Cost Controller
CV-LibraryCA20 1PGpermanentPosted: 30 March 2026
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We are seeking an experienced Cost Controller to support the delivery of a major nuclear project based in Whitehaven, Cumbria. The role will play a critical part in ensuring robust cost management, forecasting, and financial control in a highly regulated environment. You will work closely with the Project Controls, Commercial, and Delivery teams to provide accurate cost reporting and support informed decision‑making throughout the project lifecycle.
Key Responsibilities
Maintain and manage project cost control systems, ensuring accurate tracking of actuals, commitments, and forecasts
Produce monthly cost reports, including CVR, forecast to complete (FTC), and estimate at completion (EAC)
Monitor cost performance against budget, identifying variances, risks, and opportunities at an early stage
Support the preparation and maintenance of baseline budgets and change control
Work closely with planning and commercial teams to align cost and schedule data
Provide cost input into risk and contingency management processes
Support audits and reviews in line with nuclear governance, quality, and assurance requirements
Ensure compliance with project controls procedures, client standards, and regulatory expectations
Contribute to continuous improvement of cost management and reporting processes
Essential Requirements
Proven experience as a Cost Controller / Project Cost Engineer on major infrastructure or regulated projects
Experience working within nuclear, defence, rail, utilities, or similarly regulated environments
Strong understanding of cost forecasting, CVR, EAC, and change control
Competent in cost control systems and Excel-based reporting (Power BI desirable)
Knowledge of NEC contracts and target cost environments
High attention to detail with strong analytical and reporting skills
Ability to work collaboratively within multidisciplinary project teams
Desirable
Previous experience on nuclear licensed sites (e.g. NDA / Sellafield‑aligned projects)
Awareness of nuclear safety culture and quality assurance processes
SC clearance or eligibility to obtain security clearance
We are seeking an experienced Cost Controller to support the delivery of a major nuclear project based in Whitehaven, Cumbria. The role will play a critical part in ensuring robust cost management, forecasting, and financial control in a highly regulated environment. You will work closely with the Project Controls, Commercial, and Delivery teams to provide accurate cost reporting and support informed decision‑making throughout the project lifecycle.
Key Responsibilities
Maintain and manage project cost control systems, ensuring accurate tracking of actuals, commitments, and forecasts
Produce monthly cost reports, including CVR, forecast to complete (FTC), and estimate at completion (EAC)
Monitor cost performance against budget, identifying variances, risks, and opportunities at an early stage
Support the preparation and maintenance of baseline budgets and change control
Work closely with planning and commercial teams to align cost and schedule data
Provide cost input into risk and contingency management processes
Support audits and reviews in line with nuclear governance, quality, and assurance requirements
Ensure compliance with project controls procedures, client standards, and regulatory expectations
Contribute to continuous improvement of cost management and reporting processes
Essential Requirements
Proven experience as a Cost Controller / Project Cost Engineer on major infrastructure or regulated projects
Experience working within nuclear, defence, rail, utilities, or similarly regulated environments
Strong understanding of cost forecasting, CVR, EAC, and change control
Competent in cost control systems and Excel-based reporting (Power BI desirable)
Knowledge of NEC contracts and target cost environments
High attention to detail with strong analytical and reporting skills
Ability to work collaboratively within multidisciplinary project teams
Desirable
Previous experience on nuclear licensed sites (e.g. NDA / Sellafield‑aligned projects)
Awareness of nuclear safety culture and quality assurance processes
SC clearance or eligibility to obtain security clearance