Job Description

You will lead, operate, and manage the Programme Management Office (PMO) cost function, ensuring cost management contributes positively to the successful delivery of the programme - safely, on time, within budget, and to the agreed quality. This role is pivotal in providing insight, assurance, and support across all cost-related aspects of the programme. As the primary point of contact for cost information, insights, and advice, you will develop and maintain strong professional relationships with programme teams, supply chain partners, and stakeholders, owning the programme cost baseline and ensuring alignment across requirements, scope, risk, schedule and assumptions.



The following skills and experience are essential to your success in this role:


Demonstrable experience of programme and project cost management in engineering or construction industry Knowledge of cost management processes and procedures Ability to communicate cost information to peers/managers/client in a way that is understood by all, especially those with limited knowledge of project controls Working knowledge of relevant project/programme cost management systems Experience of team management Qualified to degree level in Project Management, Construction or Engineering or relevant experience Proficient in CostX software Proficient in Microsoft Office packages (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio) Experience working with NEC contract


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Salary circa 95,000 per annum

Benefits include:

Competitive salary

30 days holiday plus public holidays

Discretionary bonus scheme depending on both corporate and individual performance

Life assurance of 4 x salary death in service

Group Income Protection

Pension - up to 10% employer contribution

Up to 5 days paid volunteering

Cycle to work scheme

Season ticket loan

Employee Assistance Programme

Professional Body Fees paid

Working in a hybrid / smart way

We are committed to promoting diversity and equal opportunities in employment. We are building diverse teams and seek to attract and retain talented individuals from a range of backgrounds and cultures to join us on this hugely challenging and important project.


Please apply by submitting a CV and cover letter, stating your suitability for the role and if you believe you have any current or potential conflicts of interest relating to this position.


We look forward to receiving your completed application by 12 noon on 22 September 2025.


S ecurity

Successful candidates will be required to complete security vetting to a minimum Counter Terrorist Check (CTC) level obtained through the Parliamentary Security Department (PSD). Candidates are required to pass these checks before a start date can be confirmed.

Applicants should also be aware that, depending on the role applied for, if they have resided outside of the UK for a total of more than two of the last five years, they may not be eligible for vetting.