This role requires the appropriate level of knowledge and understanding of estimating and cost modelling tools and techniques to support a Category A Delivery Team to deliver longer term output focussed equipment support solutions that proactively and intelligently manage in scope capabilities in accordance with platform management plans, therefore, the incumbent will be expected to able to work independently and as part of the larger integrated Project Controls team estimating and developing multiple cost models, supporting business case/investment decisions. The incumbent will act as an Estimating Subject Matter Expert (SME) providing guidance to project.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Lead on engaging with and delivering estimating products for high value projects via utilising a range of estimating tools, techniques and methodologies
- Deliver complex cost estimates using the mandated CAT A Generic Cost Models independently
- Identify cost trends and management information for management attention
- Analyse data from sources across DE&S, international partners and its defence suppliers to support benchmarking and production of robust complex cost models.
- Apply correlation techniques in delivering robust cost estimates to ensure effective analysis
- Assist in development of industrial insight at strategic level to support portfolio management activities, business change initiatives, and provide senior staff with intelligence and analysis to support decision making.
- Assist with the scoping of model requirements and provide SME modelling expertise including establishment and maintenance of relationships across stakeholder groups
- To communicate estimate and complex risk modelling data to key member of the project, programme and DE&S leadership in a way that is easy to interpret and understand.
- To influence Leadership within project within the estimating technical field
EXPERIENCE
- Knowledge and experience which meets the standards required to attain full membership of APM (or equivalent) or certified membership of ICEAA or ‘Incorporated’ accreditation of ACostE.
- Knowledge of Governments Aqua Book.
- Knowledge of Defence sector.
- Knowledge of analysis tools and techniques.