Job Title: Lead Cost Engineer
Client: Pioneering Green Steel Production Company
Assignment Type: Annually Renewable Contract Position
Location: Remote (Monthly trip to Boden, Sweden required 3 days a month)
Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8 hours per day
Kintec are currently partnered with a pioneering Green Steel Production Company who are constructing a plant in Northern Sweden that will produce Green Steel - Green Steel production emits up to 95% less CO ₂ compared conventional steel production.
LEAD PROJECT COST ENGINEER
Are you a skilled cost control expert with a passion for driving financial excellence in groundbreaking projects? We are seeking a dynamic and experienced professional to join us as a Lead Project Cost Engineer. As part of our visionary team, you will have an important role in ensuring impeccable cost control and compliance with financial regulations for one major area of the Project - one of the largest industrial projects in the history of Sweden.
Responsibilities:
- Supervision, cost management for major areas, estimating in alignment of project objectives. Providing support to the given EPCM Contractors and assistance in resolution of problems.
Co-ordinate monthly meetings with EPCM contractors to review Cost Reports, cashflows, change management etc. and establish a process to accurately forecast cost upwards from construction contractors and supply vendors.
Coordinate the interface with stakeholders, including finance and accounting, to prepare written cost analysis and reports on timely and accurate forecast of project cost status.
Coordinate with Area Managers on cost review meetings monthly. Interface with the cost team and finance to prepare monthly internal reports.
Prepare and assist the Head of Project Services in the development and delivery of written/oral presentations to stakeholders.
Keep abreast of the ongoing work of the project to discern adverse trends, potential problem areas, opportunities and participate in their proactive management.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Approximately 10 years of experience in cost control on major industrial projects, ideally with EPCM contracting approach. Strong grasp of project delivery phases and associated activities, as outlined in cost management procedures and guidelines.
Proficient in the application of cost engineering, estimating, and planning practices outlined in AACE and PMI standards.
Comprehensive understanding of cross-functional collaboration, including interfaces with engineering, procurement, construction, safety, quality, finance/accounting, planning, and document control.
Familiarity with cost control software and the ability to analyze cost-saving value engineering scenarios, implementing effective reporting in line with guidelines.
Demonstrated expertise in estimating techniques, including overseeing major project estimating development and reviews.
Foster good communication and inter-personal skills to ensure a smooth teamwork.
Proactively work to anticipate challenges, collaborating effectively with various stakeholders, EPCMs and third-party suppliers to address potential issues promptly.