Senior Cost Engineer

Around the world, SYSTRA’s specialists plan, design, integrate, test, commission, project manage and deliver mass transit and mobility solutions that are relied on by more than 50 million people every day. For more than 60 years, the Group has been committed to helping cities and regions contribute to their development by creating, improving and modernising their transport infrastructure with sustainability, accessibility and innovation at the heart of our designs. With over 10,300 colleagues globally and around 1000 in the UK & Ireland we are growing significantly and seeking out the very best talent to join the SYSTRA signature team and be part of leading the way in infrastructure design.

We currently have an opportunity for a Cost Engineer to join our growing engineering team in Birmingham. This position within our team will suit a committed individual who can demonstrate interpersonal skills combined with commercial awareness and the ability to play their part in growing a dynamic high-performance team. With a focus on the design of High Speed Rail infrastructure, the post-holder will be part of a growing team delivering projects for a diverse portfolio of UK clients.

Missions/Main Duties

• Working in collaboration with our management team, designers and contract partners, the Cost Engineer will be involved in a variety of tasks such as:
• Applying the recognised Cost Management and Earned Value Techniques.
• Analyse and interrogate all Weekly Actual Cost Reporting for accuracy of hours booked, performance against forecast providing feedback to the DJV Project Team.
• Producing timely and accurate actual and forecast cost reporting to ensure that the Project Financial position is reported accurately through SPOT at month end and that all costs have been authorised, captured and reported correctly, including the calculation of monthly accruals.
• Control and analyse scope deviations through trend and change management processes.
• Build relationships with budget holders across all Systra disciplines to ensure that the project costs are being captured correctly.
• Support to inter company trading transactions for global production centres including entity margins and regional performance against business targets.
• Attend Progress Meetings and communicate clear and concise data to the Project teams across all Systra regions.
• Attend Systra Work Package Reviews and record the meeting minutes and all actions.

Profile/Skills

• Experience in cost engineering, project controls, or commercial management within the rail, transport, or infrastructure sectors.
• Strong knowledge of project cost management processes and earned value principles.
• Proficiency in cost management software and Microsoft Excel; experience with Primavera P6, IFS, or similar ERP/project tools is an advantage.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to present financial information clearly to technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Detail-oriented with strong analytical and numerical abilities.
• Proactive and solution-focused with the ability to challenge cost assumptions constructively.
• Strong collaboration skills to work effectively across engineering, commercial, and project delivery teams.
• Commitment to delivering value, efficiency, and transparency in large-scale infrastructure projects.

Why SYSTRA?

Our three core values: Excellence, Connected Teams and Bold Leadership are kept at the heart of everything we do. We strive for the highest levels of technical excellence, achieving the best results through teamwork, both locally and internationally, and reward innovative thinking through encouraging all colleagues to think as leaders. We offer clear and well supported pathways for career development and qualification attainment, a competitive remuneration package including a bonus and private healthcare, an electric car scheme and a broad suite of flexible benefits to suit your lifestyle.

Flexibility

Because we value who you are as much as what you do, we want you to feel supported at work. We offer hybrid working, balancing the benefits of working from home with time in our modern, well-equipped offices for that crucial in-person contact, team development and collaborative working. We also recognise that life doesn’t always run to the same schedule for everyone, so we have a dedicated flexible working policy to support you in tailoring your work life to reach your full potential.

Diversity & Inclusion

We provide a warm welcome and encourage applications from a diverse range of people who can enrich our company and offer perspectives which will drive better solutions in a truly inclusive environment. Our employee led working groups and clearly defined strategy help us to keep at the leading edge of important issues and keep us accountable. We want our colleagues to feel comfortable to bring their whole selves to work and continually seek new ideas and contributions to ensure we continue to grow and develop in this space.

Wellbeing

It’s no surprise that people do their best work when they feel physically and mentally supported. Our SYSTRA Wellness Programme offers a wide range of support; from Wellness champions to free health checks, healthy eating workshops and regular seminars, alongside access to a wide range of external support. We offer two paid days for charity work and an ever-growing social calendar.

Apply and find out more about how SYSTRA can support you in your career journey. If you require any adjustments or financial assistance to support you in your application or interview process please email: reasonableadjustments@systra.com where your request will be treated confidentially and with respect. We pledge to offer an interview to any candidates with a disability who apply for a role and meet the minimum criteria.