Location
London, with flexibility to be based anywhere in the UK. This role requires 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 Senior Cost Engineer, you will act as a subject matter expert driving best‑in‑class PMO and project controls, strengthening Mace’s profile and client confidence. You will deliver robust cost management across PMO or delivery teams, coordinating stakeholders and ensuring compliant operations.

Your responsibilities will include 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 values safety first, client focus, integrity, and creating opportunities for people to excel. We champion a safe, diverse and inclusive working environment and are 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.

About you
- A subject matter expert with strong stakeholder coordination skills.
- Ability to deliver robust cost management and ensure compliant operations.
- Strong communication skills to build effective client and partner relationships.
- Commitment to safety, integrity, and client-focused delivery.

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