Cost Engineer

Cost Engineer (Rail Infrastructure) Location: Birmingham Contract: 6 months and potential long term Hybrid Working: Flexible working available The Opportunity An established infrastructure consultancy operating within the rail sector is seeking an experienced Cost Engineer to join its growing Birmingham team. This is an excellent opportunity to work on major rail infrastructure programmes, providing cost management and commercial support throughout the project lifecycle. You will work closely with project managers, planners and technical teams to ensure projects are accurately costed, risks are identified early and robust cost controls are maintained throughout delivery. This role would suit an individual who enjoys analysing data, challenging assumptions and helping project teams make informed decisions that drive successful project outcomes. Key Responsibilities Develop and maintain project cost plans and budgets. Monitor project expenditure and forecast costs throughout delivery. Produce accurate cost reports and performance updates. Identify and manage cost risks and opportunities. Support project teams with cost forecasting and financial planning. Challenge assumptions and provide cost-saving recommendations. Work closely with planners to align programme and cost information. Analyse project performance and identify variances. Support change control and variation management processes. Contribute to business cases and investment decisions. Ensure robust cost management ..... full job details .....