Senior Cost Engineer at Bilfinger Uk in Winnersh, England, United Kingdom | Kablio

Role

Description

cost reporting

forecasting

budget management

contract compliance

invoicing review

claims management

To assist in providing visibility on Contract Financial Performance including the preparation of required elements for monthly management accounts
Analysis and production of cost report in a format to meet the needs of the client and client agents, the project management team, and the wider management team
Submission of annual rates uplifts
Assist in preparing/reviewing the commercial element of Business Cases
To study and familiarise oneself with relevant Contract Commercial Terms & Conditions and monitor to ensure compliance with these
Interface with Procurement Team on any project-specific aspects that fall out with Master Supplier/Sub-Contract Agreements (to ensure that optimum solution is reached for the company)
Collation of Contract Budgeting/Forecasting information & check on the integrity of the information provided to ensure the dependability of information provided
Assists the in preparation of financial elements for Client reports
Interface person for internal Accounts/Invoicing departments with regard to commercial issues
To facilitate inter-dept. communication regarding the start-up of new jobs/phases
To collate all relevant start-up information for jobs/phases and to set up in the company database
Assist in preparation and resolving claims
To assist in the preparation of valuations to meet the requirements scope of works
Produce forecasts for individual work scopes and ensure these are updated to reflect any changes to the scope, duration or timing of the job
Assist in purchase v hire decision for equipment
Analyse any variances and advise the operations team of the reasons and any required actions e.g. revise estimates or request variation orders
Assist in re-negotiation of revised contract terms
To provide the commercial manager with ‘cost reports’ and ‘value of work done summaries’ in order to advise on progress against budgets, and also ‘forecasts’ of cost to completion
Identification of areas of commercial weakness and assist in rectifying/improving such problems
Cross-sharing of ideas between different contracts to ensure lessons learnt from both positive and negative influences. (Export the positives to other areas/contracts and make recommendations to eradicate weaknesses)
Produce weekly cost reports data in order to inform clients, operations, and management of progress against budgets
To produce reports from the analysis of cost reports, and forecasts in order to facilitate improved cost control/reduction, and support the Operations team in delivering work scopes within budget and cost recover where appropriate.
Assist in the standardisation of techniques and reporting mechanisms as far as is possible
To review all invoices for completeness & correctness prior to submission to the Client
To assist with the identification and management of contract variations
To carry out audits & reviews as necessary, to assist with the identification and implementation of potential commercial improvements
Provide the client and client agents with monthly ‘value of work done’ summaries, in order to highlight costs to date, uninvoiced costs to come, plus additional costs to complete the work scope
To provide advice and support to Delivery Managers regarding commercial aspects of managing contracts based on early interrogation of financial and cost data
Monitor and provide feedback relative to KPI performance and highlight areas where improvement is necessary to optimise financial return
Provides detailed analysis of completed projects to highlight areas of learning and improvement
To interface with Business Managers, Invoicing, Accounts, Procurement, Tendering
To ensure compliance with company policies, processes and procedures related to the management of commercial aspects
To ensure suitable controls are in place in support of financial deliverables

Requirements

sap

finance degree

accounting qualification

problem solver

contract types

commercial awareness

Ability to work under pressure and to a deadline
Relationship builder with strong commercial Awareness
Proven track record in a similar role
Knowledge/previous use of SAP (desirable)
Problem Solver
Highly personable
High level of discretion and confidentiality
Experience in a fast-paced work environment
Assertive and confident
Self-starter and team player with excellent communication skills
Experience of different contract types
Possess a finance degree or be working towards a recognised accounting qualification or have suitable relevant experience working in a similar Commercial or Financial role (desirable)

Benefits

Information not given or found

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

Information not given or found

Company

Overview

Founded in 2018

Year of Formation

Merged two established firms to combine onshore and offshore engineering expertise.

£400m+ Revenue

Annual Turnover

Annually handles multimillion-pound contracts for steel, piping, and EC&I installations at major chemical plants.

14 UK Hubs

Network Size

Maintains a network of 14 hubs across the UK to provide full-life-cycle asset services.

