Senior Cost Modeller

Join us as a Senior Cost Modeller in Aerospace, Defence, Security and Technology (ADS&T). You'll lead teams that use quantitative and qualitative methods to analyse, model and recommend solutions to our customers' business decisions. We have a huge variety of projects on all the time, ranging from niche consultancy projects to large, high-profile programmes. So, you'll always be able to keep yourself challenged.

Your purpose:

In this role you can expect to undertake the following tasks:

• Interfacing with customers to help define and clarify decision making requirements.
• Modelling of whole life costs covering current and future investment options.
• Analysis of cost, schedule and risk throughout the life of investment options.
• Liaison with colleagues to find out cost effectiveness of investment options, in support of business cases for acquisition and support.
• Determination of affordability and programme budgets.
• Generation of reports and presentation of findings to stakeholders.
• In addition to client facing work you will be expected to contribute to preparation of new proposals, management of consultancy projects and supervision of teams.

What you can bring?

At interview you will be expected to demonstrate -

• Experience of collecting, collating and interpreting cost data from previous projects, supplier estimates, internal experts and published sources.
• Familiarity and confidence in using spreadsheets to create basic and complex cost estimating models.
• Knowledge of using @Risk to undertake stochastic modelling.
• A good understanding of the basics, guidelines and methods used in the cost analysis of equipment, systems and capabilities.
• Experience of analysing cost data and providing support to business cases.
• A track record of effective liaison with clients and stakeholders.
• The ability to deliver clear and concise reports and presentations.
• The ability to spearhead small teams and work as part of a team in a working environment where there can be frequent change, uncertainty and ambiguity.

You will have/be -

• Degree/higher degree qualified or equivalent.
• Strong attention to detail. Numerate.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Flexible approach to work, able to work alone or as part of a team.

In addition, preference will be given to candidates who can demonstrate one or more of the following -

• Experience in a relevant consultancy environment.
• Experience of risk management/modelling.
• Experience of schedule modelling.
• Experience of operational analysis methods.
• Experience of conducting economic appraisals that support a comparison of acquisition options on a cost versus effectiveness basis.
• Familiarity with MoD acquisition and cost assurance processes.
• Ability to develop junior team members in Cost Modelling.

Why work for Atkins?

People join us because they share a desire to be at the forefront of the ADS&T Business Unit and deliver outstanding projects. We empower our people to be the professional individuals they want to be, working on projects they feel proud of, making a difference to the world they live in and the legacy they leave behind.

We value diversity and believe that everyone deserves to thrive, without exception. We have signed the MoD's "Women in Defence" and "Women in Aviation and Aerospace" charters. These pledges include providing opportunities for women to succeed at all levels. We're also committed to being a Military friendly employer and have been recognised with the Ministry of Defence's (MoD) Gold Employer Recognition Award.

We develop individuals through a portfolio of training and development courses designed to help you make the best of your abilities and talents. We encourage participation in all forms of training and have an active programme of in-house as well as external training for all our staff.

Meeting your needs:

When you start with us, you'll enjoy "Total Reward", a package that can be tailored to your lifestyle, career and personal needs. From flexible holidays to life assurance, health & wellbeing benefits, and career planning for the senior stage of your career.

Making sure you're supported is important to us. So, if you identify as having a disability, tell us ahead of your interview. And let's talk about any adjustments you might need.

Atkins, a member of the SNC-Lavalin Group, is a top global consultancy with over 80 years of design and engineering expertise. With us, you'll be surrounded by the skills, knowledge and support to help you succeed. Together, we can deliver projects which have a positive, sustainable impact on the world.

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.

We are committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community - a place where we can all be ourselves, thrive and develop. To help embed inclusion for all, from day one, we offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements and employee networks to support staff from different backgrounds. As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we value applications from all backgrounds, cultures and ability.

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