Senior Cost Engineer
Oceaneering · Aberdeen, Scotland ·
Description The focus of this position will working within the regional Project Controls function directly supporting Projects in the creation updating and analysis of cost management tools in a manor aiding Project management review decision making and forecasting.
Responsibilities Cost Tracker Update cost tracker based on schedule updates/ changes Maintain Project Forecast Update with actual billed i.e PM E etc Add any additional non-reimbursable costs Update VO LS rate if changes (this will increase as more VOs get closed out/ added) Support Finance analyst with queries Regular cost tracking meeting Assist with Cost analysis closing of any activity codes Assist cost analysis with Revenue allocation VOs Maintain VO tracker Create new VOs for reimbursable costs Update/ rewrite VOs if new costs incurred/ requests have changed Draft finalise VOs - once internally reviewed.
Attach appropriate backup (quotes invoices etc) approvals make sure all is saved in VO folder too. Get internal approval (PM) for VO. Hold weekly VO/ Cost Meeting with client and have clear actions in place to discuss. Get external approval (client to sign off in weekly meeting) Ensure PO coverage to Bill complete VOs.
Collate and attach all Back up inc 3 rd party signed timesheets email approvals DPRS and send to QtC alongside signed VO so billing process can begin. Timesheets Populate PM E Onshore Readiness VO timesheets Create VO timesheet for increased personnel in-country i.e. above personnel in personnel uplift rate Review TS in meeting with cllient and get signed off Use GM reports for charging travel/ mob days Billing Create commercial summary where appropriate get PM to sign off Send QtC Billing request with all back up in a clear manner Ensure PO coverage (I maintain a PO analysis to keep on top of this) Answer any QtC queries and be point of contact between QtC client Send Draft invoice to client for approval Send client confirmation to Billing so they can complete send out final invoice Update S/sheets VO tracker with invoice # and ensure copy of invoice is saved on SP.
Hold weekly meeting with QtC and have clear actions in place to discuss. POs Maintain PO analysis If uplift/ new PO is required provide estimates as early as possible for client to action Once commercial review sign off the PO confirm the order in client system.
Additional Other duties as assigned. Supervisory Responsibilities This position has no direct supervisory responsibilities. Reporting Relationship Reports to Project Controls Lead Eastern Hemisphere Qualifications Must have a minimum three (3) years of experience in cost engineering Must have three (3) years experience and responsibility of project cost management and reporting in an industrial environment throughout a projects typical life cycle (Sales Engineering Procurement Testing and Offshore Execution) DESIRED Experience with Enovia and PeopleSoft Profiecient with Microsoft Excel: expertise in complex formulas and functions pivot tables macros Knowledge of integrating Primavera P6 with other enterprise systems such as enterprise resource planning software.
Knowledge Skills Abilities and Other Characteristics Comprehensive understanding of project management principles methodologies and best practices. Ability to evaluate project performance identify variances and propose corrective actions.
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with attention to detail and accuracy. Abillity to effectively communicate in English with project managers engineers and stakeholders both verbally and in written form. Strong organizational and time management skills to meet project deadlines Proactive and adaptable mindset to anticipate and address potential issues or changes in project schedules Commitment to continuous learning and staying update to date with the latest industry trends and advancements in project management software and tools Ability to work independetnly and as part of a team displaying professionalism and maintaining a positive attitude.
Proficiency with MS Office applications primarily Word and Excel is required. The ability to organize disparate information into a usable form is required. Required Experience: Senior IC Employment Type : Full-Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1