Cost Controller

Cost Controller – Nuclear New Build Project 

Contract Type: PAYE (Inside IR35)
Salary: Starting range from £60,000 per annum
Duration: Minimum 2 years, likely extending up to 5 years
Start Date: ASAP
Working Pattern: Full-time, site-based, day shifts 

The Role We are currently seeking an experienced Cost Controller to join a major nuclear new build project. This is a long-term opportunity on one of the UK’s most high-profile infrastructure projects, offering excellent stability and the chance to be part of a programme that will run for several years. The successful candidate will be fully site-based and will play a key role in cost management, forecasting, and financial control across designated work packages.

Key Responsibilities:

• Monitor, control and report project costs in line with budgets and forecasts
• Produce accurate cost reports, cash flow forecasts and variance analysis
• Support the preparation of monthly cost reports and management information
• Work closely with project managers, engineers and commercial teams to ensure cost discipline is maintained
• Track commitments, accruals and actuals against budget
• Assist with change control, trends and risk/opportunity management
• Ensure compliance with internal controls, procedures and nuclear governance requirements
• Contribute to continuous improvement of cost control processes and reporting

Essential Requirements:

• Proven experience in a Cost Controller / Cost Engineer / Project Controls role
• Background in major infrastructure, energy, nuclear, oil & gas, or similarly regulated environments
• Strong understanding of cost control, forecasting and reporting
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail
• Comfortable working in a site-based, delivery-focused environment
• Strong Excel and reporting skills
• Ability to work collaboratively within large, multi-disciplinary teams

Desirable Experience

• Experience on nuclear or large-scale EPC projects
• Knowledge of earned value management (EVM)
• Familiarity with project controls systems and tools (e.g. SAP, Primavera P6, etc.)
• Experience working within highly regulated environments

If you would like more information prior to applying, please ocntact Jack Bonnick at NRL on jack.bonnick@nrl.co.uk. 

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