Cost Manager - Sizewell C in Leiston

Your new company
You will be joining a high-profile, global specialist contractor operating across nuclear energy, defence and critical national infrastructure. This multi-accredited and industry-leading contractor works on some of the most complex and impactful programmes in science, security and sustainability, empowering people to grow, thrive and deliver meaningful change. As part of their continued growth, they are actively seeking a Cost Manager to join their growing Sizewell C team.

This is a full-time permanent position based in Leiston with hybrid and flexible working.

Your new role
As a Cost Manager, you will join the Project Management Office (PMO) and work closely with the Cost Lead and wider Project Controls team to deliver accurate, timely and insightful cost performance reporting. You will support effective cost management across the programme, ensuring robust forecasting, budget control and earned value analysis against project baselines.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Monitoring and analysing project cost performance and Earned Value Management (EVM) metrics.
• Supporting project teams with cost forecasting, Estimate at Completion (EAC), Estimate to Complete (ETC) and actual cost reporting.
• Tracking expenditure against approved budgets and cost breakdown structures.
• Supporting budget updates, forecasting activities and cost re-baselining exercises.
• Reviewing change requests and ensuring cost data is accurately coded and aligned to project budgets.
• Working collaboratively with Commercial, Finance and Project Controls teams to ensure accurate accruals and contract cost reporting.
• Supporting the implementation and continuous improvement of cost management systems, processes and reporting tools.
• Providing guidance and support to project stakeholders on cost management systems and best practice.

What you'll need to succeed
In order to be successful, you must have:

• Experience in cost management within major programmes, complex construction projects or large-scale infrastructure environments
• Strong knowledge of cost control, forecasting, cost analysis and earned value management
• Experience using cost management software such as PRISM, EcoSys or Cobra
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving and communication abilities
• Full UK driving licence.

What you'll get in return
In return, you will receive:

• Negotiable starting salary (dependent on experience)
• Company car (salary sacrifice)
• 24 days' annual leave (option to buy up to 10 extra days) plus bank holidays
• Company pension scheme (matched up to 10%)
• Life assurance
• Private medical insurance
• Multiple family-friendly benefits
• Hybrid (2/3 days' remote per week) and flexible working arrangements
• Financial wellbeing perks and lifestyle benefits
• Supportive and collaborative work environment
• Clear pathways for professional growth and career progression
• Opportunity to contribute to one of the UK's largest megaprojects and a cornerstone of Britain's Net Zero ambitions.

What you need to do now
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