Cost Manager

Cooper Moss Rutland; England; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading firm in cost management is seeking a Cost Manager to oversee cost control within a significant low-carbon energy development project. This hybrid role will involve maintaining accurate forecasts and collaborating across teams to ensure effective project delivery. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in cost management within infrastructure, with experience in tools like EcoSys. A degree in relevant fields and leadership capabilities are essential for success in this role.

Benefits

25 days holiday

Comprehensive Private Healthcare

Life Assurance (x4 Salary)

Pension: employers' contribution of 4%

Company and personal performance-based bonus

Training and professional development

Regular social events

Perkbox – employee experience platform

Qualifications

• Demonstrated leadership capability in cost or commercial functions.
• Deep understanding of cost management methodologies and earned value analysis.
• Experience with cost management tools such as EcoSys.

Responsibilities

• Support the Cost Lead in driving integrated cost control practices.
• Maintain accurate cost forecasts and actuals within the financial control system.
• Conduct cost performance analysis and identify areas of risk or opportunity.

Skills

Leadership capability

Cost management methodologies

Analytical and numerical ability

Interpersonal skills

Education

Degree in Engineering, Quantity Surveying, Construction, Accounting

Chartered or equivalent professional status

Tools

EcoSys

Primavera P6

Risk tools (ARM)

Job description

🌟 Position: 237CMR: Cost Manager

📍 Location: Hybrid / Suffolk (1-2 days)

💼 Type: Full-time

📅 Start Date: Immediate

💰 Salary: Dependant On Experience

Our client is delivering a nationally significant low‑carbon energy development that will mirror the design of an existing UK nuclear facility and play a major role in strengthening long‑term energy security. The project is now progressing through detailed design, early works and commercial planning, bringing together complex engineering, stringent regulatory requirements, extensive stakeholder engagement and a multi‑billion‑pound supply chain.

Cooper Moss Rutland are looking for a cost manager, who would help provide robust cost management, ensuring effective control, forecasting and value assurance across this large, multi‑disciplinary infrastructure programme.

Key Responsibilities

Team Leadership & Collaboration

• Support the Cost Lead in driving integrated cost control practices across the Civil Works Programme.
• Coach and guide team members within the Cost Discipline.
• Collaborate with other Project Controls disciplines and support functions to ensure aligned project delivery.

Cost Management & Reporting

• Maintain accurate cost forecasts and actuals within the financial control system (EcoSys).
• Oversee monthly cost reporting cycles including Actual Cost of Work Performed (ACWP), Earned Value Analysis, and Estimates at Completion (EAC).
• Ensure all changes are reflected accurately within budgets and forecasts.
• Review and integrate estimates from Tier 1 contractors and suppliers.

Analysis & Insight

• Conduct cost performance analysis and identify areas of risk or opportunity.
• Ensure earned value techniques are correctly implemented across the programme.
• Support the development and optimisation of cost reporting systems.

Essential

What We’re Looking For

• Demonstrated leadership capability in cost or commercial functions.
• Deep understanding of cost management methodologies and earned value analysis.
• Strong grasp of engineering, procurement, and construction processes.
• High-level analytical and numerical ability with attention to detail.
• Experience with cost management tools such as EcoSys.
• Familiarity with NEC or FIDIC contract frameworks.
• Commercially astute with excellent interpersonal skills.

Desirable

• Familiarity with scheduling (Primavera P6) and risk tools (ARM).
• Experience working on complex major infrastructure projects.
• Ability to communicate and present financial insights to senior stakeholders.
• Previous experience in the nuclear or regulated infrastructure sector.

Qualifications & Experience

• Degree in Engineering, Quantity Surveying, Construction, Accounting or related discipline (or equivalent project experience).
• Chartered or equivalent professional status preferred.
• Proven track record in cost management within a major project environment.

🔹 At CMR we have a strong culture driven by our 9 Core Principles. We look to build a community of people that share our values and ambitions. We’re proud that 96% of our team say CMR is a “Great Place to Work” a reflection of our supportive culture, focus on people, and drive to do things differently.

👉 Learn more here: https://cmr.london/who-we-are/

Requirements and Location

• Full right to work in the UK
• Hybrid / Ipswich (1-2 days)

Salary & Benefits

• 25 days holiday (plus Bank Holidays)
• Comprehensive Private Healthcare (Inc Dentist and Optician)
• Life Assurance (x4 Salary)
• Pension: employers' contribution of 4%
• Company and personal performance-based bonus
• Salary Sacrifice Scheme
• Long Service Leave
• Training and professional development
• Regular social events
• Perkbox – employee experience platform

Next Steps

To apply to our vacancy please submit a copy of your CV for consideration. As we receive many applications to our roles, please include a short summary explaining why you want to join us and what you think you can bring to the team.

We look forward to hearing from you!

CMR welcomes and encourages diversity in our workforce. CMR is Disability Confident Committed and an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin or disability or any other protected characteristics. We aim to create a culture where everyone can be themselves and is valued for their strengths and unique perspectives.