Location: Charlotte, NC (Relocation Required – Assistance Provided)

Type: Full-Time, Monday–Friday Schedule

Travel: 5% (primarily for conferences or internal meetings)

Compensation: $110,000 – $127,000 base salary + bonus + profit sharing

Position Overview

Join a global project controls team that leads cost estimation for high-capital industrial projects across the steel and energy sectors. As the Cost Estimator, you’ll own all estimating functions for major DRI (Direct Reduction Iron) plant projects—from new facility construction to aftermarket upgrades and feasibility studies.

You’ll interpret engineering drawings, develop detailed cost models, and collaborate directly with internal stakeholders across engineering, procurement, and executive leadership. In this high-impact, individual contributor role, you will lead end-to-end cost estimation, create work breakdown structures and financial models, maintain historical cost data, and present final estimates to senior leadership.

You’ll also support proposal development, respond to RFPs, and integrate estimates into scheduling and ERP systems. During your onboarding, you’ll work directly with the outgoing estimator to ensure a smooth transition before they retire.

Relocation to Charlotte, NC is required for this role. Comprehensive relocation assistance is offered to help you make the move with ease.

Why Join Us?

• Critical Impact: Own the full estimating lifecycle for large-scale industrial projects
• Competitive Compensation: $110K–$127K base salary (depending on experience) + profit sharing + discretionary bonus
• Robust Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision coverage starting Day 1, plus a 401(k) match up to 6%
• Work-Life Balance: 4 weeks of paid vacation, paid volunteer time, and half-day Fridays
• Extra Perks: Tuition reimbursement, employee recognition programs, and sports ticket raffles

What You Bring

• 6+ years of estimating experience in industrial, EPC, or heavy manufacturing projects (10+ years preferred)
• Proven success estimating complex projects over $100M in scope
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related technical field
• Expert-level proficiency in Microsoft Excel and familiarity with cost estimating software
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, P&IDs, and technical RFPs
• Strong communication and presentation skills
• A self-directed approach with the ability to manage the estimating process independently
• Collaborative mindset with experience working across engineering, procurement, and project teams
• Experience with Primavera P6 is a plus