Cost Engineer / Cost controller

CAPEFRONT Energies; Paris; On-site; EUR 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Exposure to high-value projects

Collaborative work environment

Job summary

A leading energy services firm in Paris is seeking an experienced Cost Engineer to support large-scale engineering and energy projects. The role will interface between project teams, finance, and management, ensuring accurate cost control and financial reporting throughout the project lifecycle. The ideal candidate will have proven experience in cost controls, strong analytical skills, and proficiency in MS Excel. This full-time position offers exposure to complex projects in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a Cost Engineer / Project Controls role in an industrial or engineering environment.
• Strong understanding of project cost control across the full project lifecycle.
• High level of numeracy and strong analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Monitor, control and forecast project costs throughout the project lifecycle.
• Prepare and deliver weekly and monthly cost reports.
• Collect, analyse and validate cost data accurately.
• Support project managers with financial data and analysis.

Skills

Cost control

Analytical skills

Communication skills

MS Excel

Organisational skills

Education

HNC/HND in a cost-related discipline

Degree-level education

Tools

MS Office tools

Job description

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Location: Paris

Position Overview

We are looking for an experienced Cost Engineer to support large‑scale engineering and energy projects. The role sits at the interface between project teams, finance and management, ensuring accurate cost control, forecasting and financial reporting throughout the full project lifecycle.

This position offers long‑term visibility within complex, technically demanding projects in an international environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor, control and forecast project costs throughout the project lifecycle
• Prepare and deliver weekly and monthly cost reports (actuals, forecasts, cash flow, EAC, ETC, variance analysis)
• Collect, analyse and validate cost data (purchase orders, invoices, timesheets, contracts, day rates, DPRs)
• Maintain and update the Cost Management System in line with project estimates
• Support project managers and department heads with accurate financial data and analysis
• Participate in monthly cost review meetings and present cost status to senior stakeholders
• Manage cash flow forecasting in coordination with finance and treasury teams
• Identify cost risks, opportunities and deviations, and propose corrective actions
• Support tender activities, including cost feedback and financial inputs
• Contribute to continuous improvement of cost control processes and reporting tools

Profile Requirements

• Proven experience in a Cost Engineer / Project Controls role within an industrial or engineering environment
• Strong understanding of project cost control across the full project lifecycle
• High level of numeracy and strong analytical skills
• Ability to reconcile complex cost data and challenge costs versus budget
• Strong working knowledge of MS Excel and MS Office tools
• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail
• Good communication skills and ability to interact with multiple stakeholders

Education & Background

• HNC/HND minimum in a cost‑related discipline or equivalent professional experience
• Degree‑level education is a plus

What’s Offered

• Paris‑based role
• Exposure to complex, high‑value engineering and energy projects
• Collaborative and professional project environment

Seniority level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Accounting/Auditing

Industries

Services for Renewable Energy

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