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Senior Cost Controller / Senior Cost Engineer – Brighton / Hybrid £60,000 plus excellent benefits and development opportunities / 2 days per week either in the office or on site (3 days remote) The Senior Cost Controller is responsible for overseeing the cost control and forecast on key infrastructure projects. They will be responsible for robust cost management throughout the project lifecycle ensuring accurate cost forecasting, detailed analysis of actual cost and assessing and monitoring change. Accountabilities for the Senior Cost Controller / Senior Cost Engineer: Cost control: • Manage and control project budgets, commitments, actual costs and forecasts aligned to project Cost Breakdown Structure (CBS)., • Responsible for high degree of forecasting accuracy for in month, in year and overall project Estimate at Completion (EAC)., • Prepare and manage accruals to ensure timely and accurate reflection of the Value of Work Done (VOWD) / Actual Cost Work Performed (ACWP) aligned to the project schedule., • Update project forecasts to maintain an accurate and comprehensive Estimate to Complete (ETC), • Produce monthly cost reports, including cost performance analysis, variances, trends, forecasts and contingency drawdown., • Manage and report on cost performance through Earned Value Management (EVM) and Cost Performance Index (CPI). External partners: • Conduct reviews of contractor cost reports and application for payments., • Work collaboratively with external partners to ensure integrated cost forecasts are developed and maintained., • Ensure monthly cost updates are received from external partners and integrated into main cost forecast., • Review and understand monthly variances in external partner cost performance updates. Change Management: • Manage the full lifecycle of change events, including logging, quantifying, evaluating and implementing variations., • Monitor and review external cost impact assessments for early warnings, compensation events and scope changes in accordance with NEC contract conditions. Stakeholder Management: • Work collaboratively with other project controls functions, planning, risk, change ensuring alignment across all functions., • Contribute to and support the Quantitative Cost Risk Analysis (QCRA) process. Skills & Competencies for the Senior Cost Controller / Senior Cost Engineer: • Demonstrable extensive experience working in a cost management role within large-scale infrastructure projects., • Strong analytical and numerical capability., • Proactive, detail-oriented and able to operate effectively in a fast-paced project environment., • Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with the confidence to work closely with senior project leaders., • Good interpersonal skills and ability to form effective working relationships with multiple stakeholders. Knowledge required for the Senior Cost Controller / Senior Cost Engineer: Technical: • Expert user of Cost Management software such as Prism, Hexagon EcoSys along with strong excel skills., • Familiarity with NEC contracts and key clauses (clause 31, 32, early warnings, compensation events)., • Experience in dealing with regulatory bodies and reporting. Senior Cost Controller / Senior Cost Engineer – Brighton / Hybrid £60,000 plus excellent benefits and development opportunities / 2 days per week either in the office or on site (3 days remote)

