Vesta Consulting Limited

Cost Engineer/Project Controls Engineer; Security cleared, Defence, PPMP, CCP, Cost Management Bristol (1 or 2 days per week), Security clearance is a must have, rate £400 per day outside IR35 MUST HAVE - COST ENGINEER EXPERIENCE IN DEFENCE, SECURITY CLEARANCE Qualifications and Experience Education: Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Finance, or a related field. Professional certifications (eg, CCP, PMP, or AACE) are advantageous. Experience: Proven experience in cost engineering, project controls, or financial management within defence, aerospace, or similarly complex sectors. Familiarity with defence-specific cost management standards and practices. Technical Skills: Proficiency in cost estimation tools and financial Key Responsibilities Cost Estimation and Planning: Develop and maintain detailed cost estimates for all phases of digital transformation projects. Collaborate with project managers, engineers, and stakeholders to establish realistic budgets. Budget Management: Monitor project budgets and expenditures, ensuring alignment with financial objectives. Prepare cost forecasts and provide insights into potential variances. Cost Control and Reporting: Implement cost control measures to manage project financial performance effectively. Generate detailed cost reports and provide regular updates to project stakeholders. Risk and Variance Analysis: Identify and analyze cost risks and variances, recommending mitigation strategies as needed. Conduct sensitivity analyses to evaluate the financial impact of project changes. Collaboration and Communication: Work closely with procurement teams, contractors, and suppliers to ensure cost efficiency. Serve as the primary point of contact for cost-related queries and discussions. Governance and Compliance: Ensure adherence to defence financial regulations and reporting standards. Maintain accurate and comprehensive documentation of cost management activities.

System Safety Engineer/Safety Assurance Defence; Aerospace, HAZID, HAZOP, FMEA Andover and Bristol (1-2 days per week), Security clearance is a must have, rate £500 per day outside IR35 MUST HAVE - Safety Engineer experience in defence/Aerospace, SECURITY CLEARANCE Essential: Proven experience in safety management within the aerospace, or highly regulated sectors. Strong understanding of safety engineering principles, safety cases, and hazard analysis techniques (eg, HAZID, HAZOP, FMEA). Experience of working with UK safety standards and frameworks. Ability to manage safety across complex, multi-stakeholder programmes. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, including engagement with senior clients and regulators. Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities. Experience working within Agile delivery environments. Self-starter, comfortable operating in both structured and ambiguous environments. Desirable: Experience within Digital or similar government digital organisations. Knowledge of digital systems safety, including software and cyber-related safety considerations. Understanding of the political, commercial, and technological landscape within UK Central Government. Experience in safety assurance for digital or data-driven systems. Professional certification in safety engineering or related disciplines (eg, Chartered Engineer, safety accreditation).