Cost Manager

Cost Manager - Nuclear Energy
 
Shape the future of nuclear energy while building your career on a nationally significant programme.
 
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Cost Manager to join a high-performing Project Controls team within the nuclear sector. You will play a key role in delivering accurate cost information, supporting informed decisions and helping ensure successful project delivery. With strong career progression, competitive market rates and a supportive working environment, this role offers the opportunity to make a genuine impact.
 
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
 

• Manage and analyse programme cost performance, including Earned Value Management.
• Support cost forecasting, EAC, ETC and actual cost reporting.
• Track costs against approved budgets and cost breakdown structures.
• Support budget updates, re-baselining and forecasting activities.
• Analyse change requests and ensure accurate cost coding.
• Collaborate with Commercial and Finance teams on accruals and contract costs.
• Implement and maintain effective cost management systems and reporting tools.
• Provide guidance and support on cost management processes and systems.

 
QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS
 

• Proven cost management experience on major programmes or infrastructure projects.
• Strong knowledge of cost control, forecasting and Earned Value Management.
• Experience with PRISM, EcoSys, Cobra or similar systems.
• Advanced Excel and Microsoft Office skills.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and communication skills.
• Degree qualified or equivalent in a relevant discipline.
• Nuclear, energy, engineering or infrastructure experience is desirable.
• Knowledge of engineering, procurement, contracts and construction is advantageous.

 
WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU
 
The nuclear energy sector offers the chance to work on complex, future-focused projects that support national infrastructure and long-term energy security.
 

• Competitive market rates
• Excellent benefits package
• Strong career progression opportunities
• Long-term sector stability
• Work on nationally significant projects
• Exposure to major engineering programmes
• Supportive and collaborative culture
• Flexible and hybrid working options
• Professional development support
• Opportunity to make a lasting industry impact

 
ABOUT OUR CLIENT
 
Our Client is a global leader in advanced engineering and innovative technology solutions, working across complex challenges in science, security and sustainability. Their culture is built around innovation, integrity, collaboration and inclusion, with a strong focus on developing people and delivering meaningful outcomes.
 
APPLY NOW
 
If you are an experienced Cost Manager looking for your next opportunity within the nuclear energy sector, apply directly via LinkedIn today, or call Carolyn McDowell on (phone number removed) or email (url removed).

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