Senior Cost Engineer & Forecasting Lead (Nuclear Infra)

Spencer Ogden; Bridgwater; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy infrastructure firm is looking for a Senior Cost Engineer to oversee cost and forecasting within a major nuclear project. This role includes managing contract values of up to £500m, ensuring alignment of cost, schedule, risk, and changes. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in cost engineering, integrated project controls, and experience working with senior stakeholders. The position offers a competitive day rate and is pivotal for project success.

Qualifications

• Strong background in cost engineering within major projects.
• Integrated project controls knowledge including schedule, risk, and change.
• Advanced analytical and communication skills.
• Experience working with senior stakeholders in complex environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead cost and forecasting activities across your designated programme area.
• Maintain accurate forecasts and cost data aligned with CBS/WBS.
• Produce high-quality reporting and performance insights.
• Support risk/opportunity reviews and scenario planning.
• Mentor junior cost engineers and drive best practices.

Skills

Cost engineering

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Project controls knowledge

Stakeholder management

Tools

EcoSys

SAP

Power BI

MS Office

Job description

A leading energy infrastructure firm is looking for a Senior Cost Engineer to oversee cost and forecasting within a major nuclear project. This role includes managing contract values of up to £500m, ensuring alignment of cost, schedule, risk, and changes. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in cost engineering, integrated project controls, and experience working with senior stakeholders. The position offers a competitive day rate and is pivotal for project success.