Cost Controller

Position: Cost Controller (Outside IR35)

Location: Swindon (with travel to London 2–3 days per fortnight)

Work Pattern: On-site, 40-hour week

Contract: 16 months (01/09/2026 – 31/12/2027)

We're recruiting for a Cost Controller to work Developer side on a long term contract at competitive rates to support one of the UK's largest offshore wind projects.

Responsibilities

* Support project cost forecasting, budgeting, and cash flow management throughout the project lifecycle.

* Monitor project costs, analyse variances, and provide accurate financial reporting and forecasting.

* Work closely with Finance, Commercial, and Project Delivery teams to track project performance and manage change impacts.

* Assist with project financing activities, including funding drawdowns, invoice processing, and monthly financial reconciliations.

* Support contractor cost verification, financial controls, and stakeholder reporting across major offshore wind projects.

Qualifications

* Experience in project finance, cost control, or financial analysis within infrastructure, engineering, construction, or energy.

* Strong knowledge of budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management, and financial reporting.

* Advanced Microsoft Excel skills and experience with financial reporting systems.

* Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.

* Relevant degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, Economics, or a related discipline; professional qualifications (ACCA, CIMA, ACA) are advantageous.

* Experience within the energy, utilities, or offshore wind sector is desirable