Senior Cost Specialist

Cost EngineerLocation: Berkshire Duration: 26 Weeks Start: ASAP (subject to clearance) IR35: Inside IR35 OverviewWe are seeking an experienced Cost Engineer to join a major programme based in Berkshire. Working within the Project Controls team, you will be responsible for cost planning, cost control, forecasting, change management, risk management and financial reporting, helping ensure projects are delivered within approved budgets and contractual requirements. Key ResponsibilitiesDevelop and maintain project baseline budgets, cost breakdown structures (CBS) and control account plans.Monitor actual costs, commitments, accruals and forecasts.Produce Estimates at Completion (EACs), variance analysis and financial performance reports.Deliver Earned Value Management (EVM) reporting and performance measurement.Manage cost risk, contingency allowances and change control processes.Support project reviews, governance reporting and stakeholder decision-making.Ensure alignment between project schedules, cost plans and contractual requirements.Contribute to continuous improvement of project controls processes and reporting systems. Essential ExperienceProven experience in Cost Engineering, Cost Control, Project Controls or Quantity Surveying.Experience managing project budgets, forecasts and financial performance reporting on major projects.Strong Earned Value Management (EVM) knowledge.Experience with cost risk management, contingency control and change management.Strong ..... full job details .....