Overview

Jacobs, Wokingham, United KingdomCost Engineering Lead — JacobsLocation: Wokingham, England, United KingdomWe are seeking a Cost Engineering Lead to support cost management across programmes, focusing on cost control, forecasting and value optimization to influence project delivery and decisions.Responsibilities

Adhere to Programme Controls Policy, Strategy, and Plan, providing direction for Cost Engineering and aligning with other PMO functions.Develop and improve Cost Management systems, ensuring accurate cost control, change and baseline management, and robust forecasting.Establish Earned Value Management (EVM) and other performance measurement techniques to provide data-driven insights into project performance.Align risk and cost processes to support forecasts and proactively manage risk and change.Collaborate with Cost Engineers and Control Account Managers to standardize Cost Management processes and support other Programme Controls functions.Ensure the reported cost position is accurate and reconcilable, manage cost interfaces with other functional leads, and support monthly Board Reporting on cost-related matters.What you’ll need

Significant experience in Cost Engineering with expertise in cost management methodologies and techniques.Knowledge of estimating, scheduling, and risk management techniques; understanding of NEC3/4 contracts; familiarity with industry-standard Project Control Systems; and understanding of WBS and data structures.Strong client interface skills, with proficiency in report writing and presentations.Proactive, collaborative, goal-oriented, and resilient, capable of anticipating issues, working with teams, setting clear objectives, and maintaining performance under pressure.A relevant degree and membership in professional associations such as RICS, ACostE, or CICES.About The Opportunity

In this Cost Engineering Lead role, you will contribute to cost management across programmes and ensure robust control and forecasting.We Offer

Competitive salary and compensation aligned with experience.Flexible Work Arrangements including hybrid, part-time, and flexible hours, patterns, and locations.24 days holiday + option to buy a further 10 days.Enhanced Pension Contributions up to 10%.Comprehensive Health Coverage with options to add dependents.Family Planning Support and fertility healthcare services.Enhanced Parental Leave and access to employee assistance programs.Life Assurance at 4x salary and Income Protection.Wellbeing Hub with access to wellbeing apps.Professional Development including CPD opportunities and covered professional membership fees.Community Engagement with charity matched-funding and volunteering.Additional information

Jacobs operates a hybrid work environment and a 40 hour working week as standard. Ideally based in London or South East England.Are you ready to challenge today and reinvent tomorrow with Jacobs? Join us to make a significant impact on projects, driving excellence and innovation in cost management.

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