Assistant Project Control Engineer

Rolls-Royce SMR

. Support the development and maintenance of project budgets, forecasts and cost reporting processes .

Posted 11/11/2026full-timeDerby • United KingdomMid-LevelSenior💰 £30,000 - £39,375 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in project cost control, budgeting, and forecasting, with a strong ability to analyze data and provide meaningful insights. Proficient in collaborating with cross-functional teams to maintain cost integrity and support project delivery in complex, regulated environments.

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Project Cost ControlBudgetingForecastingExcel ReportingPower BI

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Hard Skills

Cost ReportingVariance AnalysisKPI TrackingData ManagementCost Management

Soft Skills

Strong CommunicationCollaborative ApproachDesire to Learn

Tools & Technologies

Power BISAPExcel

Certifications & Qualifications

Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) ClearanceDisclosure and Barring Service (DBS) CheckBasic Financial Probity Check

Industry Keywords

InfrastructureEnergyNuclearProject ControlsRegulated Projects

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support the development and maintenance of project budgets, forecasts and cost reporting processes
Track actual costs, commitments and accruals to ensure accurate project performance data
Collaborate with planners, Project Controls Managers and Work Package Managers to maintain cost integrity across assigned scopes
Contribute to performance reporting, dashboard creation, KPI tracking and variance analysis activities
Report to a Cost Engineer or Project Controls Manager
Build specialist expertise in cost management, forecasting and project performance within complex, regulated projects

Requirements

What you’ll need

A degree or equivalent qualification in Engineering, Construction Management, Finance or a related discipline, or comparable industry experience
Knowledge of project cost control, budgeting, forecasting or project controls principles
Experience using Excel for reporting, analysis and data management
Exposure to tools such as Power BI, SAP or similar systems advantageous
A collaborative approach, strong communication skills and a genuine desire to learn and develop professionally
Experience supporting project delivery environments
Ability to turn data into meaningful project insights
Experience within infrastructure, energy, nuclear or similarly complex industries beneficial but not essential
Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) clearance required
Satisfactory completion of a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check required
Satisfactory completion of a basic financial probity check required

Benefits

Comp & perks

Performance related bonus of up to 7%
Benefits Allowance – £2,200, enabling you to create a bespoke package
Pension - 12% employer and 6% employee contributions
28 days holiday (+ public holidays)
Ability to buy or sell up to 4 days
Private Medical Insurance - BUPA single cover health care
Life Assurance - 6x pensionable pay
£250 one-off payment for new starters for home office purchases
Flexible, inclusive, and supportive working environment
Opportunities for career growth
Culture that values diversity, innovation, and continuous learning