Cost Controller

Cost Controller - AWE Project

Location: Aldermaston (2 days per week onsite)
Contract: 14 months
IR35: Inside IR35
Security Clearance: Active SC Clearance required
We are seeking an experienced Cost Controller to join a high-profile project supporting AWE. This is an excellent opportunity for a confident and proactive professional with a strong background in cost engineering or finance to work within a highly regulated environment.

Key Responsibilities

Monitor, analyse and control project costs.
Produce accurate cost reports, forecasts and financial analysis.
Work closely with project teams and stakeholders to ensure effective cost management throughout the project lifecycle.
Support budgeting, forecasting and financial planning activities.
Provide clear financial insights to aid project decision-making.
Maintain accurate project cost records and reporting documentation.

Essential Requirements

Active SC Clearance.
Sole UK National.
Strong background in Cost Engineering or Finance.
Experience working within a highly regulated environment.
Demonstrable experience in cost analysis, forecasting and financial reporting.
Strong stakeholder management and engagement skills.
Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.

Desirable

Experience within the nuclear sector is advantageous but not essential.

What We're Looking For

The successful candidate will be an established Cost Controller who can hit the ground running with minimal supervision. You'll be confident managing stakeholders, producing accurate forecasts, and supporting project delivery through effective cost management.
Please note that due to the nature of this role, applicants must:

Hold active SC Clearance.
Be a Sole UK National.
Meet security eligibility requirements associated with working on the AWE project
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed