Cost Manager – Energy Infrastructure

Overview

In this Cost Manager role, you will help deliver major energy, power and infrastructure projects by monitoring costs, forecasting, and reporting against budgets. You’ll work with client and contractor teams to manage programme performance, value engineering, and contract cash flow, while ensuring governance and timely change control. The position supports hybrid working and offers opportunities to broaden sector experience and progression. Your work will directly impact project outcomes and client value in a growth-focused, inclusive environment.

Pay / Benefits

• hybrid working
• flexible working environment
• career development opportunities
• supportive work-life balance
• equal opportunity employer

Responsibilities

• Administering contracts in line with project objectives and policies
• Providing accurate cost monitoring, forecasting and reporting to completion
• Managing cost variance and contract cash flow and ensuring timely applications
• Collaborating with client and contractor teams to deliver deliverables and KPIs
• Overseeing contract change to maintain governance and best practice
• Driving improvements in forecast and budget accuracy

Key requirements

• Ideally degree qualified (or equivalent) in a relevant subject
• Ideally hold or be working towards professional body membership or equivalent
• Contract Management experience (NEC3, Option C or NEC4 preferred)
• Experience on Major Programmes and Projects
• Experience in Infrastructure or Energy projects (Rail, air, marine/ports, utilities, highways; Nuclear, Oil & Gas, Wind or Carbon Capture)

• Collaboration with clients and contractor teams
• Proactive cost management mindset
• Ability to align with governance and best practices
• Cost monitoring and forecasting
• Contract management and change control
• KPI and programme performance tracking

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