JOB DESCRIPTION
Wood is recruiting for a Senior Cost Engineer to join our team in Sharjah, UAE. This is a full-time office-based role with business trips.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Remarkable people, trusted by clients to design and advance the world.
Wood is recruiting for a Senior Cost Engineer to join our team in Sharjah, UAE. This is a full-time office-based role with business trips.
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The role
This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Senior Cost Engineer to join our Iraq Operations Business. This role is full time residential based in Sharjah, UAE
Our Clients and Projects
Designing the future. Transforming the world.
Wood is an integral part of operations in Iraq, and we are continuing to grow our footprint across the country. With a 90-year heritage, 10 major contracts and over 850 employees, we have the skills, expertise and asset knowledge to support clients to deliver energy security and decarbonisation ambitions.
Wood excels in supporting our clients to deliver complex upstream and midstream oil and gas projects in Iraq delivering maintenance, modifications and engineering solutions. We are committed to decarbonising existing assets, producing cleaner energy and developing a sustainable national workforce, ensuring the long-term growth of the region
What we can offer
- Meaningful and interesting projects Delivered to high profile clients and complex projects in Iraq
- Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion ; we are an organisation actively committed to diversity and inclusion across our business with employee networks committed to giving all employees a voice
- Competitive salary with regular salary reviews to ensure we are rewarding at the right level in line with the market
- Commitment to continued professional development; development plans that are tailored to your individual needs and interests
- Global connections : join experts around the world who are at the leading edge of our industry, shaping the standards of our profession
- Medical Insurance : Ensures inpatient and outpatient medical care is available should you require treatment.
- Group Life and Personal Accident Insurance : The company provides Life Assurance cover
- The Employee Share Plan : Gives you the opportunity to purchase Wood shares and receive a match from the company
- Long Service Award : Wood values the commitment and loyalty of our people. Celebrating Long Service provides an opportunity for the business to demonstrate their appreciation of the hard work, dedication and many years' services of our employees at 5-year service milestones
Key Objectives
The preparation and reporting of project cost budgets, and the tracking, management and reporting of project expenditure to enable robust control of projects throughout their lifecycleResponsible for the development of project budgets, the tracking of actual and forecasted costs and the generation of cost reports, ensuring they are prepared to the required level of detail and accuracy and accordance with contractual requirements and Wood policies, procedures and standardsSupports in the management and development of the Cost team, the management of project budgets, actual and forecast costs, and the preparation and filing of project cost documentationMay act as the focal point for several project scopesResponsible for identifying areas of best practise and driving continuous improvementRole may be standalone on a project or as part of a team as determined by the requirements of the project organisationKey Accountabilities & Responsibilities :
Review and maintain Project Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) and Cost Breakdown Structure (CBS)Liaise with other Project Controls disciplines and functions, assist and support in the development of project budgets in accordance with the Basis of Estimate including statements of work scope, assumptions, man-hour estimates, narratives, and review & comment of client documentsLiaise with Planning discipline to ensure accurate and timely control and forecasting of budgets and ensure that the impact of all change requests is properly assessed and included in the schedulesLiaise with procurement, finance, and time-capture functions, and third parties as required, to ensure accurate and timely capture of procurement, materials, subcontract and labour manhour costs. Ensure costs are allocated accurately in accordance with approved project WBSLiaise with engineering, procurement and construction functions, and others as required, to maintain awareness of project activities and their impact on the project budget, schedule, and cost forecast.Manage the project / assignment work approval process in terms of accurate cost code allocation and initial budget set-up and approvalsReview and maintain project cost budgets using appropriate software applicationsMonitor and control cost commitments and expenditures through all phases of project lifecycleLiaise with project management, project planning, and others as required to ensure accuracy in project cost phasing and forecasting.Provide copies of project cost performance reports in accordance with project reporting requirementsReview and issue updates to project cost forecastsMonitor and report on cost impact of project manpower forecastsCoordinate development, review, and issue of project change orders / variations in accordance with engineering and construction change notificationsAssess, review, and communicate cost and schedule impact of change notificationsMonitor and review cost impact of achievement / non-achievement of major project milestonesMonitor and review overall project cost performance and contingency drawdownAttend project / client periodic meetings and present project cost performance status as requiredFacilitate / chair internal project cost performance meetings as requiredFacilitate the project cost close-out processParticipate in cost & estimate risk analysis sessions as requiredParticipate and lead Project Controls Compliance and Continuous Improvement ReviewsPlay an active role in the mentoring and career development of Cost personnelDelegate and manage the work of subordinate project controls staff as requiredMonitor and review overall project cost performance and contingency drawdownQUALIFICATIONS
What makes you remarkable?
At Wood, we are committed to equal opportunities and welcome all talented individuals to consider joining our team. So even if you don't match every statement below but feel you have some of the experience, knowledge or skills needed for this role, we encourage you to apply. It will take all of us working together to deliver solutions to the world's most critical challenges.
Expected :
B.S. or equivalent degreeMinimum of 10+ years relevant experience in major Brownfield oil & gas projects, including at least 3 years in similar position.Knowledge, skills, and experience :
Incumbents will typically have a minimum 5 years relevant cost experienceExcellent knowledge of cost software and related principles, tools and techniques including budgeting, forecasting and cash-flowExcellent knowledge of Project Execution Procedures for Cost Management including Change ManagementExcellent understanding of WBS & CBS structures and project reporting capabilitiesAdvanced ability to develop project cost budgets and change estimatesAdvanced ability to prepare cost reportsStrong understanding of change management and associated cost and schedule processesStrong understanding of earned value application, cost and schedule variance analyses / trending and what-if scenariosExcellent understanding of project management principles and techniquesStrong understanding of Cost Management, Change Control, Planning & Risk Analysis & ManagementPrior experience in a Senior Cost rolePersonal Attributes :
Demonstrates commitment to Wood Values, Visions & BehavioursApplies analytical and statistical evaluationAbility to work independently and as part of a teamDemonstrates effective organization & planning skillsAbility to handle multiple tasks and changing priorities in a fast paced environmentStrong communication skills both written and oralUses initiative, experience and a proactive approach to problem solvingAbility to guide, mentor & lead othersCommitment to continuous improvementABOUT US
Wood is a global leader in consulting and engineering, helping to unlock solutions to critical challenges in energy and materials markets. We provide consulting, projects and operations solutions in 60 countries, employing around 35,000 people.
Diversity Statement
We are an equal opportunity employer that recognises the value of a diverse workforce. All suitably qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective criteria and without regard to the following (which is a non-exhaustive list) : race, colour, age, religion, gender, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or other characteristics in accordance with the relevant governing laws.
