Location
London, UK with ad hoc travel across the UK

Hours
Full Time

Salary
Negotiable

About the Role
Mace combines construction expertise with consultancy to unlock potential in every person or project and redefine the boundaries of ambition. As a subject matter expert, you will drive best‑in‑class PMO and project controls, strengthening Mace’s profile and client confidence. The Cost Engineer delivers robust cost management across PMO or delivery teams, coordinating stakeholders and ensuring compliant operations. You will be responsible for delivering accurate cost monitoring, forecasting and reporting; supporting full budget, scope, change control and earned value analysis; coordinating with scheduling, commercial, construction and finance teams; assuring monthly cost data and variance analysis; driving forecast and budget accuracy; producing clear cost reports; applying strong cost and contract management; and building effective client and partner relationships. Mace champions a safe, diverse and inclusive working environment, prioritizing wellbeing and client focus, integrity, and continuous improvement. The company welcomes applications from a diverse range of candidates and is open to discussing part time, flexible, and hybrid working options where suitable.

Experience
Proven relevant experience in project management or project controls environment in a similar cost role within construction or consultancy. Experience in a regulated infrastructure sector is required.

About you
Strong stakeholder coordination skills with the ability to deliver accurate cost monitoring and reporting. Client-focused with integrity and a commitment to safety and continuous improvement. Able to build effective client and partner relationships and work collaboratively across teams.

Qualifications
Achieved professional qualification through a recognised body (e.g. APM, AACE, A Cost E etc).