Senior Cost Controller - Nuclear Portfolio Lead

Astute People; West of England; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave escalating to 30

8% employer pension contribution

Job summary

Astute People is recruiting a Senior Cost Controller for the Avonmouth site in the nuclear sector. The role leads cost control across projects and reports on Cost of Non-Quality (CoNQ) and cost performance to portfolio managers.

Ideal candidates have 4+ years of cost control experience in nuclear/construction/manufacturing, strong Excel skills, and SAP experience. The package includes a salary up to £60,000 and a comprehensive benefits scheme.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of cost control experience in nuclear, construction, or manufacturing.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel.
• Previous senior cost control experience is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Cost Control function within Project Controls, establishing standards, procedures, and templates.
• Develop and maintain cost control tools and processes; ensure staff follow best practices.
• Train and mentor staff in cost control methods.
• Manage SAP project structures and ensure compliance.
• Produce cost reports across portfolio and centralised reporting.
• Analyze cost data to provide assurance and insights.
• Support tender cost estimation and centralised productivity norms.
• Oversee invoicing, variations, cost vs. budget analysis, earned value management (EVM), and cash flow reporting.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Mentoring

Tools

SAP

Job description

Astute People is recruiting a Senior Cost Controller for the Avonmouth site in the nuclear sector. The role leads cost control across projects and reports on Cost of Non-Quality (CoNQ) and cost performance to portfolio managers.

Ideal candidates have 4+ years of cost control experience in nuclear/construction/manufacturing, strong Excel skills, and SAP experience. The package includes a salary up to £60,000 and a comprehensive benefits scheme.