# Cost Estimator at Fervo Energy

- Company: Fervo Energy
- What the company does: Fervo Energy develops and operates next-generation geothermal power projects that produce continuous, low-carbon electricity by tapping heat from deep beneath the Earth’s surface. Backed by Activate Venture Partners.
- Company website: https://fervoenergy.com
- Type: Startups
- Level: Mid level
- Location: Houston, TX, Salt Lake City, UT, Milford, UT
- Work setup: On-site
- Posted: 2026-10-16
- Apply by: 2026-11-30
- Apply: https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/fervoenergy/jobs/4455781009?utm_source=1752vc&utm_medium=careers
- Page: https://www.1752.vc/careers/jobs/fervo-energy-cost-estimator/

## About the role

Cost Estimation: Develop and maintain cost estimates (conceptual, budgetary, and detailed/AACE Class 1-5) for geothermal well pads, power facilities, and supporting infrastructure. Cost Models and Databases: Build cost models and estimate databases covering surface facilities, electrical interconnection, and balance-of-plant scope. Maintain historical cost databases, unit rates, and escalation factors, and continuously improve estimating tools, templates, and methodology. Found on 1752vc Careers, the job board for startup and VC roles.

## What they're looking for

- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related technical field, or equivalent experience
- 3+ years of cost estimating experience in geothermal, power generation, industrial construction, or a related capital-intensive industry
- Working knowledge of estimating methodologies and classifications (e.g., AACE International recommended practices)
- Strong Excel modeling skills, experience with cost estimating or project controls software (e.g., cost databases, benchmarking tools) is a plus
- Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, scopes of work, and vendor quotes
- Excellent communication skills, with the ability to present estimates and assumptions clearly to cross-functional teams

Tags: Construction

Source: 1752vc Careers, https://www.1752.vc/careers/jobs/fervo-energy-cost-estimator/