Project Controls Consultant - COBRA
On site
Bristol, United Kingdom
Freelance
19-03-2025
Job Specifications
The UK government has pledged to reach carbon neutrality by 2050 and, as such, is pushing ahead with significant investment in nuclear and renewable energies.
Assystem, as a leading provider of project management, design engineering & construction supervision services within the nuclear industry, has aligned its own strategy to support this switch to low-carbon energy, whilst also recognising transport and infrastructure systems to be a major factor in influencing the outcome of government policy.
By acquiring Logikal in 2023, Assystem reaffirmed their commitment to the UK’s energy transition by combining strengths with a long-established provider of expertise to the transport & infrastructure sectors. We deliver professional services within PMO project delivery, particularly in the areas of project planning, project controls, risk management and enhanced business intelligence.
Based on these solid foundations, our team continues to build on its existing capability and has ambitious plans to develop its reach within both the transport & infrastructure sectors and through the additional opportunities offered via the Assystem network within the nuclear sector.
Our objectives will ultimately be defined by our ability to attract and retain those talented individuals who share our vision and wish to join us in shaping the future.
Job Description
We are seeking a highly skilled Project Controls Consultant with expertise in COBRA (Cost and Performance Management Software) to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for providing project control support to ensure the successful execution of projects, including monitoring project performance, cost control, and progress tracking. You will utilize COBRA software to maintain accurate project cost estimates, forecasts, and schedules, enabling the project team to make data-driven decisions and ensure timely project completion.
Key Responsibilities:
COBRA Management:
Use COBRA to develop and maintain detailed project cost reports, schedules, and performance tracking.
Configure and maintain COBRA data structures to support project cost management.
Perform data entry, update project status, and ensure accuracy in the system.
Analyze cost and schedule variances, forecast future costs, and recommend corrective actions.
Project Cost Control:
Develop and monitor budgets, forecasts, and project performance reports.
Analyze cost data to identify discrepancies and trends, providing recommendations to management.
Ensure that cost data in COBRA aligns with the project’s actual and forecasted expenditures.
Reporting & Analysis:
Prepare and present regular cost and schedule reports for stakeholders using COBRA-generated data.
Provide insight into project performance, highlighting any areas of concern, and suggest mitigations.
Risk and Change Management:
Assist with risk assessments and the identification of potential cost impacts.
Support the change management process by tracking and incorporating changes into project budgets and forecasts in COBRA.
Stakeholder Communication:
Work closely with project managers, engineers, and other stakeholders to ensure project controls processes are understood and adhered to.
Facilitate communication between project teams to ensure alignment on project goals and performance.
Compliance and Documentation:
Ensure all project controls processes comply with company standards, client requirements, and industry best practices.
Maintain accurate and organized documentation of all project controls activities and reports.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
Proven experience as a Project Controls Consultant or similar role, with extensive hands-on experience using COBRA software.
Strong knowledge of project cost management, scheduling, and earned value management (EVM).
Proficient in project controls software, specifically COBRA, and Microsoft Excel.
Strong analytical skills and attention to detail, with the ability to interpret data and generate meaningful insights.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to work with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.
Ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Additional Information
Benefits include:
Pension scheme (8% company contribution / 4% personal contribution)
25 days’ paid annual leave + bank holidays + option to buy or sell days
Professional fees reimbursed
Flexible working
Employee referral scheme
We are committed to equal treatment of candidates and promote, as well as foster all forms of diversity within our company. We believe that bringing together people with different backgrounds and perspectives is essential for creating innovative and impactful solutions. Skills, talent, and our people’s ability to dare are the only things that matter !. Bring your unique contributions and help us shape the future.
About the Company
Assystem, one of the world's leading independent nuclear engineering companies, is committed to accelerating the energy transition. We see ourselves as an activist in the development of nuclear energy, convinced that it is an essential part of the fight against climate change. 7,500 switchers, spread in 12 countries in Europe, Asia, Africa and the Middle East are working every day to make the energy switch by accelerating the development of nuclear and renewable energies, power grids, clean hydrogen projects and low-carbon ... Know more
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