Delivers full-life-cycle asset services from concept to decommissioning.
Specializes in specialized trades like insulation, scaffolding, inspection, E&IC, and digital systems.
Offers integrated smart engineering solutions backed by global industrial automation expertise.
Shifts legacy oil-and-gas skills into renewable energy, including wind, hydrogen, and carbon capture through strategic mergers.

Culture + Values

We take responsibility for our actions and are committed to doing what‘s right. We take care of each other and never compromise on safety, act with integrity as well as in compliance with rules. We contribute positively to our communities and the environment.
We achieve excellence by setting bold goals and pushing ourselves to meet them. With hard work, persistence and forward thinking, we continuously improve and innovate.
We are passionate about our work and committed to delivering high‑quality results. Our strong work ethic drives us to exceed customer expectations in every task we’re entrusted with.
We are determined to continuously keep learning – about our customers, their industries, about new technologies and digital opportunities. Our found expertise allows us to provide the best solutions and stay ahead in our ﬁeld.
We believe in the power of teamwork. By working closely together across all regions and markets, both with our colleagues and customers, we leverage our collective talents and skills to achieve the best results.

Environment + Sustainability

2050 Target

Net-Zero Commitment

Aims to achieve net-zero emissions by 2050 as part of its UK and global strategy.

1 Million Homes

Energy Storage Capacity

Liquid air storage project capable of storing renewable energy for 1 million homes for one hour.

Structured 'net zero roadmap' comprising development, design and implementation phases to improve energy and carbon efficiency in industrial plants.
Engaged in UK-based renewable energy and decarbonisation projects – including floating wind farms (Aspen, Beech, Cedar), liquid air energy storage, CO₂ reverse-coal pilot, hydrogen-ready gas network upgrades.
Hydrogen-ready pipeline upgrades supporting UK gas network’s transition by 2050.

Inclusion & Diversity

Equal opportunities in hiring and development regardless of ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, religion, ideology, disability or age :contentReference[oaicite:5]{index=5}.
Diversity recognised as a key factor for corporate success :contentReference[oaicite:6]{index=6}.

Articles

About Us – Bilfinger in the UK

History – Bilfinger UK’s Corporate History

Press Release – Multi‑million‑pound Cadent gas network contract

Role

Description

cost reporting

forecasting

budget management

contract compliance

invoicing review

claims management

To assist in providing visibility on Contract Financial Performance including the preparation of required elements for monthly management accounts
Analysis and production of cost report in a format to meet the needs of the client and client agents, the project management team, and the wider management team
Submission of annual rates uplifts
Assist in preparing/reviewing the commercial element of Business Cases
To study and familiarise oneself with relevant Contract Commercial Terms & Conditions and monitor to ensure compliance with these
Interface with Procurement Team on any project-specific aspects that fall out with Master Supplier/Sub-Contract Agreements (to ensure that optimum solution is reached for the company)
Collation of Contract Budgeting/Forecasting information & check on the integrity of the information provided to ensure the dependability of information provided
Assists the in preparation of financial elements for Client reports
Interface person for internal Accounts/Invoicing departments with regard to commercial issues
To facilitate inter-dept. communication regarding the start-up of new jobs/phases
To collate all relevant start-up information for jobs/phases and to set up in the company database
Assist in preparation and resolving claims
To assist in the preparation of valuations to meet the requirements scope of works
Produce forecasts for individual work scopes and ensure these are updated to reflect any changes to the scope, duration or timing of the job
Assist in purchase v hire decision for equipment
Analyse any variances and advise the operations team of the reasons and any required actions e.g. revise estimates or request variation orders
Assist in re-negotiation of revised contract terms
To provide the commercial manager with ‘cost reports’ and ‘value of work done summaries’ in order to advise on progress against budgets, and also ‘forecasts’ of cost to completion
Identification of areas of commercial weakness and assist in rectifying/improving such problems
Cross-sharing of ideas between different contracts to ensure lessons learnt from both positive and negative influences. (Export the positives to other areas/contracts and make recommendations to eradicate weaknesses)
Produce weekly cost reports data in order to inform clients, operations, and management of progress against budgets
To produce reports from the analysis of cost reports, and forecasts in order to facilitate improved cost control/reduction, and support the Operations team in delivering work scopes within budget and cost recover where appropriate.
Assist in the standardisation of techniques and reporting mechanisms as far as is possible
To review all invoices for completeness & correctness prior to submission to the Client
To assist with the identification and management of contract variations
To carry out audits & reviews as necessary, to assist with the identification and implementation of potential commercial improvements
Provide the client and client agents with monthly ‘value of work done’ summaries, in order to highlight costs to date, uninvoiced costs to come, plus additional costs to complete the work scope
To provide advice and support to Delivery Managers regarding commercial aspects of managing contracts based on early interrogation of financial and cost data
Monitor and provide feedback relative to KPI performance and highlight areas where improvement is necessary to optimise financial return
Provides detailed analysis of completed projects to highlight areas of learning and improvement
To interface with Business Managers, Invoicing, Accounts, Procurement, Tendering
To ensure compliance with company policies, processes and procedures related to the management of commercial aspects
To ensure suitable controls are in place in support of financial deliverables

