Job Description

Remarkable people, trusted by clients to design and advance the world

Wood is currently recruiting for a Senior Cost Controller (Asset/Site Cost Controller) to support the Operated Assets team in Aberdeen on a permanent staff basis.




Hybrid working - 3 days working from Aberdeen

The Role

You are expected to deliver cost support on a fully encompassing basis, this is, from coordinating the build of the Client annual budgets and assisting with the completion of the internal budgets, to day-to-day maintenance of the cost management systems, preparing monthly reports, reviewing these with the clients, and resolving any queries, on a largely unsupervised basis.


The Operated Assets service line provides full lifecycle energy asset management to on and offshore assets - covering Asset Optimisation, Asset Management, full-cycle value-focused operations and decommissioning

Key Accountabilities & Responsibilities

Responsible for one contract in its entirety, but are also expected to display sufficient understanding of the other contracts to provide ad hoc support and holiday cover. Required to have an in-depth knowledge of the contract T&C's and work closely with the Commercial Focal Points, Subcontract Managers, and Contract Buyers to ensure correct allocation of costs due to the large number of core vendors on site on a regular basis. This requires the Senior Cost Controllers to be up to speed on the current position on and offshore, e.g. aware of any performance issues offshore / at Site that may impact budgetary control and involved in shutdown planning, be aware of business drivers and client expectations and any change or required efficiencies that will need to be considered and/or built into the cost forecast. Support man-hour driven forecasts or vendor/material spends, the operations manager and client require a narrative to support the current cost position when reported. Therefore, the Senior Cost Controller is required to be fully versed on the reasons for deviations from budget and any threats, opportunities that may impact the current position. Required to be confident and approachable as they are dealing directly with the client and the operations teams onshore and offshore. Need to be able to communicate and present data to varying levels within the business. Cost reports are issued in accordance with the contract reporting calendar. Although there are differences from the traditional E&C role, the seniors within OA are working in line with corporate processes and routines where practical. Have exposure to Engineering modification and project work through review and issue of the project's elements of the contracts. Have a good understanding of estimating, planning and how these functions interface with cost management and system-driven forecasts.

Our Clients and Projects

Designing the future. Transforming the world

Wood is currently growing their project and modi

fication portfolio of key EPCC opportunities spanning 3-5 years of longevity. This will include projects in full lifecycles ranging from early Study / FEED into detailed design, which will cover sectors within the O&G, renewable energy, pharmaceutical and chemicals . Now is the time to join our dynamic and diverse team on a journey to a new way of working with new technologies, helping with an added with fantastic career development opportunities across our business, both UK based and globally.

What we can offer

Meaningful and interesting projects

delivered to leaders of industry across renewables and emerging energy sectors

Flexible working arrangements

that balance client, team and individual needs, offering hybrid and remote working where relevant -

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

Flexible benefits package

; inclusive of 33 days annual leave (including public holidays), generous contributory pension scheme, private medical cover, 4x base salary life insurance; all of these and more that can be adapted to suit your own lifestyle

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

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:

Degree in a relevant technical or business discipline (or equivalent gained through relevant vocational training and/or industry experience) Incumbents to have strong relevant cost experience Excellent knowledge of cost software and related principles, tools and techniques including budgeting, forecasting and cash-flow Excellent knowledge of Project Execution Procedures for Cost Management including Change Management Excellent understanding of WBS & CBS structures and project reporting capabilities Advanced ability to develop project cost budgets and change estimates Advanced ability to prepare cost reports Strong understanding of change management and associated cost and schedule processes Strong understanding of earned value application, cost and schedule variance analyses/trending and what-if scenarios Excellent understanding of project management principles and techniques Strong understanding of Cost Management, Change Control, Planning & Risk Analysis & Management

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. www.woodplc.com

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.