Cost Engineer

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Our Vacancy# Cost Engineer* Defence* Permanent / Project Management* Glasgow* United Kingdom* 10/09/25* On site* ShareAssystem is an international company with one mission: accelerate the energy transition around the world. Every day, our 7,500 switchers located in 12 countries (Europe, Middle East, Pacific Asia & Africa) connect their six thousand billion neurons to tackle the task of the century: switching to low-carbon energy. We are a collective committed to the actors who are making the energy switch. Sharing our knowledge, expertise and values allows us to innovate and think differently about the energy transition. Drawing on more than 55 years’ experience in highly regulated sectors subject to strict security and safety requirements, we provide our customers with engineering and project management services, as well as digital services and solutions to optimize the performance of complex infrastructure projects throughout their life cycle. The Group is currently ranked third in the world for nuclear engineering. To ensure a viable, efficient, and reliable energy future for all## Job Description**About the Role**One of our major clients is on the lookout for a **detail-oriented and motivated Cost Engineer** to support their **Project Controls** department. This is an exciting opportunity to work alongside experienced professionals and be involved across **all stages of the Programme Lifecycle**.You’ll work closely with the **Cost Engineers** and **Project Managers** to ensure budgets, forecasts, and reports are accurate and aligned with the schedule. If you’re looking to develop your career in cost engineering with exposure to high-profile programmes, this could be the perfect next step! **Key Responsibilities** Assist in preparing and maintaining cost **forecasts** with the Cost Engineer and Project Managers Collaborate with Programme Planners to align forecasts with project **schedules** Monitor **spend and budgets** to support cost control and affordability Support **month-end reporting** and maintain data across internal financial systems Attend **monthly supplier meetings** and support contract admin via **CEMAR** Raise **purchase requisitions** and process **invoices** in internal systems Verify invoices/valuations and support resolution of financial queries Join a high-performing team on exciting programmes Continuous learning and career development Work on projects that make a real impact Gain experience with industry-standard systems and tools **What We’re Looking For** Strong numerical and analytical skills Some experience or understanding of **cost control principles** Familiarity with tools like **Excel**, CEMAR, or other financial systems A proactive and organised approach Team player with good communication skillsDesirable Skills and ExperienceDiploma level educated.Working towards relevant Professional Membership, if not already held.CEMAR and/or NEC4 experience**Additional Information**Due to the nature of this role the successful candidate will require Security clearance. To gain this they will be required to be a Sole UK national,**Benefits include:*** Pension scheme (8% company contribution / 4% personal contribution)* 25 days’ paid annual leave + bank holidays + option to buy or sell days* Professional fees reimbursed* Flexible working* Employee referral schemeBased in our Glasgow offices 3 days a week.We are committed to equal treatment of candidates and promote, as well as foster all forms of diversity within our company. We believe that bringing together people with different backgrounds and perspectives is essential for creating innovative and impactful solutions. Skills, talent, and our people’s ability to dare are the only things that matter !. Bring your unique contributions and help us shape the future.Assystem offers you the opportunity to join our Switch to Grow UK Graduate Scheme, where you’ll gain hands on experience in engineering, digital services, and project management by working on some of the world’s most critical energy projects.Be part of the challenge of the century; accelerating the switch to low carbon energy! #J-18808-Ljbffr
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Glasgow
Category:
Engineering

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