Project Estimator / Project Controls Manager
General Matter · Paducah, KY OR Los Angeles, CA
Posted about 3 months ago · $100,000–$150,000
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Is this posting real?
- This role has been open
- 82 days General Matter's roles stay open a median of 80 days
- Reposted
- No
- Salary listed
- Yes 99% of General Matter's roles list one
- Ghost-job risk at General Matter
- high 128 stale, 1 reposted of 138 open
- Hiring momentum
- 156 roles opened in the last 90 days ↑ up vs. the prior 90 days
- Last confirmed on the employer's board
- 2026-10-24
Measured from postings appearing on and disappearing from General Matter's own greenhouse board since 2026-08-03. Full hiring picture for General Matter.
About this role
The Project Estimator / Project Controls Manager will be responsible for developing comprehensive capital expenditure estimates and initial financial modeling for large-scale industrial projects. This role involves collaborating with design engineers to provide cost feedback, analyzing project specifications to create accurate cost structures, and conducting risk assessments to ensure project capital integrity. The position requires strong analytical skills and the ability to communicate complex data effectively to stakeholders.
- benefits
- 2/5
- freshness
- 1/5
- career value
- 4/5
- role clarity
- 5/5
- pay transparency
- 5/5
Scored from the posting itself — how clearly the role is described, how much it says about pay and benefits, and how recently it was listed. Not a judgement of General Matter as an employer.
What you need
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering or construction management or a related technical field
- Minimum of 3–5 years of direct experience in CapEx or construction estimating
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel
- Deep knowledge of construction processes, labor rates, and sophisticated cost estimation methodologies
- Proven experience with cost-risk analysis and cost variance analysis
- Ability to work extended hours and weekends as necessary
Nice to have
- Experience in large-scale petro-chem, technology infrastructure, or complex manufacturing projects
- Strong interest in material processing equipment, manufacturing methodologies, and industrial engineering workflows
- Ability to translate complex engineering data into clear financial narratives
- Motivated self-starter who thrives in a fast-paced environment
What you get
- Base salary range of $100,000–$150,000 annually
- Eligibility for long-term incentives in the form of stock options
- Access to medical, vision & dental coverage
- Access to a 401(k) retirement plan
Worth weighing
- No specific mention of remote work options or flexibility in location beyond the two listed cities
- Salary range may be adjusted based on market conditions or other factors
- Startup environment may require managing multiple high-priority estimates simultaneously
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Listed by General Matter on their greenhouse job board, last confirmed open on 2026-10-24. PitchMeAI is not the employer.
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