Junior Cost Engineer

Location: GB.Whitehaven.Rutherford House

Time Type: Full time

Job Description

Job Description

Overview

We are seeking a motivated and detail‑oriented Junior Cost Engineer to support cost control activities and contribute to the successful delivery of nuclear decommissioning projects. The ideal candidate will bring a foundational understanding of project controls, an interest in developing their skills within a complex project environment, and a willingness to learn about NEC contracts, cost management, and reporting processes.

Your role

• Assist with data collation and the preparation of monthly Applications for Payment, including calculating monthly actual costs and supporting variance analysis against forecast values.
• Support the production and maintenance of the Forecast to Completion, assisting with monitoring performance against the approved project budget.
• Assist with cost reporting to the business, including the preparation of Monthly Dashboard reports under guidance from the Cost Engineer.
• Support the production of monthly business cost reports and assist with submissions via the Cost Management system.
• Assist with the preparation and processing of invoices in line with project and commercial requirements.
• Support the development of cost estimates for new and ongoing projects, including assistance with Change Control documentation and cost impact assessments.

About you

• Strong numeracy and analytical skills.
• Good IT skills including being proficient in Excel and general Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to interpret financial or technical data.
• Good attention to detail.
• Good report writing and presentation skills.
• Strong organisational and time management skills.
• Good communication skills.
• Enthusiasm to drive your own career development and motivation to learn.
• Confidence to work on your own initiative as well as being part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Continuous improvement mindset.

Reward & benefits

Explore the rewards and benefits that help you thrive – at every stage of your life and your career. Enjoy competitive salaries, employee rewards and a brilliant range of benefits you can tailor to suit your own health, wellbeing, financial and lifestyle choices. Make the most of a myriad of opportunities for training and professional development to grow your skills and expertise. And combine our hybrid working culture and flexible holiday allowances to balance a great job and fulfilling personal life.

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About AtkinsRéalis

We're AtkinsRéalis, a world-class engineering services and nuclear organization. We connect people, data and technology to transform the world's infrastructure and energy systems. Together, with our industry partners and clients, and our global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers, we can change the world. We're committed to leading our clients across our various end markets to engineer a better future for our planet and its people.

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Additional information

Security clearance

This role may require security clearance and offers of employment will be dependent on obtaining the relevant level of clearance. If this is necessary, it will be discussed with you at interview. The vetting process is delivered by United Kingdom Security Vetting (UKSV) and may require candidates to provide proof of residency in the UK of 5 years or longer. If applying to this role please do not make reference to (in conversation) or include in your application or CV, details of any current or previously held security clearance.

We are committed to creating a culture where everyone feels that they belong - a place where we can all be ourselves, thrive and develop to be the best we can be. So, we offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements and employee resource groups to support all employees. As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we value applications from all backgrounds, cultures and ability.

Worker Type

Job Type

At AtkinsRéalis, we seek to hire individuals with diverse characteristics, backgrounds and perspectives. We strongly believe that world-class talent makes no distinctions based on gender, ethnic or national origin, sexual identity and orientation, age, religion or disability, but enriches itself through these differences.