Frontier Resourcing is supporting the delivery of a number of high-profile defence and infrastructure programmes and is seeking an experienced Senior Cost Controller / Senior Project Controls Engineer to join a growing programme delivery team based around Derby. This role will support the delivery of cost control and performance management activities across complex infrastructure programmes, working closely with project delivery teams and wider project controls specialists. Hybrid working arrangements of 3 days client site. Due to the nature of the role, you must hold SC Clearance or above and be a sole UK national. Key Responsibilities Cost Control and Budget Management * Implement and maintain cost control processes, systems and procedures to monitor project budgets, commitments, expenditure and forecasts * Tailor cost control approaches to meet programme requirements while aligning with industry best practice * Promote the value and importance of cost control across project and programme teams Cost Structure and Budget Alignment * Develop Cost Breakdown Structures (CBS) aligned with project Work Breakdown Structures (WBS) * Ensure budgets are accurately time-phased and aligned with project delivery plans * Map cost estimates to the appropriate work packages, planning packages and control accounts Cost Reporting and Performance Analysis * Produce regular cost and performance reports to support project governance and programme oversight * Analyse Earned Value Management (EVM) data including cost and schedule performance indicators * Support forecasting activities and provide insights into cost performance trends Financial Tracking and Accrual Management * Lead the production of cost accruals to ensure accurate and timely recording of project costs * Ensure that Actual Cost of Work Performed (ACWP) is reflected correctly in cost reporting systems Stakeholder Collaboration * Work closely with project managers, commercial teams, finance teams and programme leadership to ensure alignment of cost and project information * Provide cost data and analysis to support decision making and programme performance management Process Improvement and Capability Development * Support the development of cost reporting tools and tracking systems * Provide guidance, training and mentoring to junior team members and project stakeholders on cost control processes and best practice? Skills and Experience Essential * Demonstrable experience in Cost Control within project or programme environments * Strong understanding of cost forecasting and cost performance reporting techniques * Experience supporting cost control assurance activities within programme performance cycles * Detailed knowledge of Earned Value Management (EVM), progress reporting and performance analysis * Advanced capability using Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office tools * Ability to work collaboratively with multi-disciplinary project teams * Willingness to travel to project sites across the region as required Desirable * Experience using cost management or project controls software tools * Understanding of the wider Project Controls environment, including scheduling, risk management, reporting and change control * Familiarity with NEC contracts within infrastructure or construction programmes JBRP1_UKTJ

Skilled in cost estimation tools, financial management software, and analytical techniques with strong attention to detail. Our client seeks an SC Cleared Cost Engineer to d. Prepare and maintain detailed cost estimates across all project phases, collaborating closely with project teams and stakehol

About the Role As Senior Cost Controller, you will be responsible for the accuracy and integrity of cost forecasting across major infrastructure programmes. Key Responsibilities Cost Control Manage and control project budgets, commitments, actual costs and forecasts aligned. Senior Cost Controll

Frontier Resourcing is supporting the delivery of a number of high-profile defence and infrastructure programmes and is seeking an experienced Senior Cost Controller / Senior Project Controls Engineer to join a growing programme delivery team based around Derby. This role will support the delivery o

Ensure that Actual Cost of Work Performed (ACWP) is reflected correctly in cost reporting systems. Senior Cost Controller / Senior Project Controls Engineer. Support forecasting activities and provide insights into cost performance trends.

OverviewOur client is seeking a temporary assistant to support the Cost Controller in daily financial and administrative tasks in one of their construction sites. The assistant will help ensure accurate cost tracking and smooth coordination during the transition period before the Finance team arrive

The Cost Controller is a highly analytical and detail-oriented professional responsible for overseeing cost management at The Nest, our poultry processing plant. The Cost Controller designs, implements, and maintains robust cost-control systems that support objective decision-making, clear accountab

A growing real estate business is seeking a Cost Accountant to oversee property and portfolio-level costs. This role involves managing accruals, prepayments, and providing accurate cost governance across assets. The ideal candidate will be a qualified accountant with experience in cost management an

Astute's Power team are currently recruiting for a Cost Controller to join the EPC Contractor to oversee and manage the costs across 2 power plants in construction in Eye & Bedfordshire. The Cost Controller position comes with a salary from £45,000 to £50,000. Manage and monitor project costs and

A leading energy and metals company in Greater London seeks a Senior Cost Controller for its Operations & Control team.

Are you a detail‑driven finance professional looking to bring your expertise to international construction projects? We are seeking a highly proactive and autonomous Cost Controller to oversee financial monitoring and cost management across multiple construction projects in the UK, Channel Islands

A leading consultancy firm in the UK is looking for a Cost Controller to join their Defence South East team. You will be responsible for cost control and performance management across high-profile projects. Ideal candidates have a strong background in cost management within the Defence or complex se

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Cost Controller to oversee financial management across two power plants in Eye and Bedfordshire. The ideal candidate will manage project costs, ensure accurate reporting, and support budget forecasting.

Proven experience as a Cost Controller or Cost Engineer. Record, monitor and control all project costs across plant, equipment, materials and labour. You enjoy working with data, making costs transparent and supporting a project team with clear insights.

