Cost Manager - Sizewell C

Your new company

You will be joining a high-profile, global specialist contractor operating across nuclear energy, defence and critical national infrastructure. This multi-accredited and industry-leading contractor works on some of the most complex and impactful programmes in science, security and sustainability, empowering people to grow, thrive and deliver meaningful change. As part of their continued growth, they are actively seeking a Cost Manager to join their growing Sizewell C team.

This is a full-time permanent position based in Leiston with hybrid and flexible working.

Your new role

As a Cost Manager, you will join the Project Management Office (PMO) and work closely with the Cost Lead and wider Project Controls team to deliver accurate, timely and insightful cost performance reporting. You will support effective cost management across the programme, ensuring robust forecasting, budget control and earned value analysis against project baselines.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Monitoring and analysing project cost performance and Earned Value Management (EVM) metrics.
• Supporting project teams with cost forecasting, Estimate at Completion (EAC), Estimate to Complete (ETC) and actual cost reporting.
• Tracking expenditure against approved budgets and cost breakdown structures.
• Supporting budget updates, forecasting activities and cost re-baselining exercises.
• Reviewing change requests and ensuring cost data is accurately coded and aligned to project budgets.
• Working collaboratively with Commercial, Finance and Project Controls teams to ensure accurate accruals and contract cost reporting.
• Supporting the implementation and continuous improvement of cost management systems, processes and reporting tools.
• Providing guidance and support to project stakeholders on cost management systems and best practice.