Job Title
EPC Cost Estimator III
Location
Based in Jackson, Michigan
Schedule
Fully Remote
Type
Full-Time Ongoing Contract
Pay Rate: $75–$78/hour
Work Authorization: W2 only (No C2C)
Relocation: Not available
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.
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.
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