We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Cost Controller to join our Bristol-based Project Controls team. The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting the on-time and on-cost delivery of projects through effective cost management, performance analysis, and reporting.
This role is ideal for a proactive professional who thrives in a collaborative environment and enjoys working across multiple disciplines - including procurement, commercial, estimating, and finance - to ensure robust project controls are maintained.

Job Role: Cost Controller

• Location: Bristol (Hybrid - 3 days per week)
• Contract: 12 Months
• Sector: Engineering / Infrastructure / Project Controls
• Rate: £48 an hour

Key Responsibilities

• Support the Project Controls team in delivering projects to time and budget alongside adhering to project cost standards, processes, and procedures across the portfolio.
• Manage day-to-day planning and cost management activities across assigned projects.
• Implement and maintain cost control systems in line with project control requirements.
• Produce and review monthly Earned Value Management (EVM) and performance reports.
• Liaise with commercial, finance, and planning teams to establish effective systems and processes for recording and tracking cost and value progress.
• Collate, validate, and analyse data for internal and client reporting.
• Prepare and present reports and KPI dashboards, ensuring continuous improvement.
• Work with Package Leads to compile accurate and timely Monthly Performance Reports.
• Develop and deliver cost analysis, trend identification, and forecasting to support decision-making.
• Ensure adherence to project cost standards, processes, and procedures across the portfolio.
• Integrate cost and forecast data from contractors and suppliers into project estimates.
• Assess and document change impacts, updating budgets and forecasts accordingly.
• Identify cost variances, risks, and opportunities via the Change Management process.
• Maintain consistent, high-quality Monthly Cost Reports and ensure all approved changes are reflected accurately.

Skills & Qualifications

• Strong mathematical and analytical ability.
• Sound understanding of Cost Management and Earned Value Management (EVM).
• Proficiency in Excel (Advanced) and Office 365.
• Experience using Power BI and MS Power Platform for reporting and visualisation.
• Excellent problem-solving, planning, and time management skills.
• High attention to accuracy and data integrity.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Desirable:

• Experience within an engineering or infrastructure project environment.
• Familiarity with Primavera P6.
• Exposure to Agile data science, project controls frameworks, or EVM systems.

If you are qualified and interested, please apply or get in touch on chloe.mogridge@carringtonwest.com