Cost Systems Engineer in London

The UK government has pledged to reach carbon neutrality by 2050 and is investing significantly in nuclear and renewable energies. Assystem, a leading provider of project management, design engineering & construction supervision services within the nuclear industry, supports this transition to low-carbon energy while recognising transport and infrastructure systems as major factors influencing government policy.

Assystem acquired Logikal in 2023, reaffirming their commitment to the UK’s energy transition by combining strengths with a long-established provider of expertise in the transport & infrastructure sectors. We deliver professional services within PMO project delivery, particularly in project planning, project controls, risk management, and enhanced business intelligence.

Project Controls serves as a centre of excellence, managing and strategically using delivery performance management information. Our teams enable successful delivery of a major nuclear new build project through proactive Project Controls that drive forward-looking solutions to continuously improve performance. As the Cost Systems Engineer, you will hold functional responsibility for EcoSys (Cost Management System) and associated reporting across the project.

The post holder will be responsible for developing and implementing the EcoSys periodic updates and output reports. The candidate must have demonstrable experience of working with EcoSys in a major infrastructure project environment, with an in-depth understanding of Cost and Change Management principles, including both scope delivered by the Supply Chain and scope delivered by the Client.

The candidate will have significant knowledge of the Project Controls functions and their purpose to carry out system assurance activities without reliance on the functional leads within Project Controls. They will have experience of working with Teams and will be comfortable coordinating simplified training.

Principal Accountabilities:

• Extensive EcoSys configuration experience
• Experience of managing Work and Cost Breakdown Structures, including P6 driven coding
• Experience in aligning cost to the scope captured within the scheduled activities
• A strong understanding of how to implement digital solutions and systems that drive value for clients in the capital project/programme and asset management space
• Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal – able to communicate complex systems configuration considerations to clients in a digestible way
• An advanced understanding of technologies in the context of a Cost management system configuration; database management, scripting, system integration, reporting tools, cloud computing, networking, system administration, security, performance tuning, and information retention
• Perform routine analysis and control activities, as directed
• Support the implementation of cost monitoring and control standards, techniques, systems, and reports
• Assist with baseline allocation and reporting/cost control for specific construction disciplines or groups of disciplines
• Evidence the alignment of cost to the scheduled activities
• Coordinate the development and accuracy of cost reports
• Verify consistency with previous reports to ensure compatibility and consistency
• Collect and classify cost data
• Prepare cost studies using historical data, statistical analysis, and cost and quantity comparisons

Knowledge, Skills, Qualifications, Experience

Essential:

• All items detailed above
• Degree or equivalent qualification in business analysis, accounting, finance, construction, engineering or project management, or related technical field
• Strong understanding of cost and change engineering principles and practices
• Experience with project cost control and reporting
• Proficiency in relevant software tools and systems, including EcoSys
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment
• Excellent attention to detail and a focus on accuracy
• Excellent oral and written communication skills; must be computer-literate in word processing, spreadsheet, and database applications
• Proficient planning and problem-solving skills
• Proficiency with PC operating systems and several basic software applications
• Intermediate level of knowledge of engineering, procurement, contracts, construction, and startup work processes
• Ability to interact effectively with colleagues in many different disciplines

Desirable:

• Experience with other cost systems including Prism (Contruent), Cobra, Unifier and/or Smartsheets
• Experience with back-end server-side system administration, including disk usage, security or other areas
• Experience working with other teams such as Finance, Data management and IT
• Highly proficient in Microsoft Office tools, particularly Excel, to aid in system analysis
• Experience of working within multiple Project Controls Functions: cost control, estimating, scheduling, change management, and risk management
• User of a range of reporting and analytics software and project controls systems, particularly Power BI
• Understanding of various contract types, particularly the NEC suite and FIDIC
• Experience in the Nuclear sector

Additional Information:

• Pension scheme (8% company contribution / 4% personal contribution)
• 25 days’ paid annual leave + bank holidays + option to buy or sell days
• Professional fees reimbursed
• Flexible working
• Employee referral scheme

We are committed to equal treatment of candidates and promote, as well as foster all forms of diversity within our company. We believe that bringing together people with different backgrounds and perspectives is essential for creating innovative and impactful solutions. Skills, talent, and our people’s ability to dare are the only things that matter! Bring your unique contributions and help us shape the future.