Manager of Project Cost Estimating

Morson Talent

  • Chester
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 13 days ago
  • Location: Chester, Cheshire, England
  • Salary: Market related
  • Category
  • Sector:
  • Contract type Permanent
  • Consultant: Alex Donnellan
Urenco Group Projects (UTD) are looking for a Cost Estimating Standards Manager. This job is grade E18.Based at our Capenhurst site, you’ll act as subject matter expert and provide oversight for estimating activity within a busy projects management and PMO function, with a project portfolio in excess of £500m. You will also manage a team of 5+ cost and estimating professionals.At Urenco we’re committed to giving you opportunities to be your best. If you feel you meet some, but not all of what were looking for, please still apply. We believe in embracing the passion and potential of our people, and to achieve this we offer market leading training and development experiences. Along with the opportunity to be mentored and coached by some of the smartest minds in the industry.What you’ll do:Provide functional accountability for the effective application of Urenco standards, and be responsible for cost estimating output for Urenco projectsManaging a team of 5+Being accountable for the development and maintenance of Urenco’s processes and procedures for project estimating.Responsibility for the project cost estimating framework specific to the organisationEnsure alignment between the business objectives and the project estimating standardsEnsure alignment between contractual requirements and project estimating standardsActive participation in assurance reviewsMaintain an overview of subject matter expert’s skills and competencies and provide development of project support resources both contract and staffApproval of exceptions and deviations from standardsQuality control of project controls deliverablesWhat do you need to thrive in this role?Proven professional in staff or contractor (ASW) roles throughout career as the central focus of experienceSuitably qualified in a higher level qualification, in a subject relevant to EstimatingProject Management or Project controls Qualification / Accreditation such as APM, PMI, AACE or equivalent usefulExperience in the ability to utilise critical project management concepts (specifically EVM, estimating, risk)Demonstrable acumen in developing and implementing strategies that successfully deliver project to business objectives (safety, budget, cost, benefits) in alignment with industry best practicesDemonstrable ability in developing high performing professionals, communicating strategy and guiding a team accountable for deliveryWhat can you expect from us?More than just a job, we offer a future. More than just a place to work, we provide an opportunity to prosper. As an employee of Urenco you will receive:£91,000-£95,000 per annumAnnual leave starting at 25 days, which increases by one day for every two years of service up to a maximum of 30 days. In addition, you will accrue 13 additional days off to be used flexibly. There’s also a newly added scheme for buying and selling holiday, up to 5 days.A diverse range of family friendly policies.A generous bonus scheme.A defined contribution pension scheme with up to 16% employer’s contribution.Single private medical and dental cover.Flexible benefits package including life assurance and income protection. In addition, you’ll have an opportunity to purchase additional benefits that suit your lifestyle and take advantage of tax and NI savings.Education and training we take pride in helping people learn and develop by supporting, accelerating and directing your learning. As well as the completion of mandatory health and safety courses, training packages will be offered to meet your specific needs.
We welcome your application before the closing date of 14th of August.Creating a diverse and inclusive workforce
As a truly global company with a presence in the UK, USA, Germany, and the Netherlands, we know that our individual differences make us stronger. Putting people at the heart of our business, we strive to create an open and inclusive workplace that allows every voice to be heard and diversity to thrive. If you require any reasonable adjustments to the recruitment process, please let our talent acquisition team know.
Because together, we are one Urenco. We are enriching the world. And enriching your future.

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