Cost Engineer

Cost Engineer

Location: Bridgwater, Bristol, UK Type: Permanent Vacancy Reference: 26-00135

Build your career on one of the UK’s most significant low‑carbon infrastructure projects. Join a project that is helping shape the future of clean energy while offering the opportunity to develop your expertise within a complex, large‑scale programme environment. This is an exciting opportunity for a Cost Engineer to contribute to a nationally important project, working alongside experienced professionals and supporting key commercial and project controls activities that drive informed decision‑making.

As part of a collaborative and high‑performing team, you will play a vital role in delivering accurate cost forecasting, reporting, and analysis across a major engineering programme.

• Produce and maintain accurate cost and forecast data aligned to CBS/WBS structures.
• Maintain cost and forecast information within project systems such as Eco Sys and SAP.
• Prepare and coordinate regular cost and forecasting reports.
• Analyse project performance and provide commentary on key cost drivers.
• Support trend and change management processes across the project.
• Generate performance indicators and identify risks and opportunities.
• Deliver clear cost insights to support business decision‑making.
• Provide analytical support to Senior Cost Engineers.
• Interpret technical, financial and performance data to support project priorities.
• Collaborate effectively with stakeholders across multiple teams and disciplines.

• HND or equivalent qualification in Project Management, Project Controls, Engineering or a related discipline.
• Experience working within a project management environment.
• Previous experience within a project controls discipline.
• Understanding of project controls methodologies and techniques.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and data accuracy.
• Experience producing cost and forecasting reports.
• Ability to interpret financial and technical information.
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Proficiency in cost management systems such as Eco Sys, SAP or similar.

The Nuclear Energy sector offers a unique opportunity to work on projects that have a lasting impact on society, energy security and sustainability. As investment in clean energy continues to grow, professionals in this sector benefit from long‑term career prospects, exposure to complex engineering programmes, and opportunities to develop highly sought‑after skills in a future‑focused industry.

• Competitive salary and market‑leading package.
• Hybrid working arrangements.
• Long‑term career stability within a growing sector.
• Exposure to nationally significant infrastructure projects.
• Opportunities for professional development and progression.
• Work alongside industry‑leading experts.
• Collaborative and supportive team environment.
• Contribute to the UK’s net‑zero ambitions.
• Gain experience with complex, multi‑billion‑pound programmes.
• Be part of a project delivering lasting economic and environmental benefits.

Our Client is a globally recognised engineering and technology organisation delivering innovative solutions to some of the world’s most complex challenges. With a strong focus on safety, sustainability and technical excellence, they provide employees with the opportunity to work on high‑profile programmes that make a meaningful difference. Their culture promotes collaboration, continuous improvement and professional growth, creating an environment where talented individuals can thrive.