Project Cost Controller - Energy

You will provide commercial leadership across a portfolio of projects, helping clients make informed decisions and navigate commercial challenges with confidence. By developing robust cost plans, advising on procurement and contract strategies, managing cost reporting and supporting contract administration activities, you will play a pivotal role in driving project success.

Working as a trusted advisor, you will build strong relationships with clients, contractors and project teams, representing Stantec throughout project delivery. Your ability to identify and manage commercial risks, challenge assumptions and provide practical solutions will help ensure projects remain commercially sound while delivering critical infrastructure that enables a more resilient and sustainable energy future.

You will be a commercially minded Quantity Surveyor or Cost Consultant with experience supporting and leading delivery of commercial responsibilities in infrastructure, utilities or energy projects and a genuine passion for delivering value through effective cost and commercial management.

Ideally, you will bring:

Experience across quantity surveying, cost control, estimating, budgeting and cost planning, with the ability to provide clear commercial insight throughout the project lifecycle.

A strong understanding of contract administration, construction contracts and commercial management processes, including change control, valuations, cost reporting, procurement and risk management.

Knowledge of NEC contracts, particularly Options A, C and E, alongside familiarity with industry measurement methodologies and measurement software.

The ability to identify commercial risks, provide practical advice and support project teams in achieving successful project outcomes.

Excellent communication, stakeholder management and relationship-building skills, with the confidence to work independently while managing multiple priorities.

Experience working within a consultancy environment and collaborating with clients, contractors and multidisciplinary project teams.

Experience in the Energy Sector and large Civil Engineering projects.

A degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, Construction Law or a related discipline.Chartered status with RICS or equivalent professional accreditation, or a clear commitment towards achieving chartership.

At Stantec, you will join a collaborative team working on projects that make a real difference. You will have the opportunity to develop your career, work alongside recognised industry experts, and contribute to some of the most important energy and infrastructure programmes in the UK.

We put people first: We are proud of our friendly, inclusive and collaborative environment where everyone feels valued and driven to succeed.

We are driven to achieve: Named in the top 50 companies to work by Glassdoor 2025.

We do what is right: Industry leading training and development as well as paid for professional subscriptions. A professional progression plan, supporting you to become chartered.

We are better together: A supportive and collaborative team environment and wider ERG network (see more on our ERGs here: Stantec Employee Resource Groups )

Growth: We are on an exciting growth journey across the UK - we want you to be part of it!

Great Benefits: Competitive salary, bonus schemes, enhanced pension plan, annual leave with the option to buy/sell additional days, private medical insurance, group income protection & life assurance included as standard as well as discounted gym membership and lots more.

Hybrid / Flexible working: Enjoy a healthy work-life balance with our hybrid approach to flexible working.