At a Glance
- Tasks: Produce and maintain accurate cost information and support project delivery teams with performance data.
- Company: Join a high-profile, nationally significant infrastructure programme in the South West.
- Benefits: Competitive salary of £55,000 – £65,000 per annum or £400 per day plus excellent benefits.
- Other info: Site-based/hybrid working options are available.
- Why this job: Work on one of the UK's most significant infrastructure programmes with long-term career development potential.
- Qualifications: Experience in Cost Engineering or similar roles within major projects and proficiency with EcoSys or SAP.
The predicted salary is between 55000 - 65000 £ per year.
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Cost Engineer to join a high-profile, nationally significant infrastructure programme. Working within an established Integrated Project Controls team, you will play a key role in delivering robust cost management, forecasting, and performance reporting across a complex, multi-billion-pound project environment. As part of a centre of excellence for project controls, you will be responsible for maintaining accurate cost and forecast information, supporting project delivery teams with reliable performance data, and contributing to informed decision-making across the programme.
Key Responsibilities
- Produce and maintain accurate cost and forecast information aligned to Cost Breakdown Structures (CBS) and Work Breakdown Structures (WBS).
- Manage and update cost and forecasting data within project controls systems, including EcoSys and SAP.
- Support the development and maintenance of project budgets, forecasts, commitments, and cost reports.
- Analyse cost performance, identify variances, and provide insight into trends and risks.
- Work collaboratively with project managers, planners, commercial teams, and wider project controls functions.
- Ensure data integrity and compliance with project governance and reporting requirements.
- Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives within the Integrated Project Controls function.
About You
- Previous experience in a Cost Engineer, Cost Controller, Project Controls, or similar role within major projects.
- Strong understanding of cost management, forecasting, and project controls methodologies.
- Experience working within large infrastructure, construction, engineering, energy, defence, or capital project environments.
- Proficiency with project controls systems such as EcoSys, SAP, Primavera, or similar platforms.
- Strong analytical skills with excellent attention to detail.
- Ability to communicate effectively with stakeholders at all levels.
What's on Offer
- Opportunity to work on one of the UK's most significant infrastructure programmes.
- Collaborative and supportive project controls environment.
- Competitive salary or day rate package.
- Long-term project opportunity with excellent career development potential.
If you are a motivated Cost Engineer looking to contribute to a major project and develop your career within a leading project controls environment, we would be delighted to hear from you.
Cost Control Engineer in City of Bristol employer: Energy Jobline ZR
This role is part of an established Integrated Project Controls team focused on a multi-billion-pound infrastructure project. The company offers a collaborative environment and excellent career development opportunities in Bristol. Employees enjoy competitive salaries and a supportive culture.
