Senior Cost Estimator

Opportunity to work on large-scale transmission and grid modernization projectsLong-term growth potential and collaborative leadership teamAbout Our ClientOur client is a nationally recognized engineering consulting organization known for supporting complex power delivery and utility infrastructure projects across the country. They combine the technical depth and project sophistication of large industry-leading engineering firms with the agility, collaboration, and employee-focused culture of a growing organization. Their team supports major electric utility clients across transmission, substation, and grid modernization initiatives, with a strong reputation for technical excellence, stability, and long-term client relationships.Job DescriptionOur client is seeking a motivated professional capable of supporting multiple functions within project management, including cost estimating, project engineering, scheduling, and project controls. This position will support large-scale infrastructure and utility-related projects from early conceptual planning through construction execution.Prepare detailed capital cost estimates using company tools, databases, and historical project dataPerform material quantity take-offs, labor pricing, and coordinate with vendors to obtain equipment and material pricingDevelop conceptual, ROM, fair-cost, and construction-level estimatesApply appropriate productivity factors, escalation, and markups to estimatesCoordinate schedules and information flow with engineering and project teams to ensure timely estimate completionOrganize and maintain cost and quantity information within estimating databasesPrepare cash flow projections, escalation calculations, and estimate basis documentationCoordinate with engineering teams to validate quantities, drawings, scope definitions, and equipment listsSupport development of engineering studies, reports, and equipment listsImplement project controls methodologies and project management toolsPerform CPI/SPI calculations using earned value management principlesAssist project teams with budget reconciliation, bid comparisons, cost tracking, and variance analysisMPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.The Successful ApplicantRequiredBachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Business, or related field5+ years of relevant estimating, project controls, or project engineering experienceStrong understanding of estimating practices from conceptual design through construction executionExperience supporting engineering or construction oversight activitiesAdvanced Excel skills with the ability to build moderately complex spreadsheets and cost modelsStrong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to work collaboratively across teamsExperience with project controls, planning, scheduling, and earned value management principlesPreferredExperience within the utility, power delivery, or energy infrastructure industryInternship, co-op, or related engineering/project controls experience within engineering or construction environmentsFamiliarity with Primavera P6 scheduling softwareWhat's On OfferCompetitive salary ranging from $100,000 to $150,000 USD annually.Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision coverage.Opportunities for professional growth and development within the organization.Work in a supportive and collaborative environment.Opportunity to support large-scale grid modernization and utility infrastructure programsStrong project backlog and long-term growth potentialCollaborative and technically focused environmentCompetitive compensation package with bonus potentialComprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, and retirement plansFlexible work environment depending on project needsCareer advancement opportunities into technical leadership and project management pathsContact: Cullen SheridanQuote job ref: JN-052026-7016825