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Prima Uno Ltd

Location:
United Kingdom, Thurso

Category:
Consulting

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Job Description:

Are you an experienced Cost Engineer looking for a new opportunity? We are currently seeking a Senior Cost Engineer to join our dynamic team. This role offers the flexibility of hybrid working arrangements and the chance to make a meaningful impact.

Job Responsibility:

Independently oversee, analyse, and manage costs for significant projects/programs of work, continuously seeking opportunities for positive changes and ongoing improvements
Play an integral role within project teams, collaborating closely with other project controls disciplines to leverage expertise and influence teams toward cost reduction and operational efficiencies whenever feasible
Conduct Earned Value Analysis to pinpoint critical areas and emerging trends, offering recommendations for recovery options, and contribute to producing clear and concise reports
Deliver precise forecasts for expenditure and performance, both within the financial year and over the project’s lifetime
Manage cost control databases for specific work areas, ensuring the validation and integrity of data across various systems
Possess a deep understanding of different forms of contracts and their impact on cost forecasting and management
Exercise control over project expenditure as part of an authorisation chain
Uphold a governance role within the project controls framework by aiding in the formulation and maintenance of project control policies and procedures, actively encouraging adherence throughout the organisation
Lead and develop proposals for baseline changes, ensuring compliance with internal and client requirements
Provide assurance and quality checks to support sanction and baseline change submissions
Contribute to the periodic update and resubmission of project and program business cases as needed
Offer mentorship and support to colleagues in their professional development
Support the application of risk processes within project teams, working closely with the Risk Coordinator and Risk Manager in risk identification, reviews, workshops, and the upkeep of risk registers
Contribute to the ongoing development of project controls systems

Requirements:

Demonstrate a proven track record in managing programme/project controls effectively
Possess extensive knowledge of procedures and methodologies relevant to the field, coupled with a comprehensive understanding of underlying principles
Exhibit strong communication and interpersonal skills, both externally and internally with the ability to influence key stakeholders
Demonstrate proficiency in producing and presenting information to high standards
Capable of working under pressure, adapting to changes in the work environment, managing competing demands and meeting tight deadlines
Maintain confidentiality in handing sensitive information
Display excellent planning and organisational skills
Possess advanced IT skills

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Job Posted:
December 11, 2025

Work Type:

Remote work

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