Job Title: Senior Cost Engineer
Location: Manchester (On Site 3 Days per Week) 
Salary: £70,000 - £90,000 + Benefits
Industry: Renewable Energy

Join a global leader in the renewable energy sector, dedicated to achieving net-zero targets through innovative projects. these projects are some of the biggest and most exciting opportunities across the globe.

Our established project team brings expertise from various industries, including Oil & Gas, Construction, and Utilities, focusing on renewable energy storage solutions that are clean, reliable, and cost-efficient.

Role Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain cost management processes and systems for the project.
• Create work breakdown structures (WBS) and establish control budgets.
• Monitor budgets, commitments, and the value of work done (VoWD) through comprehensive reporting.
• Implement cost plans and S curves, integrating project schedules to track plan, actual, and forecast costs.
• Manage a cost trend database for variance analysis and present findings to project management.
• Coordinate change control meetings and validate cost estimates for approved changes.
• Collaborate with project managers, engineers, and finance teams to ensure accurate cost information in SAP.
• Support procurement processes, including cost estimates and contract negotiations.

Requirements:

• Degree in Engineering, Construction, or a related field.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience as a cost engineer, with at least 5 years in the energy sector.
• Strong knowledge of cost management methodologies and tools, particularly for large-scale projects.
• Proficiency in cost engineering software and SAP, along with advanced skills in Excel and PowerPoint.
• Experience working on project sites is essential.

This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to impactful renewable energy projects while enjoying a flexible work environment. Stepping into renewable energy is a great option as project move closer to Net Zero and Energy efficient projects. 

This is a really exciting opportunity for a seasoned Cost Engineer looking for their next opportunity!