Cost Engineer

Overview

You will support a major, long-term nuclear new-build programme by applying earned value management and cost control to complex heavy civil and marine works in a regulated setting. You’ll work with cross-functional teams to track work performed, forecast cost to completion, and assess financial impacts of changes and risks. Your analysis will inform cash flow and bespoke cost reporting, helping safeguard project value. This is a mission-driven role where precision and clear communication are essential for delivering on high-stakes infrastructure.

Responsibilities

• Track cost of work performed and accrued liabilities
• Prepare phased forecasts of cost to complete
• Undertake earned value management analysis
• Assess cost implications of planned and potential changes
• Analyse financial impact of risks and opportunities
• Prepare cash flow forecasts and bespoke cost reports

Key requirements

• Two years’ experience using earned value management
• Construction or heavy manufacturing experience
• Knowledge of cost of work done and accrued liabilities
• Strong Excel, reporting and analytical skills
• Excellent attention to detail and communication skills
• Nuclear or power generation experience and relevant cost, accountancy or earned value qualifications would be advantageous

• Attention to detail
• Clear communication
• Analytical mindset
• Earned value management (EVM)
• Cost forecasting
• Cost of work done and accrued liabilities

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