Cost Engineer - VR/31637

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for an experienced Cost Engineer to join a high performing project team supporting major CAPEX initiatives on an initial 12 month basis. This role plays a critical part in ensuring cost discipline, transparency, and forecasting accuracy across complex projects within the energy sector.

As Cost Engineer, you will:

• Develop and maintain Master Control Estimates and manage re-baselining through current control estimates.
• Capture commitments, actuals and forecasts, preparing cost reports and variance analyses.
• Provide accurate cost control and reporting at project and portfolio level.
• Work closely with SAP Admin and project teams to ensure PO allocation to the correct WBS and support timely closure of PO/WBS.
• Utilise Earned Value Management to support decision-making and performance tracking.
• Lead on cost-related activities including accruals, vendor cost management, VOWD and EAC reviews.
• Raise purchase requisitions and service entries as required.
• Drive continuous improvement in reporting and cost control processes.

We're looking for someone who can bring structure, challenge and clarity to cost engineering. You'll have:

• Significant SAP experience, particularly in reporting and analysis of WBS and PO data.
• Strong Excel and MS Office/Office 365 skills.
• A solid understanding of project controls across Planning, Cost, Risk and MoC.
• The ability to analyse and challenge internal teams and contractors constructively.
• A keen eye for detail and a systematic approach to cost control.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the confidence to build relationships across disciplines.

• Work on impactful CAPEX projects within a collaborative, forward-thinking team.
• Opportunity to contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and best practice in cost control.