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Cost Estimator

Phillips & Temro Industries
Delano, MN Full Time
POSTED ON 12/21/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 1/20/2026
Description

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Cost Estimator performs estimating activities, working with operations and supply chain personnel to collect data to accurately estimate the time, materials, and labor required to develop and manufacture a product or offering.

RESPONSIBIITIES AND DUTIES:

  • Prepare detailed and accurate cost estimates for projects and products.
  • Analyze technical drawings, specifications, and other documentation to determine material, labor, and time requirements.
  • Collect, organize, and evaluate data on materials, production methods, and labor to develop reliable cost information.
  • Collaborate with engineering, purchasing, and production teams to verify requirements and assumptions.
  • Monitor actual production costs against estimates and update estimating models accordingly.
  • Identify opportunities for cost savings and process improvements.
  • Develop and maintain estimating tools, templates, and cost databases.
  • Support proposal and quotation activities by providing timely and competitive cost information.
  • Present cost findings and recommendations to managers and decision-makers.
  • Perform other related duties as assigned.

COMPETENCIES:

  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • High attention to detail and accuracy.
  • Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and technical documents.
  • Effective verbal and written communication skills.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, especially Excel.
  • Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
  • Strong collaboration skills and ability to work with cross-functional teams.

QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Finance, Business or related field; or, equivalent work experience
  • 3 years of relevant experience in cost estimation or similar role
  • Knowledge of manufacturing processes and materials
  • Demonstrated ability to analyze data and prepare accurate cost reports
  • Experience using ERP or cost analysis systems

Base Pay Range: $60,000 - $80,000

Compensation Disclosure:

At Phillips and Temro Industries (and subsidiaries), base pay is one part of our total compensation package and is determined within a range. This provides the opportunity to progress as you grow and develop within a role. The base pay range for this role is listed above. Your base pay will depend on your skills, education, qualifications, experience, and location. The final salary offer will be based on these criteria and may differ based on the candidate's experience and qualifications and other job-related reasons. If you have any questions about the salary range, the compensation structure, or benefits offered feel free to reach out to HR@phillipsandtemro.com

Benefits Available to Full-Time Employees:

  • Health insurance, dental, and vision (cost-share)
  • HSA/FSA
  • STD and LTD (company provided)
  • Basic Life and AD&D (company provided)
  • Voluntary Supplemental Life
  • EAP (company provided)
  • Voluntary Accident, Critical Illness and Hospital Indemnity
  • 401K plan with employer match
  • Paid time off (PTO) and holidays
  • Volunteer hours
  • Annual bonus based on company performance
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Safety shoe and safety glasses reimbursement
Qualifications

Education
Bachelors of Engineering (required)

Experience
3 years: Relevant experience in cost estimation or similar role (required)


Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.



Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor-s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

 

Salary : $60,000 - $80,000

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