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Cost Engineer - Defence (Construction)

Derby, United Kingdom, gb💼 Full-time🗓 2026-10-01 → 2026-10-07

Core

Cost engineering professional delivering performance reporting, analysis, and budget control for Defence sector construction projects.

Role type

Mid-level Cost Engineer (Construction/Defence) (via careerplan.io/jobs/744000152894850-cost-engineer-defence-construction-at-turner-townsend)

Builds

Cost control systems, cost estimates, cash flow forecasts, and financial reports for Defence projects.

Domain

Defence / Construction / Project Controls

Required skills

Project cost control techniques, cost estimation, cash flow analysis, contract evaluation, financial forecasting, Microsoft Office Suite, SAP/Sage proficiency, analytical skills

Preferred skills

Experience in highly regulated industries, multi-disciplinary knowledge

Technologies

SAP, Sage, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft PowerPoint, Cost Capture Systems

Responsibilities

Implement and maintain cost control systems to track budgets and expenditures; Assist in preparing and reviewing cost estimates; Evaluate contractor invoices and fee proposals; Provide forecasts and cash flow analysis; Maintain and manage cost reports; Support decision-making with cost information.

Seniority

Mid-level, hands-on IC