Introduction

Join a leading global engineering and construction firm on a landmark energy project based in Chiswick. This 12-month renewable contract offers a hybrid working model with 3 days in office and 2 days WFH. We seek a Senior Principal Cost Controls Specialist to drive cost management excellence on one of the industry's most complex ventures.

What are you going to do

Resposibilities:

The Senior Principal Cost Controls Specialist plays a vital role in resolving complex cost challenges that impact project delivery.
As a recognised expert in Cost Management, you will influence programme direction and resource allocation within established policies and industry standards.
Your innovative and strategic approach will be essential in developing creative solutions to costing issues, ensuring financial and contractual integrity throughout the project lifecycle.
Interpreting contracts, supporting project execution plans, coordinating financial and administrative tasks, monitoring costs and revenues, negotiating contract changes, leading change management, managing project risks and opportunities, and preparing close-out reports.
You will collaborate closely with Project Accounting and other project control teams to enhance accuracy and efficiency, while supporting bid efforts and maintaining adherence to corporate systems and processes.

Essential skills and knowledge

Requirements:

Degree in Engineering, Construction, Business, or related discipline, or equivalent technical experience
Minimum 12 years' experience in project control, preferably within large-scale engineering projects
Proven supervisory experience in a matrix organisation
Strong background in the oil and gas sector or comparable heavy industry
Proficient with Primavera P6 scheduling software
Exceptional problem-solving and negotiation skills
Ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary teams and manage competing priorities

What we offer

Closing: 26 September 2026

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Do you have questions?

Vacancy reference: CR-298207

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Corporate recruiter

Ben Callander

+44 161 885 2130

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Application process

First Contact

We carefully review your application and in the coming weeks, you will be notified for an interview session if you are selected. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted within 7 days.

Scheduling an Interview

After being shortlisted, you will be contacted via email or telephone to arrange for a date on your availability for the qualification interview.

Phone/ Qualification Interview

During the interview, you will be assessed on your level of experience and skills, work history, availability, and the qualifications the company is seeking for the position.

Meeting in Real Life

After successfully making through the phone interview, a face to face interview will be scheduled between the candidate and recruiter. This session can be a more in-depth interview to review your communication and interpersonal skills.

Application for the Position

Submission of candidates resume for client’s approval and screening.