Due to growing demand in high-profile nuclear programmes, we are recruiting Cost Engineers to support a client playing a transformative role in the UK energy sector. This role will contribute to cost control and performance reporting on complex projects, ensuring accurate budget tracking and decision-ready insights.
Hybrid working arrangements - 3 days client site.
Key Responsibilities Develop cost control structures and map estimates to Work Breakdown Structures (WBS), Planning Packages, and Control Accounts
Establish project control budgets and monitor actual costs, accruals, and commitments against those baselines
Implement and report Earned Value Management (EVM) metrics including ETC (Estimate to Complete) and EAC (Estimate at Completion)
Adhere to NEC or FIDIC contract frameworks throughout cost reporting and control activities
Monitor project contingency, track change control, and analyse cost trends to inform decision-making
Support forecasting, cost capture alignment (Work Orders, Purchase Orders), and manage subcontract cost data integration
Prepare cost information for emerging changes and support cost implications documentation
What You'll Bring Professional project controls experience specializing in Cost Engineering/Control across the project lifecycles
Strong capability in Excel and familiarity with cost systems such as SAP, Oracle, interfacing between corporate finance and project tools
Ability to define, implement, and maintain cost procedures and standards for projects or programmes
Eligible for BPSS-level security clearance
Membership in APM, PMI, or similar professional body is advantageous
Effective communication, analytical, stakeholder management, and research skills; motivated to work in the nuclear sector
What's On Offer Opportunity to influence cost control on one of the UK's flagship nuclear energy infrastructure programmes
Flexible, hybrid working arrangements supporting a healthy work–life balance
Long-term career development opportunities within a forward-thinking energy and resources team
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