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Estimator 3 Project Controls

ECM
Charlotte, NC Full Time
POSTED ON 6/4/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 8/4/2026

About DZMC
No problem is too challenging or complex for Day & Zimmermann Maintenance and Construction (DZMC) because We do what we say! We're here to make life easier for plant owners in the Power, Chemical, and Industrial markets. With our wide-ranging capabilities and long-standing industry experience, we deliver innovative solutions and seamless processes that effectively manage all aspects of the plant life cycle. It's no wonder we're the #1 maintenance services provider in the United States. Come join in on our purpose - We put people to work, we protect American freedoms, and we help our customer's power and improve the world! https://www.dayzim.com/services-and-products/maintenance-construction

Day & Zimmermann is actively accepting applications for an Estimator. This is a remote work position.

The Big Picture - Top Skills You Should Possess:

  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (both written and oral).
  • Ability to work independently, use problem solving judgement and organize and prioritize assignments,
  • Ability to conduct oneself professionally and with diplomacy and maintain confidentiality where necessary
  • Thorough understanding of Microsoft Excel and Win Estimator
  • Basic knowledge of estimating resources (e.g. reference material)
What You Will Be Doing:
  • Provide support and guidance for site Estimating personnel.
  • Perform detailed quantity take off's from drawings.
  • Develop craft hour productivity rates with minimal information about specific work tasks, through a "crew up process" or by researching past project cost history to enhance the validity of the estimate
  • Produced total project (EPC) cost estimates for client to support their allocation or budgets for expenses and capital projects. Determines labor hours and dollars for engineering, procurement, maintenance, modifications and construction activities. Develop material & subcontractor pricing.
  • Work with a team of estimators and cost analysts to improve current estimating database, and to develop/enhance tools that will create a dependable estimate.
  • Interface with all disciplines supporting proposal and EPCM estimates
What You Need To Bring To The Table:
  • Some college or post secondary education preferred or minimum of five years related experience in a construction environment.
  • Six plus years experience in related estimating assignments
  • Computer proficiency certifications a plus or equivalent education
In compliance with this state's pay transparency laws, the salary range for this role is $104,000- $156,000. This is not a guarantee of compensation or salary, as final offer amount may vary based on factors including but not limited to experience and geographic location. (The specific programs and options available to an employee may vary depending on date of hire, schedule type, and the applicability of union fringes).

We care about our employees and it shows. Our staff receive a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package which includes medical/Rx, dental and vision coverage; life, AD&D and disability insurance; flexible spending accounts; 100% paid maternity leave for up to 12 weeks, parental leave, family leave, other paid time off; voluntary benefits and discount programs to meet our employees' individual needs including pet insurance for our furry family members!
To ensure a safe work environment while meeting the physical demands of the job, you must be able to perform the following physical and mental tasks, with or without a reasonable accommodation:
  • Visual acuity (e.g., needed to prepare and analyze data, to transcribe documents, to view a computer, to read, to inspect objects, to operate machinery.
  • Balancing (e.g. maintaining equilibrium when walking, climbing, crouching, etc.)
  • Stooping (e.g. bending the spine at the waist)
  • Reaching (e.g. reaching the arms or legs in any direction)
  • Walking
  • Repetitive motion of any part of the body
  • Kneeling, crouching or crawling
  • Manual Dexterity (e.g. picking, pinching, typing, or other working that uses fingers)
  • Grasping (e.g. use of hand to apply pressure)
  • Climbing (e.g. ascending/descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, pole, etc. using feet and legs and hands/arms to climb)
  • Hearing
  • Talking
  • Capacity to think, concentrate and focus for long periods of time.
  • Ability to read complex documents in the English language.
  • Capacity to reason and make sound decisions.
  • Ability to write complex documents in the English language.
  • Capacity to express thoughts orally.
  • Expertise in: Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook & Win Estimator a plus
  • Ability to regularly perform all job functions at Company's office or worksite.

SO WHAT ARE YOU WAITING FOR? APPLY NOW!


ECM, a Day& Zimmermann Company, is an Equal Opportunity Employer, M/F/D/V. Diversity, and Inclusion& Equal Employment Opportunity: American Ordnance is committed to maintaining an inclusive workforce, where employees are hired, retained, compensated and promoted based on their contributions to our Company. Our collective strength is rooted in over 110 years of diverse employees and businesses, commitment to success, and delivery on promises made. Federal and state Equal Employment Opportunity laws prohibit employment discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation and gender identity, age, national origin, citizenship status, veteran status and disability status. American Ordnance is committed to providing an equal opportunity work environment in full compliance with these laws. If you are an individual with a disability and you require an accommodation in the application process, please email reasonableaccommodation@dayzim.com.

 

Salary : $104,000 - $156,000

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