Job Title:
Cost Engineer
Company:
PACE Global (recruiting on behalf of our client)
About PACE Global
PACE Global specialises in Project Controls recruitment, built on Personal Growth, Authenticity, Community, and Empathy. Founded by Chirag Shah, PACE brings 18+ years of recruitment expertise and 750+ successful permanent and contract placements, with a strong presence in the project controls community (Project Chatter Podcast, Project Controls Expo Jobzone partner, Project Connect Group, The Controls Hub).
Role Overview
We are seeking an experienced Cost Engineer on behalf of our client. The Cost Engineer will be responsible for cost estimation, cost control, forecasting, reporting, and providing commercial support to projects, helping ensure delivery on budget and within scope.
Key Responsibilities
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Prepare and maintain cost estimates, budgets, and cost control documentation.
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Develop and manage cost forecasts and provide variance analysis versus budget.
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Monitor project costs, track expenditures, and identify cost-saving opportunities.
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Support commercial activities including change control, claims preparation, and contract cost assessments.
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Produce regular cost reports and dashboards for stakeholders and senior management.
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Collaborate with planning, risk, procurement, and project teams to ensure integrated project controls.
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Maintain accurate cost records, cost codes, and interfaces with financial systems.
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Support month-end and project reporting cycles and ad-hoc financial analysis as required.
Required Skills & Experience
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Proven experience as a Cost Engineer, Cost Analyst, or similar role within project-based industries.
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Strong knowledge of cost estimating, cost control, forecasting techniques, and commercial fundamentals.
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Experience with project controls tools and financial systems (industry-standard tools preferred).
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Excellent analytical, numerical, and problem-solving skills.
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Strong communication skills with the ability to present cost data to technical and commercial stakeholders.
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Ability to work collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams and under project deadlines.
Desirable
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Experience working in major projects or capital programs.
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Familiarity with risk and schedule integration into cost forecasts.
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Professional certifications or formal training in cost engineering, project controls, or related disciplines.
Salary: £38,000 - £95,000 GBP
Why Apply Through PACE
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Work with a specialist, values-driven recruitment partner with deep project controls expertise and genuine industry connections.
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Access to niche project controls roles across all seniority levels — from graduate through partner level.
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Personalised, honest guidance throughout your job search.
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Join a wider community of project controls professionals through the Project Chatter Podcast, Project Connect Group, and The Controls Hub.
How to Apply
Please submit your CV. A member of our team will be in touch to discuss the role and next steps.