Cost Estimator

"We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced cost estimator to join the PMO function. Your enthusiastic and conscientious nature will be key to an existing diverse estimating team with a wide-ranging skillset. The successful candidate will report directly to the Cost Estimating Lead and be integral to the growth of this centralised function. As a cost estimator, you will be instrumental in delivering an efficient and effective cost estimating service company-wide. As such, you will work closely with various other project controls practitioners and interface with multiple departments as determined by the business demand and priorities. Some typical activities may include: creating baseline estimates; undertaking cost benefit analysis and independently assuring tenders. Estimating is crucial to the success of NRS' long-term strategy including sustaining value for money for the UK taxpayer. This role is an opportunity to become part of a leading function that continually strives to offer quality outputs and solutions to a multitude of projects cross-organisation." Key deliverables

• Deliver an effective cost-estimating service across all stages of the project lifecycle from concept through to close-out.
• Provide quality assured estimates to support Baseline change proposals, business case approvals, company investment decisions and tender assessments.
• Develop cost estimates based on norms, appropriate estimating methodology and lessons learned, depending on the project phase and scope of work.
• Independently oversee and assure estimates within the cost function to verify fit-for-purpose through the provision of comprehensive findings.
• Participate in key project reviews, offering guidance and advice on cost-specific matters to ensure compliance, understanding and improve estimates.
• Propose cost estimating opportunities through industry research to improve value for money for the organisation.
• Develop Cost Breakdown Structures (CBS) and support alignment/development of the Work Breakdown Structure (WBS).
• Communicate estimating rationale to senior staff and relevant stakeholders to enable critical decision-making.
• Undertake cost-benefit analysis work to illustrate alternative options for successful project delivery.
• Support Estimating Uncertainty reviews with the Project team, as well as contributing to risk reviews to aid the risk modelling process.
• Provide inputs to the cost database as well as analyse and maintain data to support benchmarking capability.
• Demonstrate the cost implications of emerging and additional project work.
• Undertake additional business critical tasks as specified by the Cost Estimating Lead.
• Assist the Cost Estimating Lead with delivery of training, mentoring and support to colleagues., Participation in Company Bonus Scheme (up to £5,750 per annum based on corporate objectives).
• Employee Assistance Programme including 24-hour telephone support & personal assistance service and access to an online wellbeing App.
• Up to 13.5% employer pension contribution depending on individual contribution amount.
• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay (dependent on service).
• Access to training and development through the company performance management arrangements, supporting you in maintaining your personal Continuous Professional Development.
• We have various different employee networks supporting our inclusion, diversity and wellbeing mission at NRS.
  
  A relevant professional qualification (e.g. RICS, ACOSTE) or equivalent significant; demonstrable cost estimating experience (essential)
• Significant experience within a relevant project environment
• Significant experience with producing estimates across a broad range of complex projects
• Technical understanding and experience from a highly regulated industry
• Significant experience with benchmarking and/or developing and using cost norms
• Proactive with strong communication and analytical skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Power BI, estimating software systems or data analytics
Please note the successful candidate will need to be located within a commutable distance of one of our NRS sites and will be expected to work there a minimum of 2 days per week.

Nuclear Restoration Services Limited (NRS) is a wholly owned subsidiary of the Nuclear Decommissioning Authority (NDA). NRS is responsible for decommissioning first generation nuclear power stations Berkeley, Bradwell, Chapelcross, Dungeness A, Hinkley Point A, Hunterston A, Oldbury, Sizewell A, Trawsfynydd and Wylfa, and research sites Harwell and Winfrith. NRS is also responsible for electricity generation at hydroelectric plant Maentwrog. As a division of NRS, NRS Dounreay is responsible for the clean-up and demolition of the former centre of fast reactor research and development. NRS is an exciting place to be, and this role is the perfect opportunity for you to be part of our challenging mission - to safely and successfully manage the UK's civil nuclear legacy on behalf of the nation. To deliver our commitment, we need people like you who want to perform at an industry leading standard and be part of a team that continues to develop, innovate and even exceed our greatest achievements. At NRS, we understand, and acknowledge the value of an inclusive working environment, and celebrate the diversity this brings to our workplace. Without this approach, we wouldn't be in the position that we are now, being able to safeguard and secure the future of our organisation.


• Nuclear Restoration Services Limited (NRS) staff should refer to the document titled "Spot Point v Grade alignment" available on SharePoint for more information on how the grade structure aligns to Spot Points.
• Flexible working - where possible.