About the Role
One of our major clients is on the lookout for a detail-oriented and motivated Cost Engineer to support their Project Controls department. This is an exciting opportunity to work alongside experienced professionals and be involved across all stages of the Programme Lifecycle.
You'll work closely with the Cost Engineers and Project Managers to ensure budgets, forecasts, and reports are accurate and aligned with the schedule. If you're looking to develop your career in cost engineering with exposure to high-profile programmes, this could be the perfect next step!
Key Responsibilities
- Assist in preparing and maintaining cost forecasts with the Cost Engineer and Project Managers
- Collaborate with Programme Planners to align forecasts with project schedules
- Monitor spend and budgets to support cost control and affordability
- Support month-end reporting and maintain data across internal financial systems
- Attend monthly supplier meetings and support contract admin via CEMAR
- Raise purchase requisitions and process invoices in internal systems
- Verify invoices/valuations and support resolution of financial queries
What’s in It for You?
- Join a high-performing team on exciting programmes
- Continuous learning and career development
- Work on projects that make a real impact
- Gain experience with industry-standard systems and tools
Qualifications
- What We’re Looking For
- Strong numerical and analytical skills
- Some experience or understanding of cost control principles
- Familiarity with tools like Excel, CEMAR, or other financial systems
- A proactive and organised approach
- Team player with good communication skills
Desirable Skills and Experience
- Diploma level educated
- Working towards relevant Professional Membership, if not already held
- CEMAR and/or NEC4 experience
Additional Information
Due to the nature of this role the successful candidate will require Security clearance. To gain this they will be required to be a Sole UK national.
Benefits
- Pension scheme (8% company contribution / 4% personal contribution)
- 25 days’ paid annual leave + bank holidays + option to buy or sell days
- Professional fees reimbursed
- Flexible working
- Employee referral scheme
Based in our Glasgow offices 3 days a week.
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