Requirements

sap

finance degree

accounting qualification

problem solver

contract types

commercial awareness

Ability to work under pressure and to a deadline
Relationship builder with strong commercial Awareness
Proven track record in a similar role
Knowledge/previous use of SAP (desirable)
Problem Solver
Highly personable
High level of discretion and confidentiality
Experience in a fast-paced work environment
Assertive and confident
Self-starter and team player with excellent communication skills
Experience of different contract types
Possess a finance degree or be working towards a recognised accounting qualification or have suitable relevant experience working in a similar Commercial or Financial role (desirable)

Benefits

Information not given or found

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

Information not given or found

Company

Overview

Founded in 2018

Year of Formation

Merged two established firms to combine onshore and offshore engineering expertise.

£400m+ Revenue

Annual Turnover

Annually handles multimillion-pound contracts for steel, piping, and EC&I installations at major chemical plants.

14 UK Hubs

Network Size

Maintains a network of 14 hubs across the UK to provide full-life-cycle asset services.

Delivers full-life-cycle asset services from concept to decommissioning.
Specializes in specialized trades like insulation, scaffolding, inspection, E&IC, and digital systems.
Offers integrated smart engineering solutions backed by global industrial automation expertise.
Shifts legacy oil-and-gas skills into renewable energy, including wind, hydrogen, and carbon capture through strategic mergers.

Culture + Values

We take responsibility for our actions and are committed to doing what‘s right. We take care of each other and never compromise on safety, act with integrity as well as in compliance with rules. We contribute positively to our communities and the environment.
We achieve excellence by setting bold goals and pushing ourselves to meet them. With hard work, persistence and forward thinking, we continuously improve and innovate.
We are passionate about our work and committed to delivering high‑quality results. Our strong work ethic drives us to exceed customer expectations in every task we’re entrusted with.
We are determined to continuously keep learning – about our customers, their industries, about new technologies and digital opportunities. Our found expertise allows us to provide the best solutions and stay ahead in our ﬁeld.
We believe in the power of teamwork. By working closely together across all regions and markets, both with our colleagues and customers, we leverage our collective talents and skills to achieve the best results.

Environment + Sustainability

2050 Target

Net-Zero Commitment

Aims to achieve net-zero emissions by 2050 as part of its UK and global strategy.

1 Million Homes

Energy Storage Capacity

Liquid air storage project capable of storing renewable energy for 1 million homes for one hour.

Structured 'net zero roadmap' comprising development, design and implementation phases to improve energy and carbon efficiency in industrial plants.
Engaged in UK-based renewable energy and decarbonisation projects – including floating wind farms (Aspen, Beech, Cedar), liquid air energy storage, CO₂ reverse-coal pilot, hydrogen-ready gas network upgrades.
Hydrogen-ready pipeline upgrades supporting UK gas network’s transition by 2050.

Inclusion & Diversity

Equal opportunities in hiring and development regardless of ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, religion, ideology, disability or age :contentReference[oaicite:5]{index=5}.
Diversity recognised as a key factor for corporate success :contentReference[oaicite:6]{index=6}.

Articles

About Us – Bilfinger in the UK

History – Bilfinger UK’s Corporate History

Press Release – Multi‑million‑pound Cadent gas network contract