Senior Estimator - Electrical EPC, Growth & Impact

Ampirical; Covington (LA); On-site; USD 105,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary range

Performance bonus

Day-one benefits

401k match

PTO and holidays

Flexible schedule

Job summary

Ampirical in Covington, LA is seeking a Senior Estimator to lead the development of multi-disciplinary cost estimates for engineering projects in the power sector. You will validate inputs across disciplines, integrate vendor pricing and internal models, and mentor junior staff while ensuring bids meet client and contractual requirements.

Join an EPC-focused team with strong project controls, risk assessment, and a commitment to on-time, on-budget delivery.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of cost estimating experience in engineering, construction, or a related field.
• College degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related discipline preferred (experience in lieu of education acceptable)
• Proven ability to lead complex, multi-disciplinary estimates with minimal oversight
• Experience interpreting bid documents/RFPs and reviewing subcontractor quotes
• Advanced Excel proficiency; familiarity with estimating software and document control systems
• Strong communication skills and experience mentoring junior staff
• Powersafe Training required (or willingness to complete upon hire); valid driver's license required
• PMP certification a plus

Responsibilities

• Lead development of multi-disciplinary cost estimates, integrating vendor pricing, internal cost models, and productivity/labor adjustments
• Analyze historical cost data and maintain a benchmarked cost database
• Interpret bid documents and RFPs, directing bid package assembly and quality control
• Coordinate with schedulers, procurement, and engineering to keep estimates aligned with timelines and scope
• Review subcontractor quotes and support vendor negotiations
• Perform constructability reviews and develop value engineering (VE) proposals
• Build risk registers, contingency strategies, and assumption/exclusion documentation
• Prepare client-ready estimate reports and presentations
• Mentor junior estimating staff

Skills

Excel proficiency

Cost estimating experience

Powersafe Training

Driver's license

PMP certification

Education

Engineering degree

Tools

Estimating software

Document control systems

Job description

Ampirical in Covington, LA is seeking a Senior Estimator to lead the development of multi-disciplinary cost estimates for engineering projects in the power sector. You will validate inputs across disciplines, integrate vendor pricing and internal models, and mentor junior staff while ensuring bids meet client and contractual requirements.

Join an EPC-focused team with strong project controls, risk assessment, and a commitment to on-time, on-budget delivery.