Cost Engineer

Job title: Cost Engineer

Location: Warrington, Cheshire

Salary: £55 - £60 per hour

Work Type: Contract

Our client, a distinguished project controls consultancy in the nuclear sector, is seeking two experienced Cost Engineers to join their expanding team. This is a contract position with hybrid working arrangements available, supporting major projects across the UK.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assess contractor dashboards and provide recommendations where needed
• Brief the Project Manager on the cost status of works
• Coordinate the implementation and day-to-day running of the Project Change / Trend programme
• Monitor timely raising and closure of Trends
• Use the Trend Database and support weekly trend meetings to update AFC

Job Requirements:

• Security Clearance (SC Clearance) is mandatory
• Previous experience as a Cost Engineer or in a similar role
• Extensive knowledge of cost engineering fundamentals, including estimating, cost control, and cost analysis
• Strong understanding of NEC contract knowledge and operational implementation
• Ability to function as part of an integrated team, covering scope, schedule, and cost
• Excellent stakeholder communication skills, with confidence in presenting cost information to management and clients
• Advanced problem-solving and analytical abilities
• Good understanding of wider project processes, including engineering, procurement, contracts, construction, and start-up
• Advanced Excel skills are desirable
• Experience with forecasting, scheduling techniques, and risk analysis

If you have significant experience in cost engineering and meet the requirements outlined above, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join our client's projects and contribute to the successful delivery of major initiatives in the nuclear sector.