Senior Cost Controller in Bristol

Framatome is an international leader in nuclear energy recognised for its innovative, digital and value-added solutions for the global nuclear fleet. With worldwide expertise and a proven track record for reliability and performance, the company designs, services and installs components, fuel, and instrumentation and control systems for nuclear power plants. Its more than 20,000 employees work every day to help Framatome's customers supply ever cleaner, safer and more economical low-carbon energy.

This role will be working on our portfolio of nuclear new build works at Hinkley Point C. Our portfolio comprises six major Mechanical, Electrical and HVAC (MEH) installation projects with a combined value exceeding £150m, delivering complex works across both primary circuit and main control room environments.

We are seeking a proactive and commercially aware Cost Controller or Cost Engineer who is passionate about cost management and continuous improvement. This role is far more than producing monthly reports. We need someone capable of interrogating cost data, identifying emerging issues and opportunities, providing meaningful insight to Project Managers, and driving improved project performance. The successful candidate will take ownership of cost forecasting, budget management, cashflow forecasting, earned value management (EVM), performance analysis and reporting across a portfolio of projects valued at over £150m.

They will also play a key role in developing our cost control maturity, implementing best practice processes, and mentoring junior Project Controls professionals to enable us to move beyond reporting to provide meaningful business insight and recommendations.

Given the nature of our self-delivered EPC model, a significant proportion of project costs relate to direct labour, materials and consumables, and plant and equipment. We therefore need someone who can blend the above budgeting, forecasting and EVM skills with hands-on proactive daily and weekly monitoring of purchase orders, timesheets, expenses and site progress and productivity.

Own the Cost Control sub-function within Project Controls by:

• Setting the standards and procedures for cost control across all projects;
• Developing the tools and templates used for cost control across all projects;
• Identifying and correcting deviations from the above tools and procedures;
• Aligning and upskilling all staff (within and without the Project Controls function) in cost control through training, guides and communities of practice.

Co-ordinate and manage all activities within the cost control sub-discipline delivered through Cost Controllers and Project Controllers, such as:

• Managing the structure and content of SAP projects including creating projects and ensuring project & WBS adherence with business and project standards;
• Utilising SAP to extract data and produce cost reports across the project portfolio, including centralised reporting such as the PFR/ CCR cycle and Cost of Non Quality (CoNQ);
• Providing interrogation, assurance and enhanced analysis of cost data on projects, providing consolidated assessments to project, programme and portfolio managers;
• Being actively involved in the development of estimates and costings for tender projects and maintaining centralised supporting data such as norms and productivity rates;
• Supporting the implementation and production of project cost management activities and reporting including invoicing, variations, cost v budget/ price, EVM, cashflow;
• Providing day-to-day cost control support and guidance across all elements of projects and the business.

You will be an experienced Cost Controller or Cost Engineer with a strong background in contractor-side project delivery environments. You will thrive in an environment where processes are still developing and enjoy creating structure, improving ways of working and driving performance improvements.

Essential Experience:

• Dedicated experience in Project Cost Control, Cost Engineering, Project Cost Accounting or Project Controls roles.
• Experience within large Nuclear, Construction, Engineering, EPC, Infrastructure or Industrial projects.
• Strong understanding of project budgeting, forecasting and cost management principles.
• Practical experience of Earned Value Management (EVM) and/or Cashflow management.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to identify trends, risks and opportunities.
• Experience presenting cost performance information to Project Managers and senior stakeholders.
• Advanced Excel skills.
• Experience using SAP.

Desirable Experience:

• Cost, Commercial or Financial qualifications such as CIMA, AAT and ACCA.
• Experience supporting major nuclear projects, ideally Hinkley Point C.
• Experience working within MEH, mechanical installation, electrical installation, process engineering or industrial construction environments.
• Understanding of NEC contracts.
• Professional accreditation through CaSA, APM, ICE or similar.

Personal Attributes:

• Naturally inquisitive and analytical.
• Confident challenging project teams where required.
• Comfortable working independently and taking ownership.
• Proactive in identifying and solving problems.
• Able to influence and build strong relationships across project teams.
• Passionate about continuous improvement and developing best practice.

Benefits:

• 25 days annual leave per year rising by 1 day for every 2 years worked (max 30 days) + Bank Holidays.
• 8% employer pension contribution with employee 1% contribution (salary sacrifice).
• Individual and family private health care.
• Dental insurance for employees.
• Cashplan – Level 2 cover.
• Life assurance (4x salary).
• Employee assistance programme (EAP).
• Income Protection.
• Professional Body Membership.
• Tusker Electric car scheme (salary sacrifice).
• Cyle to Work scheme (salary sacrifice).
• Babbel – learn a new language.
• Generous family leave – Maternity and paternity 6 months full pay and 6 months half pay.

We are an equal opportunity employer. We value and plan to continue to build on the benefits of our diverse working environment and recognise a priority to improve gender mix. Everyone will be considered without attention to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability status.

The post is restricted due to the nature of the role and the export control regulations which apply. All applicants will be subject to national security and export control vetting processes.

Job location: United Kingdom, Bristol (Avonmouth)