Cost Engineer
Energy Infrastructure Projects
£60,000 – £70,000 + excellent benefits
Hybrid – 2–3 days per week on site in Suffolk
Conrad Consulting is delighted to be working in partnership with a leading global consultancy, supporting the growth of their energy and infrastructure delivery team. We are currently seeking an experienced Cost Engineer to work on major energy infrastructure projects based in Suffolk.
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a market-leading consultancy delivering nationally significant programmes, offering long-term career development and exposure to complex, high‑value projects.
The Role
As Cost Engineer, you will play a key role within the project controls and cost management function, supporting accurate cost reporting, forecasting and performance management across large-scale energy infrastructure schemes.
You will work closely with project controls, commercial and delivery teams, ensuring that cost information is robust, timely and aligned with programme objectives.
The role requires 2–3 days per week on site in Suffolk, with the remaining time worked flexibly.
Key Responsibilities
Provide senior-level cost engineering support across energy infrastructure projects
Produce accurate cost reports, forecasts, EACs and performance metrics
Undertake earned value analysis, trend analysis and variance reporting
Support cost control activities against agreed baselines and control budgets
Work closely with commercial and finance teams to ensure accurate accruals and cost capture
Support change control processes, ensuring costs are correctly coded and approved
Contribute to cost re-baselining, budget updates and programme reporting
Act as a technical point of reference for junior cost engineers where required
About You
Essential:
Proven experience in a cost engineering or cost control role
Background working on large, complex infrastructure or energy projects
Strong understanding of cost management, forecasting and earned value techniques
Experience with industry cost management systems (e.g. EcoSys, PRISM, Cobra or similar)
Excellent Excel and reporting skills
Confident communicator, able to engage with project and senior stakeholders
Comfortable working in a regulated, safety‑critical project environment
Desirable:
Consultancy background
Knowledge of engineering, procurement and construction processes
Experience working within major programme or PMO environments
What’s on Offer
Salary: £60,000 – £70,000
Comprehensive benefits package
Hybrid working with structured site presence
Long-term career progression within a respected, employee-focused consultancy
Opportunity to work on nationally significant energy infrastructure programmes