Lead Estimator, Project Controls & Cost Strategy

Premier Resources Group (PRG); Charlotte (NC); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Part time

Job summary

Premier Resources Group (PRG) seeks a Principal Project Controls Estimator to lead estimates for a portfolio of complex capital projects in Charlotte, NC. This contract role combines hands‑on estimating leadership with strategic cost guidance throughout the lifecycle.

You will develop comprehensive estimates, validate pricing, and drive reviews with engineering, procurement, and leadership, ensuring alignment with project objectives and budget controls.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in a related field and 7+ years estimating experience.
• Proven track record leading complex project estimates from development through final review.
• Strong knowledge of cost estimating, project controls, forecasting, risk, and schedule integration.
• Experience reviewing contractor/vendor estimates and challenging pricing as needed.
• Excellent analytical, decision‑making, presentation, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead development of comprehensive estimates from conceptual planning through execution.
• Perform takeoffs and site assessments to evaluate infrastructure and conditions.
• Develop detailed estimates for labor, materials, equipment, subcontractors, and indirect costs.
• Lead estimate reviews with project leadership and cross‑functional teams.
• Support cost/schedule integration, forecasting, risk analysis, and project controls.
• Drive value engineering, procurement strategies, bid evaluations, and negotiations.

Skills

Leading estimating efforts

Cost estimating

Project controls

Forecasting

Risk analysis

Strong communication

Independent leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Finance, Business Administration, Project Management, or related field

Master’s degree in Business Administration or related discipline

Tools

Primavera P6

MS Project

Business Objects

Passport

Powerplant

Emax

PeopleSoft

Job description

Premier Resources Group (PRG) seeks a Principal Project Controls Estimator to lead estimates for a portfolio of complex capital projects in Charlotte, NC. This contract role combines hands‑on estimating leadership with strategic cost guidance throughout the lifecycle.

You will develop comprehensive estimates, validate pricing, and drive reviews with engineering, procurement, and leadership, ensuring alignment with project objectives and budget controls.