Lead Cost Analyst

3 weeks ago


Warrington, Warrington, United Kingdom westlakesrecruit Full time

Westlakes Recruit is currently seeking a seasoned cost analyst to join our team on a permanent basis.

Position Overview

In the capacity of a Cost Analyst, you will play a pivotal role in enhancing the precision and transparency of lifecycle financial reporting for our organization and its stakeholders.

Your collaboration with the project team will be essential, as you will assist in estimating target and fixed price contracts.

  • Formulate, execute, and uphold the Project Baseline Budgets, which include Control Account Plans, Responsibility Assignment Matrix, and Work Breakdown Structure Dictionary (Scope of Work).
  • Oversee the monitoring, control, and validation of project accruals and commitments, along with managing resource and financial forecasting data.
  • Administer and regulate financial change management within the project, ensuring compliance with business and contractual obligations.
  • Deliver internal and external financial performance and cost reports, including earned value assessments and variance analysis.


Key Qualifications for the Cost Analyst:

  • Extensive experience in budgeting and cost management within a regulated industry setting.
  • Familiarity with various contracting frameworks (e.g., NEC3 and NEC4), including the resolution of claims and disputes.
  • Prior experience in mentoring junior team members in cost estimation, cost analysis, or project control environments.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel.


Educational Background for the Cost Analyst:

  • HNC level qualification (or equivalent) in cost analysis or quantity surveying.
  • Preferably a bachelor's degree in engineering, project management, construction management, or a related discipline.
  • ECITB QCF Level 5 Diploma (or equivalent) in Cost Engineering (Cost Control).
  • A professional qualification and membership (e.g., APM/AcostE/RICS) (or equivalent).


For further details regarding this role or to express your interest in future job opportunities, please visit our website.

Why Choose Us:

Westlakes Recruit is a people-centric solutions provider that comprehends the intricacies of the nuclear sector and the significance of our clients' mission-critical objectives.

We are smarter, faster, and more agile, with a concentrated focus on nuclear, backed by profound sector knowledge. We cultivate nuclear talent pools proactively to meet future demands.

Commitment to Diversity:

As an equal opportunity employer, we welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities.



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