Estimator IV

Zachry Group

. Lead the development of conceptual, FEED, and detailed EPC capital cost estimates for power, process, industrial, and nuclear projects .

Posted 10/22/2026full-timeUnited StatesSeniorLeadWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in developing comprehensive capital cost estimates for power, process, industrial, and nuclear projects, utilizing advanced estimating software and methodologies. Proven ability to lead multidisciplinary teams, mentor junior estimators, and effectively communicate estimate results to stakeholders.

Highest-signal resume keywords

EPC Estimating ExperienceCleopatra Enterprise ProficiencyPower Generation EstimationRisk Analysis and Contingency ModelingLeadership in Estimate Development

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Hard Skills

Capital Cost EstimationClass 5 to Class 1 EstimatesConstruction Means and MethodsLabor Productivity AnalysisQuantity TakeoffsCost ForecastingContingency DevelopmentEngineering Deliverable ReviewBenchmarking and Productivity MetricsEstimate Validation

Soft Skills

Analytical SkillsOrganizational SkillsCommunication SkillsMentoringCollaboration

Tools & Technologies

Cleopatra EnterpriseAspen Capital Cost Estimator

Industry Keywords

EPCMDesign-BuildPower GenerationNuclear ProjectsDepartment of EnergyCost EstimationProject ControlsEarned Value ManagementProposal DevelopmentIndustrial Projects

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead the development of conceptual, FEED, and detailed EPC capital cost estimates for power, process, industrial, and nuclear projects
Prepare and review estimate basis documents, assumptions, exclusions, risks, and estimate methodologies
Coordinate with engineering, procurement, construction, project controls, and business development teams to develop accurate project cost forecasts
Develop direct and indirect cost estimates including labor, materials, equipment, subcontractors, construction services, and home office costs
Utilize historical data, benchmarking, and productivity metrics to validate estimate accuracy and identify opportunities for improvement
Perform quantity reviews and estimate validation using engineering deliverables, vendor quotations, and historical project information
Evaluate project risks and develop appropriate contingency recommendations based on estimate maturity and project complexity
Lead estimate review meetings and present estimate results to project leadership, clients, and executive management
Support proposal development, project pursuits, and business development activities
Mentor junior estimators and provide technical guidance on estimating methodologies, systems, and best practices
Collaborate with project controls teams to ensure alignment between estimating, scheduling, forecasting, and project execution strategies
Support estimate-to-project handoff activities and provide estimating support throughout project execution as required

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Quantity Surveying, Business, or related technical field
10+ years of estimating experience supporting EPC, EPCM, design-build, or major capital project environments
Demonstrated experience developing estimates for power generation, process, chemical, refining, LNG, industrial, or nuclear projects
Advanced proficiency with Cleopatra Enterprise estimating software
Experience developing Class 5 through Class 1 estimates
Strong understanding of construction means and methods, labor productivity, equipment costs, indirect costs, escalation, and contingency development
Experience reviewing engineering deliverables including PFDs, P&IDs, plot plans, equipment lists, specifications, and quantity takeoffs
Ability to lead estimate teams and coordinate multidisciplinary estimate development efforts
Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills
Ability to effectively present estimate results to senior leadership and clients
Preferred: Experience estimating combined-cycle power generation projects
Preferred: Experience supporting nuclear or Department of Energy projects
Preferred: Aspen Capital Cost Estimator experience or certification
Preferred: Experience with risk analysis and contingency modeling
Preferred: Experience supporting proposals exceeding $100M in total installed cost
Preferred: Knowledge of project controls, scheduling, earned value management, and cost forecasting processes

Benefits

Comp & perks

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