At a Glance
- Tasks: Support budget management and financial reporting for a major energy project.
- Company: Join the Civil Works Alliance, a leader in sustainable energy solutions.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, generous leave, pension scheme, and flexible benefits.
- Other info: Diverse and inclusive workplace with strong values and career growth opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on clean energy while gaining valuable finance experience.
- Qualifications: Degree in Finance or related field; basic cost control experience preferred.
The predicted salary is between 49500 - 60500 £ per year.
Cost Assurance Assistant Opportunity with the Civil Works Alliance (CWA), supporting Sizewell C. Sizewell C will be a 3.2-gigawatt power station generating low-carbon electricity for around 6 million homes and will play a key role in our energy future, supplying reliable, clean electricity for at least 60 years.
This role will be within the CWA Wide Section.
What will you do?
The Cost Assurance Assistant helps protect the project budget and cash flow. He will support the Independent Cost Verifier team who will review costs, check invoices, and make sure all financial records match contract rules. This work supports safe, on-time, and within-budget delivery of complex nuclear building tasks.
The successful candidate will gain practical experience in project financial management, cost reporting, forecasting, financial controls, auditing, and business partnering. Working alongside experienced finance professionals, the role will provide exposure to large-scale construction projects and the financial disciplines required to deliver them successfully.
Key responsibilities:
- Audit Support: Help gather financial documents and data for internal and external cost audits.
- Reporting: Prepare follow-up dashboards, charts, and summaries of variances for the IP’s and CWA Commercial and Finance Team.
- Compliance: Ensure all financial and procurement actions follow internal procedures.
What are we looking for?
Education: A degree in Finance, or a related field.
Experience: Basic experience in cost control, auditing within construction or engineering.
Data Literacy: Strong skills in Microsoft Excel and cost management software.
Attention to Detail: High accuracy in handling numbers, contracts, and financial records.
Communication: Clear verbal and written skills to discuss costs with ICV teams.
Nuclear Background: Prior work on nuclear or highly regulated infrastructure projects.
Contract Knowledge: Familiarity with standard construction contracts like NEC or FIDIC.
Advanced Tools: Experience with SAP or specialized cost-tracking databases.
What we will offer you?
The CWA is a single delivery organisation made up of the client (Sizewell C) and three parent companies - Balfour Beatty, Bouygues and Laing O'Rourke - which offer industry-leading packages including market-leading salaries, generous annual leave entitlements, pension scheme and other flexible benefits.
About Us
The CWA celebrates the creativity and innovation that comes from a diverse workforce, and we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds — especially those from under-represented communities. Our project is built on five core values: Humility, Positivity, Respect, Solidarity, and Clarity. By joining us, you’ll be encouraged to bring your whole self to work, speak up, and share your ideas. We encourage applications from all suitably qualified candidates, regardless of gender, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity.
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Cost Assurance Assistant in Ipswich employer: Sizewell C Limited
At Sizewell C, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment that fosters collaboration and innovation. With competitive salaries, generous benefits including a defined contribution pension scheme and flexible working arrangements, we are committed to supporting your professional growth while making a significant impact on the UK's energy infrastructure. Join us in Leiston or Ipswich and be part of a team that values diversity, encourages new ideas, and is dedicated to delivering excellence in every aspect of our ambitious project.
