Senior Cost Engineer - Bristol

Cmr.london; Bridgwater; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

CMR is seeking an experienced Senior Cost Engineer to join our award-winning team on a major UK infrastructure programme in the Nuclear sector. You will lead cost control, forecasting, and reporting across a complex delivery environment, ensuring data integrity and timely decision-making.

The role offers significant visibility and collaboration with senior stakeholders in a hybrid Bristol/Bridgwater setting, with opportunities to shape project controls across CBS, WBS, EcoSys, SAP and Power BI.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in a Cost and Forecasting role within a regulated industry.
• Experience leading cost engineers and trainee cost engineers.
• Proficient with EcoSys, SAP, Power BI and MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Lead cost and forecasting management across the programme.
• Maintain CBS/WBS aligned cost data and reporting.
• Provide governance and assurance for cost information.
• Train and mentor Cost Engineers and stakeholders.

Skills

Cost control

Forecasting

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in a relevant field

Tools

EcoSys

SAP

Power BI

Teamcenter

Job description

Position: Senior Cost Engineer

Location: Bristol/ Bridgwater - 3 Days Office /2 days hybrid

Type: Full-time

Start Date: Immediate

Salary: Competitive

We are currently seeking an experienced Senior Cost Engineer to join our dynamic award winning team . This role will support a major UK infrastructure programme within the Nuclear sector, providing cost control, forecasting, reporting and project controls support across a complex, fast-moving delivery environment.

About us: CMR is an award winning project controls consultancy that is first and foremost a team of people, passionate about the construction industry and changing the way project controls is provided. Our approach and culture have been recognised globally, with CMR named Global Project Controls Small Business of the Year 2025 (Project Controls Expo UK Awards) and one of the UK's Best Workplaces in 2026 (Great Place to Work)

Our Purpose (Why we exist): Inspiring new ways to help shape our construction industry.

Our Ambition (What we want to achieve): Re-imagine project controls through a digital lens, being the obvious choice for clients and the place to grow together with intention.

What's in it for you?

• At CMR you will have the opportunity to professionally develop like nowhere you have worked before.
• If you demonstrate the capability, our merit-based system will enable you to develop fast.
• We use our in-house capability matrix to transparently track your progression and highlight development areas.
• Join our small, dynamic team where every member has the chance to make a significant impact, shaping the future direction of our company and making a real difference.
• We believe in rewarding our team for their achievements, celebrating our successes but equally helping each other when things are tough.

You’ll Cost & Forecasting Management

Produce and maintain accurate cost and forecasting information aligned to the Cost Breakdown Structure (CBS) or Work Breakdown Structure (WBS). Act as the lead point of contact for Cost and Forecasting management within the nominated Programme/Area. Maintain the Cost and Forecasting portfolio to ensure it accurately reflects the current project position. Analyse cost and forecasting data to identify trends, issues, uncertainties and opportunities. Review and challenge significant issues that may impact programme objectives. Support scenario planning, issue and opportunity reviews and Cost and Forecasting-focused workshops. Ensure Cost and Forecasting information supports effective prioritisation and decision-making.

Reporting, Assurance & Governance

Ensure Cost and Forecasting data is accurately maintained within relevant systems, including EcoSys and SAP. Provide assurance that Cost and Forecasting reports are delivered accurately and within defined reporting cycles. Provide commentary on key time-related drivers and performance issues. Produce and present accurate, insightful project controls information for Programme Reviews, Board Meetings and Portfolio Risk Reviews. Ensure the integrity and consistency of Cost and Forecasting information through appropriate assurance checks. Manage and verify information within Power BI dashboards and identify opportunities for improvement.

Project Controls Integration

Work collaboratively with wider Integrated Project Controls disciplines to ensure Cost and Forecasting is effectively integrated with schedule, risk, change and other project data. Work with project controls managers and risk leads to understand the relationship between cost, forecasting, risks and opportunities.

Leadership & Stakeholder Management

Provide day-to-day direction and guidance to Cost Engineers and Trainee Cost Engineers. Lead Cost and Forecasting management and software-specific training for Programme/Area teams, the PM community and apprentices. Facilitate Cost and Forecasting discussions with stakeholders at all levels, including senior and executive leadership.

Essential Experience

Essential Experience working within a Project Management environment. At least 10 years' senior-level experience within a Cost and Forecasting team. Experience working in a complex, highly regulated industry, ideally nuclear or energy. Proven experience of active integration management and senior-level influencing across multiple stakeholders. Expert knowledge of Cost and Forecasting, including the tools and techniques used to provide project insight and assess performance. Understanding of the integration between Cost and Forecasting and wider Project Controls disciplines, including Planning, Risk and Change. Expertise in, or equivalent experience with, relevant software including Microsoft Office, Teamcenter, EcoSys, Power BI and SAP.

Desirable Experience

Desirable Experience working on a major construction project. Experience working withi