Successful candidates must undergo a criminal record check. Successful candidates must meet the security requirements before they can be appointed. The level of security needed is security check (opens in a new window). See our vetting charter (opens in a new window). People working with government assets must complete baseline personnel security standard (opens in new window) checks. Nationality requirements Open to UK nationals only. Working for the Civil Service The Civil Service Code (opens in a new window) sets out the standards of behaviour expected of civil servants. We recruit by merit on the basis of fair and open competition, as outlined in the Civil Service Commission's recruitment principles (opens in a new window). The Civil Service embraces diversity and promotes equal opportunities. As such, we run a Disability Confident Scheme (DCS) for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria. The Civil Service also offers a Redeployment Interview Scheme to civil servants who are at risk of redundancy, and who meet the minimum requirements for the advertised vacancy. Diversity and Inclusion The Civil Service is committed to attract, retain and invest in talent wherever it is found. To learn more please see the Civil Service People Plan (opens in a new window) and the Civil Service Diversity and Inclusion Strategy (opens in a new window). Apply and further information This vacancy is part of the Great Place to Work for Veterans (opens in a new window) initiative. Once this job has closed, the job advert will no longer be available. You may want to save a copy for your records. Contact point for applicants Job contact : Name : Navy Command, Clyde Capital Resource Team Email : NAVYSM-DIRClydeResourcemod.gov.uk Recruitment team Email : DBSCivPers-ResourcingTeam3mod.gov.uk Further information Please ensure you read the attached candidate information document prior to completing your application. If you are dissatisfied with the service you have received from DBS, or believe that DBS has failed to follow the recruitment process in line with the Civil Service Commission principles of selection for appointment on merit on the basis of Fair and Open competition, you can raise a formal complaint by writing to DBS at the following address: Defence Business Services, Scanning Hub, Room 6124, Tomlinson House, Norcross Lane, Blackpool, FY5 3WP. If after raising your complaint with DBS you remain dissatisfied you can complain directly to the Civil Service Commission at the following address: Civil Service commission, Room G/8, 1 Horse Guards Road, London, SW1A 2HQ Or by email: infocsc.gov.uk. Attachments Candidate Information june 2024 Opens in new window (docx, 31kB) 22_0656 NC Applicant guide A4 - Digital Opens in new window (pdf, 2922kB) EXTERNAL PACK Opens in new window (pdf, 1562kB) Share this page Print Email Facebook Twitter LinkedIn GMail