Project Estimator​/Project Controls Manager

About the Company

General Matter is enriching uranium in America. Our mission is to restore our country’s ability to make nuclear fuel, powering AI, manufacturing, and other critical industries.

The Project Estimator is a vital strategic role responsible for developing comprehensive Cap Ex estimates and initial financial modeling for large‑scale industrial projects.

• Formulate detailed and accurate cost estimates for projects.
• Partner with design engineers during the conceptual phase.
• Analyze project drawings to create material take‑offs and cost loadings.
• Prepare comprehensive cost breakdowns and evaluate pricing and procurement strategies.

• Evaluate current market rates and historical data to provide realistic, competitive cost projections.
• Maintain and update a proprietary database of historical costs, material pricing, and labor rates.
• Coordinate with procurement and supply chain teams to validate vendor quotes.
• Conduct formal cost‑risk analysis and propose contingencies to protect project capital integrity.
• Monitor ongoing project costs against initial estimates and recommend corrective adjustments.
• Prepare and present formal project cost proposals, explaining pricing assumptions, methodologies, and financial risks.

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, construction management, or a related technical field.
• 3–5 years of direct experience in Cap Ex or construction estimating, preferably in large‑scale petro‑chemical, technology infrastructure, or complex manufacturing projects.

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Strong understanding of material processing equipment, manufacturing methodologies, and industrial engineering workflows.
• Deep knowledge of construction processes, labor rates, and cost‑estimation methodologies (bottom‑up, parametric, analog).
• Proven experience with cost‑risk analysis and cost variance analysis.

• Strategic communication skills to translate complex engineering data into clear financial narratives.
• Self‑starter who thrives in a fast‑paced environment and can manage multiple high‑priority estimates simultaneously.
• Ability to work extended hours and weekends as necessary.

The base salary range is $100,000–$150,000 annually. Additional benefits include long‑term incentives, stock options, medical, vision and dental coverage, and a 401(k) retirement plan.

General Matter is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment is based on merit, competence, and qualifications and will not be influenced by race, color, religion, gender, national origin, veteran status, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.