Cost Engineer Jobs in United Kingdom
All jobs below are from employers who hold a valid UK sponsor licence and can issue a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS).
Cost Engineer roles are classified under Estimators, valuers and assessors (SOC 3541) and qualify for UK Skilled Worker visa sponsorship. Employers with a valid sponsor licence can hire internationally for this role. View our occupation codes & salary thresholds to understand how the required salary is calculated. As a shortage occupation, a lower salary bar and extra immigration points may apply.
UK market salary · ASHE 2025
What estimators, valuers and assessors earn in the UK
UK market basic pay at a glance
How visa salary requirements compare to what employers pay.
Most estimators, valuers and assessors in the UK earn between £30,888 and £51,168 in basic pay. For Skilled Worker visa holders, the minimum salary (going rate) for this role is £35,300 (SOC 3541), sitting at the 40th percentile of what UK employers pay and £2,868 below the median. Since this falls below the general salary threshold, sponsors must pay at least £41,700.
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Overview Are you naturally detail-focused with a passion for turning complex data into clear, actionable insight? We're looking for someone who takes ownership of accuracy and enjoys working closely with teams to support successful project delivery. In this role, you'll play a key part in ensuring cost data is robust, reliable, and aligned to project goals. You'll bring clarity to financial performance through reporting, analysis and forecasting, helping project teams make informed decisions. Yo
Job Title: Cost Engineer Location: Leatherhead, UK Duration/End: 31st January 2028 Client: Leading Global Energy Operator Job Purpose The role of the Cost Engineer provides advisory support to the project management team related to all the cost related activities. The candidate will act as the interface between the Business Team and the rest of the team. Key Responsibilities and Duties Communicate assigned project issues/concerns directly to Project Manager, (Sr. Cost Engineer) and Business Ad
At Mace, our purpose is to redefine the boundaries of ambition. We believe in creating places that are responsible, bringing transformative impact to our people, communities and societies across the globe. To learn more about our purpose, culture and priorities, visit our strategy site. Within our consult business we harness our unique combination of leading-edge practical expertise and project delivery to unlock the potential in every project. The project: Providing crucial engineering and desi
Job Purpose: Deliver accurate, timely and insightful cost control across the assigned contract, division or business unit. Provide the Project/Contract Manager/Director and key stakeholders with clear visibility of financial performance through robust budgeting, forecasting, analysis, control measures and reporting. Key Responsibilities: • Prepare and issue high-quality client cost reports and deliverables, including trend analysis, risk commentary and narrative. • Attend and contribute to all c
We are hiring for Cost Engineer at Aldermaston, UK – 2-3 days per week Onsite Security Clearance: Active DV Clearance is must have Key Accountabilities: Complying with appropriate procedures, processes and systems to ensure the quality and consistency of data. Supporting the preparation, monitoring and control of forecasts and budgets for specified projects, including change control. Support system interrogation and performance measurement of actual expenditure and performance, including accrual
Mechanical Cost Engineer (Estimator) London – Hybrid Permanent Summary This role sits within the Estimating team and focuses on delivering accurate and competitive mechanical (MEP) cost estimates across projects in London and the South, over a broad variety of sectors such as infrastructure, commercial, healthcare, and energy. Key Responsibilities Prepare detailed mechanical (MEP) cost estimates and take-offs Support tendering and work-winning activities Review drawings, specs, and tender docume
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🎯 Job Purpose / Overview The Cost Engineer will play an integral part of project delivery which is designed to positively contribute, influence and underpin success across Engineering, Procurement & Manufacturing, Construction & Commissioning of a Nuclear Power Station. The Cost and Forecasting discipline is aligned to the three critical success factors to successfully deliver the project objectives and underpin stakeholder confidence i.e. Integrated baseline delivery; EPC critical path executio
Location : Bridgwater Job Type : Permanent, Full time Field : Nuclear Way of working : Hybrid (2 days remotely) Education Level : Master’s degree or equivalent in project management, project controls, engineering, or another related field Experience : at least 2 years of relevant experience Salary: Attractive following experience Starting date: ASAP ABOUT US KURY UK Ltd is part of an international company, Kury Groupe, 100% dedicated to the nuclear field with 26 years of experience in nuclear en
Bilfinger UK is a leading engineering and maintenance provider, supporting customers across the chemical & petrochemical, nuclear, oil & gas, pharmaceuticals & biopharma, power & energy, utilities, renewables and food & beverage markets. We enhance the efficiency of assets, ensuring a high level of availability and reducing maintenance costs. We have extensive experience in offshore and onshore facilities; specialising in asset management services throughout all life cycle ph
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. Cost Engineer roles fall under SOC 3541 (Estimators, valuers and assessors), which is eligible for UK Skilled Worker visa sponsorship. Employers with a valid sponsor licence can sponsor Cost Engineer positions.