EDF is leading the UK's Nuclear New Build Programme, building nuclear power stations at Hinkley Point C in Somerset and Sizewell C in Suffolk. As Cost Engineer, you'll join the Integrated Project Controls (Cost and Forecasting) team with EDF's direct partner company – the single source of truth for delivery performance on one of the UK's largest infrastructure projects.
What you'll be doing
- Support the roll-out of Cost and Forecasting processes and frameworks consistently across the HPC project
- Provide accurate, timely cost reporting in line with project governance
- Work as part of a matrix team aligned to one of the project's key programme areas (Central, Site, Engineering, MEH, Nuclear Island, Conventional Island, Instrumentation & Controls, or Commissioning)
- Contribute to integrated baseline delivery, EPC critical path execution, and milestone tracking toward Commercial Operation Date
- Collaborate closely with the wider Project Controls community, including Estimating, Planning, Risk, and Performance Measurement disciplines
- Build strong working relationships with Project Managers and central functions such as Supply Chain, Finance, and HR
What you'll bring
- Solid grounding in cost engineering or cost control on major capital projects
- Comfortable working with reporting frameworks and governance processes in a structured, regulated environment
- Strong analytical skills, with the confidence to interpret and communicate cost and performance data clearly
- A collaborative mindset – this is a matrix organisation, so you'll be working across multiple teams and disciplines
- An understanding of, or interest in, working within a highly regulated, safety-critical environment
Location
Based at Hinkley Point C, Somerset – one of the most significant construction projects in Europe, with strong transport links from Bristol, Bath, Taunton, and the wider South West.
This is your chance to help deliver a project that will power millions of UK homes for decades to come, at the heart of the UK's nuclear renaissance.
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Cost Engineer in Bristol employer: Thomas Thor
At Thomas Thor, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work culture that prioritises safety and quality in the high-stakes environment of nuclear project delivery. Located in Bridgwater, our team benefits from unparalleled opportunities for professional growth and development, alongside competitive remuneration and a commitment to work-life balance. Join us to be part of a collaborative team that is at the forefront of the energy sector, making a meaningful impact on the future of sustainable power.
