Cost Engineer

Cost Engineer - Offshore Wind (Contract)

Location: Hybrid working
Rate: Outside IR35
Contract: 13 April 2026 - 30 November 2026

Matchtech is supporting an International developer in securing a Cost Engineer to support major UK offshore wind projects. This is a key commercial role within large scale renewable energy developments, supporting cost control, forecasting and financial governance from investment decision through to completion.

Key Responsibilities

• Create and manage project cost forecasts and cash flow schedules
• Monitor and record the financial impact of change requests
• Control and verify project expenditure, invoices and supplier claims
• Identify financial risks and report to the Project Finance Director
• Support monthly reporting and project finance requirements
• FX hedge monitoring and hedge accounting inputs
• Support OFTO asset valuation and regulated divestment processes
• Ensure compliance with internal controls and governance standards

Key Requirements

• Strong experience in cost / project management on renewable or large infrastructure projects
• Advanced Excel skills (essential)
• Knowledge of construction contracts and package management
• Strong communication skills and ability to work in a matrix organisation
• Comfortable operating in a dynamic, international project environment

Desirable

• SAP or similar ERP system experience
• Quantity Surveyor qualification or equivalent
• Additional European languages

The role hybrid working with time required to travel to Head office as agreed between the hiring manager and successful candidate. Travel costs to/from the base location are not chargeable.

If you are an experienced cost professional looking to contribute to some of the UK's most significant offshore wind developments, we would like to hear from you.