Cost Controller

James Fisher and Sons plc; Oldmeldrum; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A global engineering services company is seeking a Cost Controller to join their Energy Services & Renewables team. The ideal candidate will manage project-specific costs, produce forecasts, and liaise with project teams. Experience in the oil & gas or renewables industry, along with advanced Excel skills, are preferred. This role offers hybrid work options from Oldmeldrum or Bamber Bridge.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in cost control, forecasting, and financial reporting.
• Experience in the offshore, oil & gas, or renewables industry preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Monitor, control, and report project costs using finance systems.
• Prepare and maintain project-specific cost tracker and forecasting models.
• Collaborate with the Project Manager to define control budgets.

Skills

Cost control

Data analysis

Collaboration

Financial reporting

Advanced Excel skills

Tools

ERP systems

IFS

SAP

Job description

About The Role

Cost Controller

Permanent, Full-time

Oldmeldrum or Bamber Bridge with hybrid working

About Us

James Fisher is a global engineering services company. From our origins as a ship owner and operator, we’ve evolved to provide the expertise and innovative technology our customers need in the harshest of environments across Energy, Defence and Maritime Transport. We have a strong heritage built on the foundations of our people and innovation. Our strategy is centred around the One James Fisher ambition. We are building a stronger, more cohesive engineering service company operating in the Blue Economy.

• The Energy Division provides safe, sustainable products and services for two core markets, oil and gas and renewables.
• The Defence Division provides underwater systems and life support capabilities for the defence and commercial diving markets.
• Maritime Transport is a leading provider of global maritime shipping and ship-to-ship (STS) transfer services.
  
  

As one, we are building a brighter, bolder, and more innovative future.

The Role

We are seeking a Cost Controller to join our Energy Services & Renewables team. This is a divisional role with a strong focus on renewables, while also supporting other areas of the Energy Division. You will be responsible for managing project-specific costs, producing accurate forecasts, and acting as a key link between Finance and Project teams.

This is an exciting opportunity for someone with a strong background in cost control and data analysis, who thrives in a collaborative environment, and is eager to contribute to high-impact projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor, control, and report project costs using finance systems and internal rate registers.
• Prepare and maintain project-specific cost tracker and forecasting models.
• Collaborate with the Project Manager to define and revise control budgets, highlighting and justifying any variances.
• Produce periodic Project Status Reports covering costs, contingency, risks, and opportunities.
• Flag commercial concerns to the Project Manager as they arise.
• Coordinate with stakeholders to forecast and report costs against budget and contract requirements.
• Align with the Project Manager and Planner on scheduling, progress, and value of work done.
• Update budgets and revenue forecasts in line with approved Variation Orders.
• Review cost and revenue impacts of pending and approved Variation Orders.
• Support tracking of project risks, opportunities, and non-quality cost events.
• Liaise with Supply Chain on requisitioning, hire control, and goods receipting.
• Assist with project closure, including PO reconciliation and final margin reporting.
  
  

Knowledge, Qualifications And Experience

• Proven experience in cost control, forecasting, and financial reporting.
• Proficiency in ERP systems (IFS preferred, but SAP or similar is also valuable.
• Experience in the offshore, oil & gas, or renewables industry is preferred.
• Background with service providers is advantageous due to the customer-facing nature of the role.
• Advanced Excel skills, including data analysis and reporting.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work independently.
• Inquisitive mindset with a proactive approach to problem-solving.
  
  

If the above captured your interest, click ‘apply’ now!

You can find out more about James Fisher & Sons group companies and valued behaviours by watching a short film here: We are One James Fisher

Due to the volume of applications, we receive for our vacancies, on occasion applications may close before the deadline, so please apply early to avoid disappointment.

James Fisher and Sons are committed to taking positive action on diversity and strongly encourage applications for candidates from all backgrounds. We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer and recognise that our success depends on our talented and diverse workforce. For more information Click here

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