Cost Management Lead

Help Shape the UK’s Energy Future

Cost Management Lead Opportunity with the Civil Works Alliance (CWA), Supporting Sizewell C

As part of the CWA (Civil Works Alliance), you will support the building of 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.

We are recruiting for a Project Controls Cost Management Lead to join the Civil Works Alliance (CWA), supporting the delivery of Sizewell C – a landmark 3.2‑gigawatt power station that will supply low‑carbon electricity to around 6 million UK homes. This is a career‑defining opportunity to shape the future of clean energy, working on one of the UK’s most high‑profile and complex infrastructure projects.

As Project Controls Cost Management Lead, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the successful delivery of the Civils Programme for Sizewell

C. Reporting directly to the Head of Project Controls, you will be responsible for implementing and driving our cost management strategy across the alliance, supporting the Programme Management Office (PMO) and influencing project outcomes at every stage.

• Leading cost estimating, cost baseline, cost control, forecasting, change and risk cost impact management, and cost reporting activities
• Establishing and maintaining rigorous cost baselines aligned with project schedules, risk registers, and work breakdown structures
• Quantifying and managing the cost impact of scope changes, design modifications, and emerging risks
• Integrating cost risk analysis with the wider project risk framework
• Monitoring contractor and subcontractor cost performance, validating claims and identifying variances
• Developing dynamic cost forecasts, scenario modelling, and benchmarking against industry standards
• Producing transparent, timely, and accurate cost reports for regulators, stakeholders, and funding bodies
• Implementing robust cost control systems and supporting monthly reviews and project control boards
• Ensuring compliance with nuclear industry reporting standards and financial governance protocols
• Championing the use of digital tools and automation in cost management, including Oracle Primavera Unifier and BIM integration
• Leading and empowering teams to deliver on HSE and Nuclear Safety agendas, and promoting a culture of continuous improvement, innovation, and digital engineering
• Building and maintaining effective relationships with a diverse range of stakeholders, acting as a trusted advisor to the client and the wider project team
• Inspiring and developing team members, ensuring high levels of motivation, engagement, and alignment across the alliance

This is a unique opportunity to be part of a diverse and inclusive leadership team, delivering a project that will have a lasting positive impact on the UK’s energy future.

At least 10 years’ experience in cost management on major infrastructure or energy projects, including a minimum of 3 years within nuclear or highly regulated environments

Proficiency in cost control tools such as Ares Prism, Eco Sys, SAP, and Primavera

Strong analytical, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills

A collaborative, results‑driven approach with a passion for operational excellence and continuous improvement

Experience of leading and motivating teams within complex, multi‑stakeholder project environments

The CWA is a single delivery organisation made 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.

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.
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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