Junior Cost Engineer: Hybrid (London/Reading), Growth Path

Morson Edge; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm seeks a motivated Junior Quantity Surveyor or Junior Cost Engineer to join the commercial team supporting Thames Water projects. This hybrid role involves assisting with cost reporting, contract administration, and financial tracking across multiple projects. Ideal for candidates with up to 3 years of relevant experience. The position offers a 6-month contract with the potential for extension and opportunities for professional development within a major long-term water program.

Benefits

Structured development opportunities

Exposure to major UK water infrastructure projects

Qualifications

• Up to 3 years' experience in a QS, cost, commercial, or project controls role.
• Experience in utilities, construction, civils, water, infrastructure, or highways.
• Understanding of cost management principles (budgets, forecasts, accruals).

Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation of monthly cost reports, forecasts, and valuations.
• Support NEC contract administration, documentation, and compliance.
• Track and manage change control and variations.
• Maintain cost databases, budgets, accruals, and tracking tools.
• Support procurement activities including RFQs and bid analysis.

Skills

Analytical skills

Numerical skills

Reporting skills

Communication skills

Excel proficiency

Stakeholder coordination

Education

Degree/HNC/HND in Quantity Surveying or Engineering

Job description

A leading engineering firm seeks a motivated Junior Quantity Surveyor or Junior Cost Engineer to join the commercial team supporting Thames Water projects. This hybrid role involves assisting with cost reporting, contract administration, and financial tracking across multiple projects. Ideal for candidates with up to 3 years of relevant experience. The position offers a 6-month contract with the potential for extension and opportunities for professional development within a major long-term water program.