What are the responsibilities and job description for the Cost Engineer position at Ampirical?
Join Our Team as a Cost Engineer
📍 Location: Metairie, LA (3–6 month training period in Covington, LA required)
About Ampirical
At Ampirical, we're shaping the future of the power grid with precision, innovation, and purpose. Just as the ampere is the foundation of electric current, Ampirical is a core force driving the energy sector forward. We focus on quality, forward-thinking solutions, and empowering our team to grow and thrive.
We don’t just build projects—we build careers. If you’re looking for a place where your contributions matter and your professional development is supported every step of the way, we’d love to meet you. Watch this video to get a glimpse into our culture.
Why Ampirical?
💰 Salary Range: $65,000 – $105,000 (based on experience and qualifications)
🎉 Sign-On Bonus
📈 Profit-Sharing Bonus: Semi-annual, performance-based (3.5% to 11.5% of salary)
🩺 Day-One Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision
💼 401(k) with 4% match and immediate vesting
🏖️ PTO: 120 hours annually 10 paid holidays
🗓️ Flexible Work Schedule: Every other Friday off
📚 Career Development: Advancement opportunities, tuition reimbursement
🧘 Perks: Gym membership stipend, wellness program, fertility benefits, pet insurance, and more
Your Role: Cost Engineer
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.
What You’ll Do
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Lead the development, tracking, and reporting of detailed project cost plans, budgets, and forecasts
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Collaborate with schedulers and project managers to ensure alignment between schedules, resources, and budgets
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Review and analyze project cost performance to identify variances and provide actionable insights
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Monitor earned value metrics and prepare comprehensive cost reports for internal and client stakeholders
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Support procurement and contract cost control, including change order tracking and invoice reconciliation
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Ensure financial compliance with corporate policies and support audits or reviews as needed
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Assist with proposal cost modeling and baseline budget creation
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Contribute to process improvements that enhance cost tracking and project visibility
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Familiarity with P6 is a plus, but not a primary requirement
What You Bring
🎓 Education: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Business, or a related field
📊 Experience: 5 years in project cost control, ideally within utility or EPC environments
💡 Skills: Strong Excel and financial analysis skills; knowledge of project controls systems/tools
💬 Communication: Able to clearly present cost status, forecasts, and risks to stakeholders
🔧 Bonus: Experience with Primavera P6, but not required
Why This Role Matters
In this role, you won’t just be tracking numbers—you’ll be guiding critical financial decisions that ensure the success of high-impact projects. You’ll work alongside a smart, supportive team while helping shape the infrastructure of tomorrow’s energy grid.
Ready to Own the Numbers and Drive Real Impact?
Apply today and step into a role where precision, leadership, and innovation come together to power the future.
Ampirical is an Equal Opportunity Employer, meaning we do not discriminate based on the following characteristics in our hiring and employment practices: Age, sex, color, race, creed, national origin, religion or religious attire, marital status, pregnancy (child birth or related medical conditions), citizenship status or amnesty, ancestry, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, sickle-cell trait, status as a tobacco user or non-user, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law.
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Salary : $65,000 - $105,000
