Senior Cost Engineer

Qabird; Zuid-Holland; On-site; EUR 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in the Netherlands is looking for a Senior Cost Engineer to manage and control project costs for large-scale energy projects. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree and 5-10 years of relevant experience, along with strong analytical skills and proficiency in cost control tools. You will monitor the budget, analyze variances, and collaborate with different teams to ensure project success.

Qualifications

• 5-10 years of experience in cost engineering or project controls.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management.

Responsibilities

• Develop and validate cost estimates and budgets.
• Monitor project costs and control variance.
• Collaborate with various teams to support decisions.

Skills

Cost estimation

Budgeting

Forecasting

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Finance

Tools

Excel

Cost control tools

Job description

Senior Cost Engineer

Can you ensure large-scale energy projects are delivered within budget without compromising performance? Do you have experience turning cost data into clear, actionable insights for project teams?

We are looking for a Senior Cost Engineer to develop, monitor, and control project costs, ensuring accurate budgeting, forecasting, and financial performance across complex engineering projects.

Tasks & responsibilities:

• Develop and validate cost estimates, budgets, and financial forecasts in line with project scope and execution plans.
• Monitor and control project costs throughout the lifecycle, ensuring alignment with approved budgets.
• Analyse cost variances, identify trends, and implement corrective actions to mitigate financial risks.
• Consolidate and maintain accurate cost reports, KPIs, and performance metrics.
• Collaborate with project managers, engineering, procurement, and finance teams to support decision-making.
• Challenge project assumptions and provide insights to ensure cost-effective project execution.
• Support change management processes, including cost impact assessments.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of cost control processes and tools.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Finance, or a related field.
• 5─10 years of experience in cost engineering, cost control, or project controls within engineering, construction, or oil & gas projects.
• Strong experience with cost estimation, budgeting, and forecasting.
• Knowledge of project controls methodologies and cost management practices.
• Experience working in multidisciplinary project environments (EPC/Offshore preferred).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.
• Proficiency in cost control tools, Excel, and reporting systems.
• Professional certifications (e.g., AACE, PMP, CCE) are a plus!

Region

NL South-Holland

Publication date

26.03.2026