Assist in the creation of Cost Breakdown Structures (CBS) and align time-phased budgets with the Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) to enable accurate cost tracking and control. Strong understanding of cost management principles, including budgeting, forecasting, accruals, earned value management (EVM),

A leading UK defence consultancy is seeking a Senior Cost Controller to support complex infrastructure programmes. This role involves the implementation of cost control processes, development of cost reporting tools, and collaboration with project teams. The ideal candidate must have significant exp

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Senior Cost Controller to manage cost forecasting for major infrastructure projects. This role requires strong cost management experience and advanced Excel skills. You will be responsible for monitoring budgets, producing monthly cost reports, and collabora

Improve project process by developing and implementing cost structure, then manage job-specific code of accounts for WBS approvals.

Astute's Power team are currently recruiting for a Cost Controller to join the EPC Contractor to oversee and manage the costs across 2 power plants in construction in Eye & Bedfordshire. The Cost Controller position comes with a salary from £45,000 to £50,000. Maintain accurate cost reporting, inc

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Cost Controller to oversee and manage costs across two power plants under construction in Eye & Bedfordshire. Candidates must have experience in cost management and strong analytical capabilities. Responsibilities include managing project costs, monitoring b

A specialist recruitment firm is seeking a Cost Controller or Senior Cost Controller to support major programmes within the defence sector in the East Midlands of the United Kingdom. The role involves developing cost control processes and monitoring project expenditure, requiring experience in proje

A recruitment firm specializing in project management is seeking a Project Controller in England to take ownership of cost, schedule, and risk management on complex defence programmes.

A leading poultry processing company in the United Kingdom is seeking a highly analytical Cost Controller to oversee cost management at its plant. The role involves ensuring transparency in costs and performance across all levels, designing cost-control systems, and delivering insightful cost analys

A prominent project management firm in Greater London is seeking a Project Controller to ensure the scheduling and financial health of projects. Ideal candidates will possess strong project scheduling and cost control experience along with interpersonal and stakeholder management skills.

Astute's Power team are currently recruiting for a Cost Controller to join the EPC Contractor to oversee and manage the costs across 2 power plants in construction in Eye & Bedfordshire. The Cost Controller position comes with a salary from 45,000 to 50,000. Maintain accurate cost reporting, includi

A recruitment agency is seeking a Financial Controller for a rapidly growing Facilities Management business in Hatfield, Hertfordshire. The role involves managing payroll, operational cost control, and financial reporting, as well as overseeing credit control and the purchase ledger.

A specialized engineering firm is seeking a Cost Controller to manage project costs at their Teesside site. The role involves developing accurate cost estimates, supporting financial forecasting, and ensuring all cost reports are audited correctly.

A leading recruitment agency in the UK seeks a Cost Controller for a fixed term contract of 12 months to oversee and manage costs across two power plants in construction. The role involves monitoring project budgets and costs. Candidates should be prepared for a dynamic working environment with a fo

Cost Controller or Senior Cost Controller. Review supplier cost submissions and payment applications, ensuring accurate integration into project cost data. Depending on experience, you will either contribute to cost management activities under the guidance of senior professionals or lead cost contro

An international construction company is seeking a proactive Cost Controller to oversee financial monitoring and cost management in the UK and abroad. Candidates should have experience in cost control within construction, excellent analytical skills, and fluency in English and French. This role invo

A leading company in the nuclear project lifecycle seeks a Cost Control Manager to provide comprehensive cost management and reporting services.

We are seeking a Cost Controller to support the MEP package on a major infrastructure project, delivered under an NEC3 Option C Target Cost subcontract. Managing Defined Cost & Disallowed Cost. This role is key to ensuring costs are accurately captured in line with the Schedule of Cost Components (S

A leading independent engineering firm in Greater London is seeking a Cost Controller to support major infrastructure projects. This permanent position involves stringent cost management, forecasting, and compliance with NEC contracts.