EPC Cost Estimator III

EPITEC; United States; On-site; USD 90,000 - 103,000; Full time

Job summary

EPITEC seeks an EPC Cost Estimator III to support bids and cost analysis across disciplines. Prepare detailed estimates for medium-complexity projects with mentorship from senior estimators.

You will develop pricing, perform quantity takeoffs, review drawings, and maintain cost databases, coordinating estimating efforts and applying standard cost factors. Remote USA option available.

Qualifications

• Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Experience interpreting cost data and estimating techniques.
• Familiarity with multiple disciplines and bid coordination.

Responsibilities

• Prepare complete cost estimates for assigned projects using industry-standard estimating guidelines.
• Develop pricing based on estimating guides, historical data, and project requirements.
• Perform quantity takeoffs and prepare discipline-specific cost estimates.
• Review proposal specifications, drawings, and meetings to determine project scope and estimate requirements.
• Coordinate overall estimating efforts for bids and projects.
• Utilize cost estimating software with guidance from senior estimators.
• Break estimates into detailed WBS structures including material, labor, and equipment.
• Apply markups, contingencies, and construction cost factors according to established standards.
• Maintain detailed documentation supporting estimate calculations and update cost databases.
• Interface with owners, engineers, architects, and contractors to assess feasibility and cost data.

Skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Multi-tasking

Independent yet collaborative

Education

Associate/Bachelor degree

Tools

Estimating software

Job description

Summary

Join our team as an EPC Cost Estimator and play a key role in supporting project bids and cost analysis across multiple disciplines. This position involves preparing detailed estimates for medium-complexity projects, utilizing industry-standard tools and methodologies. You will collaborate with senior estimators and project stakeholders to ensure accurate, competitive, and well-structured cost estimates while gaining hands-on experience and mentorship.

Job Title

EPC Cost Estimator III

Location

Based in Jackson, Michigan

Schedule

Fully Remote in USA

Type

Full-Time Ongoing Contract

Pay Range: $65/hr-$75/hr

Work Authorization: W2 only (No C2C)

Relocation: Not available

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare complete cost estimates for assigned projects using industry-standard estimating guidelines.
• Develop pricing based on estimating guides, historical data, and project requirements.
• Perform quantity takeoffs and prepare discipline-specific cost estimates.
• Review proposal specifications, drawings, and attend meetings to determine project scope and estimate requirements.
• Coordinate overall estimating efforts for assigned bids and projects.
• Utilize cost estimating software with guidance from senior estimators.
• Break estimates into detailed WBS structures including material, labor, and equipment.
• Apply markups, contingencies, and construction cost factors according to established standards.
• Maintain detailed documentation and back-/up files supporting estimate calculations.
• Assist in maintaining and updating internal cost databases.
• Interface with owners, engineers, architects, and contractors to assess project feasibility and cost data.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 1–2 years of construction cost estimating experience.
• Knowledge of estimating techniques, cost control, and interpreting computerized cost data systems.
• Exposure to multiple estimating disciplines including Civil, Structural, Mechanical, Electrical, Instrumentation & Controls (I&C), Pipeline, Storage, and M&R.
• Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating with cross-functional teams.

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree preferred (or equivalent hands-on estimating experience).
• Experience working with estimating software tools.
• Familiarity with construction cost structures, WBS development, and bid coordination.