Principal estimator (cost analyst) - united kingdom, plymouth, devon

principal estimator (cost analyst)

country/region: gb

city: plymouth

job title: principal cost analyst / estimator

location: plymouth

compensation: gbp60,000 + benefits

role type: full time, permanent

job id: sf30153

at babcock we re working to create a safe and secure world, together, and if you join us, you can play your part as a principal cost analyst/estimator at our devonport site.

as an international defence company, we support and enhance our customers defence and security capabilities and critical assets, meeting their requirements of value for money, increased availability, modernisation and flexibility.

babcock international and devonport

working at devonport puts the best of the south west at your fingertips. amazing scenery, vibrant towns and numerous leisure opportunities - it s why devon and cornwall are such a desirable place to live and work.

comprising of 14 dry docks, four miles of waterfront and 25 tidal berths, devonport is the base for numerous surface vessels as well as the base and refit centre for the trafalgar-class nuclear-powered submarines. devonport has also recently been selected as the base port for the navy s new type 26 frigates and will become the maintenance centre for the future submarine programme.

for more than a century, babcock, the aerospace and defence company, has been trusted to deliver bespoke, highly-skilled engineering services. we help customers in the uk and around the world to improve the capability, reliability and availability of their most critical assets within the four market sectors of marine, land, aviation, and nuclear, underpinned by a deep understanding of technology integration, unique infrastructure and specialist training.

the role

the difference our new principal cost analyst/estimator will make

as a principal cost analyst/estimator you ll have a role that s out of the ordinary. you will be part of an exciting transformation across our project management and project controls function, driving world class project delivery performance. working within a dynamic project environment, you will be responsible for the management and co-ordination of a team of senior and functional estimators in the production of multi-disciplined labour estimates.

day to day, you ll be leading team outputs and will be key to the successful delivery of submarine contracts and the capture of additional or emergent work required during the project execution phase of our submarine maintenance projects. combining your enquiring approach and analytical skills, you will provide insightful management information which will support senior management decision making. you will continually develop the capabilities within your team and strive to develop and maintain a high performing estimating and cost analysis function, utilising the most up to date tools and techniques

at babcock, we have a history of helping talent go far. with our track record of innovation, you ll continually develop your knowledge and expertise.

we offer flexible working to give people more options to better integrate their work and personal life, whilst ensuring that business needs are met. this role is based onsite at devonport, plymouth.

professional development and career opportunities will be available across the broad spectrum of project controls, qs, estimating and cost control disciplines, with excellent prospects for personal growth available across the babcock nuclear business.

essential experience

• demonstrable and proven evidence of having worked in a relevant estimating capacity preferably supported by membership or formal qualification by a recognised professional body (e.g. acoste, iceaa etc.)

• you will have excellent interpersonal skills, allied to good numerate and written communication and strong computer literacy.

• you will possess strong stakeholder management in situations of competing priorities and enjoy working in a busy and dynamic environment.

• a working knowledge of work measurement, cost estimating, cost and data analysis, cost modelling and assurance

you will need to satisfy security requirements. this may require you to hold or be eligible/capable of achieving security check (sc) clearance.

what we offer

generous benefits including:

• generous holiday allowance of 25 days plus bank holidays

• reservist in the armed forces receive 10 days special paid leave

• matched contribution pension scheme up to 8% of salary, with life assurance

• employee share scheme - save tax and national insurance on shares, with 1 free share per 10 purchased

• employee shopping savings portal

• employment development allowance - gbp125 per year

• payment of professional fees

• reward and recognition scheme linked to health and safety

• employee assistance programme supporting physical, mental and financial wellbeing

• flexible benefits, including cycle to work scheme, discounts and our share ownership scheme

• autonomy. trusted and empowered to be at your best

babcock international

for over 130 years, we have helped to defend nations, protect communities and build a better world. to continue, we must adapt, advance and be a sustainable business with a shared goal. change begins with our people and our shared principles: be curious; be courageous; own and deliver; think: outcomes; collaborate; and be kind. these values not only guide the way we work, but also our efforts to reach net-zero carbon. yes, our ambitions are big, but together, we can achieve them.

armed forces covenant

we are proud to support the armed forces community by honouring the armed forces covenant. if you are a reservist in the armed forces, we provide up to ten days special paid leave in support of your training commitments.

application guidance

all applications should be made online. if you have a disability or need any reasonable adjustments during the application and selection stages, please let us know. we re committed to building an inclusive culture where everyone s free to thrive. we are happy to talk about flexible working - please ask about alternative patterns of work at interview.

closing date: 26/08/2022

job segment: nuclear engineering, project manager, csr, engineer, engineering, technology, management

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