Our client, a well established oil and gas operator is currently seeking a Cost Lead to join their team. Based in Aberdeen, the role will be on a contract basis.ROLE The Cost Lead will support the business in the cost management and reporting of various project activity and provide a key interface role between the Team and various company subcontractors. The remit of the role be across the estimating, cost control, forecasting, cost analysis, reporting and reconciliation areas of the aforementioned activity and involve close liaison with budget holders, department managers, planning and finance.RESPONSIBILITIES: To lead, mentor and develop cost engineers and senior cost engineers reporting into the roleAssign monitor and review work of direct reports.Understand the relationships between the project controls functions, estimating, planning/scheduling, cost control, and risk management.Provide cost control leadership on project teamsAdvise and counsel in areas of expertiseAdvise and drive the business in the preparation of AFEs and AFE supplements in a timely manner in accordance with AFE processResponsible for the timely and accurate preparation of VOWD and costs forecasts, for OPEX/CAPEX and ABEX activities within their remit. Monthly re-forecasts utilizing estimates, PO commitment report, planning schedules and any other relevant information.Work with all stakeholders to ensure appropriate reporting cut offs are maintained.Responsible for maintaining and delivering monthly ..... full job details .....