Your new company
Our client is delivering one of the UK's most significant infrastructure programmes in the nuclear new build space. With two EPR reactors designed to generate 3.26GW of secure, low‑carbon electricity for up to 60 years-enough to power around 6 million homes-this programme will create thousands of jobs and provide lasting benefits to the UK economy.

Your new role
As Senior Cost Engineer, you will be the technical lead for Cost & Forecasting within a defined programme/area, ensuring consistent application of Integrated Project Controls processes and frameworks. You'll provide timely, accurate reporting and insight to stakeholders and manage the delivery of complex contracts typically ranging from £10m to £500m.

Key responsibilities include:Producing and maintaining accurate cost and forecasts aligned to CBS/WBS.
Providing assurance of Cost & Forecasting data quality within enterprise systems (e.g. EcoSys, SAP).
Delivering cyclical Cost & Forecasting reports with clear commentary on schedule drivers and performance trends.
Modelling effective collaboration across organisational boundaries, reflecting values of Humility, Positivity, Respect, Solidarity and Clarity.
Embedding governance for Integrated Project Controls and supporting others to achieve high-quality outputs.

What you'll need to succeed
Minimum HND (or equivalent) in project management, project controls, engineering or a related field.Experience within a Project Management / Project Controls environment.
Strong understanding of project controls methodologies and techniques.
High attention to detail with proven analytical and problem‑solving capability.
Demonstrable track record within a project controls discipline, ideally on large capital projects.
Familiarity with cost systems/tools (EcoSys/SAP) is advantageous.

What you'll get in return
Competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package.Family‑friendly policies, including enhanced parental leave.
Support for professional development, including reimbursement for relevant memberships.

What you need to do now
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