Cost Engineer; FTC

Position: Cost Engineer (12 month FTC)
Location: Aberdeen City

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January 12, 2026 (6 days left to apply) job requisition :
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** COMPANY OVERVIEW
** EnQuest is an independent oil and gas development and production company, focused on turning opportunities into value by targeting maturing assets and undeveloped oil fields. We are one of the largest UK independent oil producers in the UK North Sea, and have also established a presence in oil basins outside the UK North Sea, as part of our long term growth strategy.

Fundamental to EnQuest’s success to date is our greatest asset – our people. Their talent, expertise, knowledge, experience, and commitment have delivered remarkable results and we continue to look for the same attributes in prospective new employees as we pursue plans for further development in the UKCS and internationally.

At EnQuest, we support a diverse and inclusive workplace and continually develop our culture. We are respectful and open with others, valuing the diversity of all our people and listening to the views they bring. Our focus on diversity and inclusion makes our performance stronger and makes us a better business.

The successful candidate for this post will become part of a progressive, innovative and ambitious business that holds a distinct set of values, based on respect for the individual. As well as having the opportunity to pursue their goals and achieve their ambitions, they will also be encouraged to contribute fresh ideas and take on new challenges that test their abilities and elevate their performance to new levels.
** POSITION OVERVIEW
** This role provides Cost Engineering services to Projects for the Sullom Voe Terminal, and is based in Aberdeen. This is a 12 month FTC and would consider either PAYE or Ltd Company contractor.
** PRINCIPAL

ACCOUNTABILITIES
*** Co-ordination of all cost management, cost reporting and cost analysis for OPEX, CAPEX and ABEX Projects.
* Support budget and AFE process where needed
* Track, monitor and accurately report project commitments, value of work done (VOWD) and forecast costs
* Provide accurate monthly reporting and input into overall project and wider business reporting cycles.
* Ensuring commitments and invoices are correctly coded, adequate funding is always in place and forecast costs are properly calculated and managed.
* Liaise with project personnel (including Site personnel) on cost related matters such as progress, milestones, and variations on a contract by contract basis.
* The preparation of monthly Cost Reports, which includes the following;

-  + Ensure Value of Work is re-evaluated based on most current data.  + Interrogate data received from other team members.  + Re-forecast estimate to complete/forecast Final Costs and identify any areas of concern (budget overruns, work/delivery slippages etc.) which could impinge upon other cost areas.
* Maintain Suspense Account on a timely basis to ensure all shared costs are distributed appropriately to individual projects.
** PERSON SPECIFICATION
****** Interpersonal
* **** Ability to work with individuals from a varied background in a multi-cultural environment.
* Presents themselves in a professional and ethical manner appropriate to the EnQuest values.
* Maintains a safe working environment, complying with and promoting the Company’s HSE&A policy
* Works collaboratively within a team environment and takes initiative to get things done
* Ability to communicate in a respectful manner, both verbally and written.
** Skills & attributes
*** Strong analytical capability to visualise and capture root cause
* Drives effective information sharing. Helps others build their networks and use a range of contacts inside and outside En Quest
* Able to make effective decisions quickly. Identifies problems and stakeholders and drives resolution in a timely fashion
* Identifies bottlenecks and works with the business to remove them. Demonstrates leadership in business improvements. Initiates Change, assessing risks and rewards
* Strives for continuous improvement;…