Senior Cost Engineer - EPC

Ampirical shapes the future of the power grid with precision, innovation, and purpose. We focus on quality, forward-thinking solutions, and empowering our team to grow and thrive. Our Operations group combines in-house engineering, procurement, project management, and construction management expertise to serve as a highly qualified and respected EPC partner in the electric utility industry. We maintain an unwavering focus on schedules and budgets, ensuring successful project completion through strong project management practices and proactive risk assessment.

About the role

As a Cost Engineer, you’ll be the financial cornerstone of our project controls team—owning cost analysis, budget tracking, and forecasting across EPC projects. You’ll collaborate closely with project managers and stakeholders to ensure cost transparency, accuracy, and efficiency throughout the project lifecycle. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in fast-paced environments, has a strong analytical mindset, and wants to take ownership of cost-related decision-making.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development, tracking, and reporting of detailed project cost plans, budgets, and forecasts
• Collaborate with schedulers and project managers to ensure alignment between schedules, resources, and budgets
• Review and analyze project cost performance to identify variances and provide actionable insights
• Monitor earned value metrics and prepare comprehensive cost reports for internal and client stakeholders
• Support procurement and contract cost control, including change order tracking and invoice reconciliation
• Ensure financial compliance with corporate policies and support audits or reviews as needed
• Assist with proposal cost modeling and baseline budget creation
• Contribute to process improvements that enhance cost tracking and project visibility

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Construction Management, or related field
• 5+ years of cost controls experience on EPC projects
• Expertise in Microsoft Excel
• Familiarity with reading project schedules in P6 (preferred but not required)
• Utility industry experience (strongly preferred)
• Excellent analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills
• Strong understanding of the overall Project Management Organization function
• Ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple projects simultaneously

Benefits

• Hourly range: $43–$55 (dependent on experience, education, and qualifications)
• Semi-annual, performance-based bonus (10%–20% of salary)
• Day-one medical, dental, and vision benefits
• 401(k) with 4% match and immediate vesting
• 3 weeks PTO + 10 paid holidays
• Every other Friday off (flexible work schedule)
• Advancement opportunities and tuition reimbursement
• Gym membership stipend, wellness program, fertility benefits, and pet insurance