At COP, we're here to unlock the full potential of offshore wind to power the world, and there's no time to waste.
As part of our team, you'll work on market-leading projects with some of the most experienced and passionate people in the industry. Together, we get stuff done and own the impact of our work, with respect and safety always at the core. Founded in 2015, we are the exclusive offshore wind development partner to Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners, the world's largest dedicated fund manager within greenfield energy investments.
So, if you are ready to go further than you ever imagined, we are eager to hear from you and encourage you to apply.
The Role
We are looking for a
Devex / Capex Cost Controller to join the Project Management Office (PMO) and support the financial management of offshore wind development projects.
In this role, you will be responsible for
cost management, budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting, ensuring that project financial data is accurate and reflects the latest approved budgets and forecasts. You will work closely with package managers, project leadership, and finance teams to support
effective cost control, transparency, and informed decision-making throughout the project lifecycle.
Your Key Responsibilities Will Include
- Manage the project cost management process, ensuring the finance system contains the latest approved project budget and forecast information for both Devex and Capex.
- Support package managers in ensuring the value of work done (VOWD) is accurately reflected in the financial systems and aligned with project progress.
- Support the implementation and maintenance of the project work breakdown structure (WBS) within the finance and reporting systems.
- Prepare and maintain monthly cost and liquidity forecasts, including analysis of variances against approved budgets and previous forecasts.
- Support the month-end financial closing process, ensuring costs incurred, accruals, and value of work done are correctly reflected in project reporting.
- Prepare monthly reporting packs and cost reports for the project management team, including narrative explanations of key variances and cost drivers , and facilitate the preparation of Purchase Requisitions and supporting decision material .
- Support the project contingency management process, tracking contingency usage and supporting governance and reporting requirements.
- Coordinate with finance and investment model teams to ensure alignment between project reporting and financial modelling assumptions.
Your Experience
- Degree in Finance, Economics, Engineering, Project Management, or a related discipline.
- Experience in project cost control, financial planning, or project finance, ideally within large infrastructure, construction, or energy projects.
- Good understanding of project cost management processes, including budgeting, forecasting, accruals, and variance analysis.
- Experience working with financial systems or ERP tools and managing project financial data.
- Strong analytical and communication skills, with the ability to translate financial data into clear reporting and insights for project stakeholders.
What Is It Like To Work With Us
We are proud of the unique career opportunities we offer and have taken great care to build a culture that supports our ambitions. By joining us, you will:
- Be at the heart of the action Work on projects that shape the future of our evolving industry, collaborating with industry leaders and influencing change on a global scale.
- Be encouraged to be brave Move at pace, make bold decisions, and drive the energy transition forward.
- Be trusted to thrive Work with autonomy in a diverse, respectful, and empowering environment where contributions are valued and your growth matters.
What You Can Expect
- Competitive salary and benefits package adapted to market.
- Flexibility and autonomy The freedom to shape your workday to balance professional and personal commitments.
- Career growth and development Learn from industry leaders, take ownership of your career path, and be exposed to the full offshore wind project lifecycle.
- International exposure Work across multiple markets, engage with global stakeholders, and build an international network of industry leaders.
- Global and inclusive culture Join an international team where diverse perspectives are valued, and collaboration is at the heart of everything we do.
We kindly ask that all applications be submitted in English, as only applications in English will be considered.
We will conduct ongoing interviews; therefore, early application is encouraged. As a part of our commitment to creating a diverse, inclusive and equitable recruitment process, we request that you do not include a personal photo on your CV.
If you have any questions concerning this position, please contact [Confidential Information] . We will handle your information with confidentiality and handle all personal data in accordance with our Privacy Notice.
Please Note
We unfortunately are not considering staffing agency inquiries or submissions for open opportunities for our team. We appreciate your respect for our current approach and if future opportunities arise where we require external assistance, we will reach out to selected agencies directly.
