Senior Cost Estimator - Power Generation

Consertus-US • Saint Louis, MO

8h • Onsite

About The Position

Consertus is seeking an experienced Senior Cost Estimator to lead cost management for a power generation engagement. The role supports development and re-baselining of project cost estimates at the 0%, 60%, 90%, and IFC design gates in accordance with AACE 18R-97 Class-2 practice. It also supports verification of Estimate at Completion (EAC) calculations at each stage gate and leads cost variance and overrun analysis.

The position sets the methodology for monthly payment application review. At close-out, it leads review of final cost records, identifies cost recovery opportunities, and prepares the final cost report. Additional work includes assessing estimates created by others, reviewing invoices, supporting retirement unit cost calculations, updating owner’s estimates, and reviewing allowable cost tracking and contractual requirements during design.

This is a full-time, on-site position in St. Louis, Missouri. The compensation range is $115,000–$160,000. Candidates must be able to pass a background check and, where applicable, a drug screening in accordance with client and project requirements.

Requirements

• Prior experience working on coal or natural gas power generation projects.
• 5–10 years of cost estimating experience.
• Working knowledge of AACE estimating classifications and practices, including AACE 18R-97.
• Experience with Earned Value Management (EVM) methodology and invoice review.
• Strong analytical and cost variance analysis skills.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to pass a background check and, where applicable, a drug screening in accordance with client and project requirements.

Responsibilities

• Lead cost management for the engagement across all project phases.
• Support development and re-baselining of the project cost estimate at each design gate (0%, 60%, 90%, and IFC) in accordance with AACE 18R-97 Class-2 practice.
• Support verification of Estimate at Completion (EAC) calculations at each stage gate.
• Lead cost variance and overrun analysis.
• Set the methodology for monthly payment application review.
• Lead review of final cost records, identify cost recovery opportunities, and prepare the final cost report at close-out.
• Review and assess estimates created by others at each design gate.
• Assess the contractor’s Earned Value Management (EVM) methodology.
• Review invoices and support retirement unit cost calculations.
• Update owner’s estimates and prepare a Class-2 estimate at each design gate.
• Conduct monthly review of allowable cost tracking and contractual requirements during design.

Benefits

• Comprehensive core medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• Employer-paid life and disability coverage.
• Voluntary benefits, including pet insurance, pre-paid legal, hospitalization, critical illness, and accident insurance.
• 401(k) with day-one eligibility, including a 100% company match on the first 3% of eligible compensation and a 50% match on contributions between 3% and 5%.
• 10 paid holidays.
• PTO starting at 15 days annually and growing up to 25 days with tenure.
• Access to Consertus Academy for continuous learning and development.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed