Senior Cost Controller – Defence Projects (Hybrid UK)

Electus Recruitment Solutions; West of England; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Electus Recruitment Solutions is seeking a Senior Cost Controller (Defence) to lead cost control activities on major UK defence programmes. The role focuses on budgets, commitments, expenditures and forecasts within a hybrid, UK-wide office network.

You will develop cost breakdown structures aligned with work packages, integrate estimates with WBS, and produce regular cost reports while guiding project teams and coaching colleagues in cost control best practice.

Qualifications

• Demonstrable experience in cost control within major infrastructure or defence projects.
• Strong understanding of EVM and forecasting techniques.
• Familiarity with NEC contracts desirable and willingness to travel to client sites.

Responsibilities

• Tailor cost control approaches to client requirements and best practice.
• Develop and maintain relationships with project managers, finance, and commercial teams.
• Produce accruals and cost reports, including EVM analysis.
• Provide cost advice and support reporting for performance management.

Skills

Cost control

Earned Value Management

Forecasting

NEC contracts

Project coordination

Job description

Electus Recruitment Solutions is seeking a Senior Cost Controller (Defence) to lead cost control activities on major UK defence programmes. The role focuses on budgets, commitments, expenditures and forecasts within a hybrid, UK-wide office network.

You will develop cost breakdown structures aligned with work packages, integrate estimates with WBS, and produce regular cost reports while guiding project teams and coaching colleagues in cost control best practice.