What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Project Analyst position at Fibreworks Composites LLC?
Why Fibreworks Composites?
Founded in 2009 by Guenther Steiner and Joe Hofmann, Fibreworks Composites is the largest privately-owned composite manufacturer in the U.S. In 2019, we expanded our capabilities with the launch of Composite Factory, an AS9100 / ISO-certified sister company serving the Aerospace, Aero Structures, Aviation, Defense, and Medical industries—sectors that demand the highest levels of traceability, certification, and quality.
Rooted in motorsports, our team thrives in a fast-paced, precision-driven environment. We are fully vertically integrated, bringing engineering, machining, tool-making, and production under one roof to deliver advanced Composite Structures on tight timelines with unmatched quality.
If you're looking to be part of a team that pushes boundaries and works with the most advanced technologies in the composites industry, this is where the future is being built!
Position Overview:
A Senior Project Analyst works closely with management from all departments, including Engineering, Manufacturing, and Accounting to manage customer-based projects. This role will use quote inputs from a Project Estimator/Analyst, and conduct high level reviews of overall project scope to ensure our cost estimates cover all risks and contingencies, while still maintaining business profit targets. This role will also be responsible for following projects through production to ensure costs stay in line with estimates.
Key Responsibilities:
- Review RFQs with Engineering and Project Estimator/Analyst to ensure all project requirements are understood
- Coordinate with Engineering from initial customer requests to review project scope and analyze all potential risks and challenges
- Work closely with a Project Estimator/Analyst to verify all project costs are covered, as well as potential factors that might fall outside of intended project scope
- Provide final approval – up to a specified project value – for quotes, or set senior management reviews of any projects above that value
- Develop strategic, long-term process changes to create a more data-driven and efficient quoting process (i.e. software tools, engineering integration)
- Communicate routinely with customers, vendors, and department managers to ensure all relevant parties understand project requirements
- Assist Purchasing and Planning departments with quoted estimate information once an order has been received
- Coordinate with Project Estimator/Analyst to review and monitor real project costs
- Use data to analyze quoting accuracy, and to provide actionable reports to the FP&A Manager
- Perform other duties as assigned
What You Will Bring to the Team:
- Minimum 3-5 years of experience in a manufacturing environment with exposure to project management
- Associate’s level degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business strongly preferred
- ERP/MRP software experience
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Proficient in Microsoft Office software products
- Strong organizational and time management skills
- Ability to work under pressure and prioritize work independently
- Must be a U.S. Citizen or lawful Permanent Resident in compliance with ITAR regulations
Our Investment in You:
- Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and life insurance benefits
- 401(k) matching after 6 months tenure
- Paid time off (PTO) for vacation and sick days
- Employee referral program
- Potential to earn quarterly discretionary bonuses based on company performance
- Discounts on select services/products
- Climate-controlled work environment
Hours of Operation:
Normal business hours: 7:00AM – 4:00PM; Monday through Friday, with occasional weekends and holidays as scheduled by leadership.
Work Environment & Physical Requirements:
- Combination of indoor and outdoor activities with varying conditions
- Requires walking, standing, sitting, climbing, balancing, bending, reaching, handling, stooping, kneeling, and crouching
- Ability to lift/carry/push/pull up to 50 pounds
- Work may include exposure to variable noise levels, fumes, airborne particles, hazardous chemicals, etc., requiring personal protective equipment
- Some positions may require working with small parts/components, necessitating excellent hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity
- Specific vision abilities required, including close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus
Fibreworks Composites LLC is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.