Cost Engineer - Real Estate - ALL LEVELS
Newcastle upon Tyne / Hartlepool
Are you an experienced Cost Engineer with a track record of delivering exceptional results on complex projects? We're working with a leading global consultancy in the real estate sector to recruit a talented professional to join their expanding team in Newcastle.
This is an exciting opportunity to work with a business that has been shaping the built environment for decades and is continuing to grow rapidly. Their culture is entrepreneurial, collaborative, and designed to empower people at every level to influence both their own careers and the wider organisation.
The Role
In this position, you will take ownership of cost engineering activities across high-value, high-profile projects. Responsibilities include:
Establishing cost and schedule baselines and ensuring performance is tracked and reported accurately.
Identifying trends, root causes, and corrective actions to maximise value for clients.
Leading evaluations of project time, cost, and quality, applying governance controls to ensure successful outcomes.
Acting as a key point of contact for clients, overcoming delivery and commercial challenges.
Driving effective change management processes and robust cost control.
Facilitating planning workshops and coordinating with contractors and vendors to keep projects on track.What We're Looking For
To be successful, you'll bring:
Proven experience in project controls across the full project lifecycle.
Sector expertise in life sciences or data centres (preferred).
Strong technical capability with Primavera P6 and MS Office.
The ability to interpret complex data and present clear, actionable insights.
Strong time management, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills.
A proactive, client-focused mindset with the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.What's on Offer
The chance to work on high-profile, complex projects with a globally respected consultancy.
A supportive and forward-thinking environment where your career progression is prioritised.
The opportunity to influence outcomes that make a real difference for clients and communities.Interested?
If you're motivated, detail-oriented, and ready to take the next step in your career as a Cost Engineer, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and Charlie will be in touch for a confidential discussion