Job Description

Senior Cost Engineer/Data Analyst

Frimely Based

52.78 an hour Umbrella OR 45.82 PAYE Inside IR35

6 Month Contract initially.

This is a great opportunity to work within one of the UKs leading defence organisations based in Frimley. Hybrid working. 3 days per week on site.

• The role holder will take the lead on Data Analysis for the cost team within the DN PMO. The role will involve support to th EAC and IYFM processes with analysis of data and variance analysis reporting. As well as collaborating and supporting the the programme delivery teams with the IYFM and EAC process
• The individual should have be comfortable in communiacating and be able to pose constructively challenging questions on delivery to both peers and managers within ICS.
• Requires a proactive open mindset with some agility to approach
• The role holder will take the lead on Dassian Workbench; implementation, troubleshooting and process lead
• They will have a level of experience in one or more areas of PM&C practice and be expected to be able to adapt and apply these practices in different circumstances, to develop these practices and to guide and instruct others in their application.

Knowledge: Comprehensive knowledge and understanding of PM&C policies, processes, procedures and systems.

• Comprehensive PM&C experience demonstrated in a professional capacity within a project.
• Good knowledge and understanding of their projects.
• Comprehensive understanding of one or more PM&C tools techniques and practices.
• Comprehensive knowledge and understanding of the Business environment for their project.
• Knowledge and experience of PM governance and assurance processes such as Integrated Baseline Reviews (IBRs).
• Experience of influencing stakeholders typically inside the company to achieve Business success.
• Good understanding of the wider PM&C environment, and of developments and practices in the field.
• Good understanding of own project/s, its markets, customers, strategic priorities and culture.
• Knowledge acquired through job related training and on the job experience with theoretical and practical skills.
• Experience of building relationships and negotiating outcomes with internal stakeholders.

Skills:-

• Problem solving most likely to apply in an existing Business environment.
• Good understanding of the structure, organisation, processes and culture of Line of Business, so as to be able to support implementation of appropriate PM&C approaches.
• Applies problem solving techniques to routine situations or situations of moderate complexity under limited supervision, in the field of PM&C, taking requirements and data from internal (project) sources and external (customer, competitor and academic) areas.
• An ability to gather information. Supports development of solutions and of implementation approaches.
• Ability to capture, adopt and share good practice.
• A good understanding of how team integrates with others teams & projects in order to achieve objectives.
• Work is typically within standardised processes and practices, accuracy of tasks is impactful.
• Direct impact on the performance of the team.
• Takes responsibility for own performance and development, including any team members.
• Quality and timeliness of work reflects on the effectiveness of the immediate team. Business acumen that goes beyond immediate team.
• Make judgments, recommendations and advises on analysis of factual information.
• Impact in terms of providing services/information on matters that assist others in controlling or making decisions.
• Job involves regular exchange of information and handling of difficult conversations.
• Developed communication skills to exchange complicated information.

Qualifications:

• Application of related PM Competencies will be expected at this level.
• Roles typically require a University Degree, or a substantial amount of practical knowledge gained through experience.
• Incumbent will be expected have a PM Qualification such as the Project Management Qualification. APM

For more information please contact Lauren Morley at JAM Recruitment or click apply.