Cost Engineer

Nufarm Limited; Bradford; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A global crop protection company is seeking a Cost Engineer to lead cost management for a $95M AUD annual capital project portfolio. In this role, you will implement cost control processes, oversee budgeting, and support investment cases in a dynamic and innovative work environment. Ideal candidates will have extensive experience in cost engineering, advanced financial skills, and proficiency in cost management systems. Join us and shape the future of agriculture!

Qualifications

• Strong track record of delivering cost control for major capital projects.
• Proven ability to lead cost processes from feasibility through execution.
• Advanced financial and analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement standardised cost control processes.
• Oversee cost reporting, forecasting, and budget tracking.
• Review and validate project estimates and budgets.

Skills

Cost control

Analytical skills

Influencing skills

Tools

Oracle

Excel

Prism

Cleopatra

Job description

Overview

Requisition ID10054 - Posted - United Kingdom - Bradford - Finance

Are you a seasoned cost management professional with a track record of leading large, complex capital project portfolios? Do you excel at driving financial discipline, embedding best practice processes, and enabling data-driven investment decisions? If so, Nufarm has an exciting senior opportunity where your expertise will directly shape the success of our global projects.

Nufarm. Evolving Ag.

Nufarm is a global crop protection and seeds technologies company that helps farmers and businesses meet the global challenges of food, feed, fibre and food production.

Whether it’s commercialising the world’s first plant-based omega-3, launching precision agricultural solutions, unlocking biomass oils for more sustainable fuels and fast-moving consumer goods, launching innovative new crop protection solutions or delivering the crop and seed solutions farmers depend on every day, Nufarm is evolving with agriculture to drive value for customers.

Your Future, Fueled by Innovation

As the Cost Engineer, you’ll be responsible for embedding world-class cost control and forecasting across our c. $95M AUD annual capital project portfolio. Based at our Wyke site in the UK, you’ll play a central role in ensuring robust financial governance, accurate cost reporting, and data-driven investment decision-making. Working closely with our GSO PMO, site leadership, and project teams globally, you’ll bring consistency, capability, and strategic insight to every stage of project delivery.

How You’ll Help Us Grow

• Develop and implement standardised cost control processes across GSO sites.
• Oversee cost reporting, forecasting, and budget tracking for all capital projects.
• Review and validate project estimates, cost plans, and budgets to ensure accuracy.
• Embed earned value management principles and reporting frameworks across projects.
• Analyse cost trends and variances, proactively managing risks and preventing overruns.
• Lead monthly cost review meetings with GSO and site leadership.
• Support investment cases with robust cost-benefit and cash flow analysis.
• Establish cost benchmarks, KPIs, and best practice frameworks.
• Mentor and develop site-based cost engineers to build internal capability.

Could This Be You?

We’re looking for a highly experienced cost management professional with:

• A strong track record of delivering cost control and cost engineering for major capital projects, ideally in manufacturing or industrial environments.
• Proven ability to lead cost processes from feasibility through execution.
• Advanced financial and analytical skills, including modelling, forecasting, and variance analysis.
• Deep knowledge of earned value management principles and application.
• Proficiency in cost management systems such as Oracle, Prism, Cleopatra, and advanced Excel skills.
• Expertise in estimating methodologies, budget development, and funding models.
• Strong influencing skills, able to work across global teams and build credibility at all levels.

Why Join Nufarm?

This is your chance to lead cost management for a high-impact, global capital portfolio in a company committed to innovation and operational excellence. You’ll work in a collaborative, values-driven culture where your expertise will directly shape project success and business outcomes.

Nufarm is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all Nufarm employees.

Apply today and be part of our journey to shape the future of agriculture!