Senior Cost Engineer

Around the world SYSTRAs specialists plan design integrate test commission project manage and deliver mass transit and mobility solutions that are relied on by more than 50 million people every day.

For more than 60 years the Group has been committed to helping cities and regions contribute to their development by creating improving and modernising their transport infrastructure with sustainability accessibility and innovation at the heart of our designs. With over 10300 colleagues globally and around 1000 in the UK & Ireland we are growing significantly and seeking out the very best talent to join the SYSTRA signature team and be part of leading the way in infrastructure design.

SYSTRAare looking to expand our Signature Team in the UK working on high profile infrastructure projects such as Crossrail and HS2 we are building on our 50 years of success in the UK by growing our team and looking for passionate people to deliver projects across our portfolio.

We are now seeking to strengthen and grow our Engineering and Project Controls team in London by recruiting an experienced Cost Engineer.

The ideal candidate will be able to demonstrate a range of experience within the Civil Engineering/Transportation/Infrastructure sectors.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an enthusiastic Cost Analyst/Engineerto further their career in a highly motivated and inspirational environment.

To be responsible for implementing Projects and Cost Control Procedures and ensuring compliance with the business management systems. The role requires the individual to operate at an intermediate level and interface inwardly (Delivery Team).

To establish and maintain positive and effective relationships with senior management and delivery teams.

Main Duties

• To implement the requirements for Cost Control
• Assist on the production and delivery of the Performance Measurement Baseline and Performance Measurement Updates
• Capture and integrate current and forecast programme budget cost and risk at CBS & tasks level using the approved tools effectively using IT and systems
• Responsible for ensuring all Cost related inputs are reliable and provided in a timely manner to support the Performance Measurement Update (PMU) process.
• Responsible for producing reliable Earned value reports.
• Attend progress meetings with supply chain designers planning commercial & construction team
• Attending weekly/monthly site visits
• Liaise with Commercial team on the financial progress actual cost and forecast
• Ensure the use of CBS across the project; and that work and cost is allocated within the correct cost centre
• Providing general support to the Commercial team on tasks such as monthly cost reports & accruals based on EVA
• Prepare weekly progress reports comparing planned work with actual work produced on site for key elements and commodities

• Experience of project and cost control services within large complex environments within the construction and engineering industry
• Good understanding of Project controls and alignment of programme cost budget risk and change
• Understanding of various forms of tender documents contract documents and specifications
• Good understanding of various methods of cost control forecasting and performance reporting (Earned Value Metholology)
• Understanding of the construction market methods of construction plant equipment and labour requirements

The following experiences are desirable:

• A degree in a relevant subject such engineering project management accounting or similar equivalent is desirable

Why SYSTRA

Our three core values: Excellence Connected Teams and Bold Leadership are kept at the heart of everything we do. We strive for the highest levels of technical excellence achieving the best results through teamwork both locally and internationally and reward innovative thinking through encouraging all colleagues to think as leaders. We offer clear and well supported pathways for career development and qualification attainment a competitive remuneration package including a bonus and private healthcare an electric car scheme and a broad suite of flexible benefits to suit your lifestyle.

Flexibility

Because we value who you are as much as what you do we want you to feel supported at work. We offer hybrid working balancing the benefits of working from home with time in our modern well-equipped offices for that crucial in-person contact team development and collaborative working. We also recognise that life doesnt always run to the same schedule for everyone so we have a dedicated flexible working policy to support you in tailoring your work life to reach your full potential for more details on this please get in touch.

Diversity & Inclusion

We provide a warm welcome and encourage applications from a diverse range of people who can enrich our company and offer perspectives which will drive better solutions in a truly inclusive environment. Our employee led working groups and clearly defined strategy help us to keep at the leading edge of important issues and keep us accountable. We want our colleagues to feel comfortable to bring their whole selves to work and continually seek new ideas and contributions to ensure we continue to grow and develop in this space.

Wellbeing

Its no surprise that people do their best work when they feel physically and mentally supported. Our SYSTRA Wellness Programme offers a wide range of support; from Wellness champions to free health checks healthy eating workshops and regular seminars alongside access to a wide range of external support. We offer two paid days for charity work and an ever-growing social calendar.

Apply and find out more about how Systra can support you in your career journey. If you require any adjustments or financial assistance to support you in your application or interview process please email:

where your request will be treated confidentially and with respect. We pledge to offer an interview to any candidates with a disability who apply for a role and meet the minimum criteria.

As we are always looking to expand our team we would still be interested in hearing from you if you fulfil most but not all of the relevant criteria for the role you could still be just what we are looking for.