Project Cost Analyst/Estimator (Fabrication & Manufacturing)

Primary Function:

Work with Account Managers and Business Unit leaders to develop accurate cost projections and customer proposals for fabrication and manufacturing projects.

Key Responsibilities:

• Review and interpret customer RFQs, including drawings, specifications, and supporting documentation

• Work with manufacturing engineers to outline production approaches that establish the basis for cost estimates

• Determine projected expenses for labor, materials, equipment, and subcontracted services

• Source and evaluate vendors and subcontractors to support project pricing

• Create detailed cost breakdowns and assist in developing project timelines using scheduling tools

• Support the preparation and submission of quotes and customer proposals

• Coordinate with internal teams to confirm availability of labor, materials, and equipment

• Contribute to technical proposal documentation as needed

• Present estimate details for internal review and approval

• Compare estimated vs. actual project costs and identify variances

• Track pricing trends and recommend opportunities for cost savings and process improvements

Qualifications:

• Associate degree in a related field OR equivalent combination of education and relevant experience

• 5 years of related experience, OR at least 1 year in estimating or 2 years in a fabrication/manufacturing role

• Ability to read and interpret fabrication and technical drawings

• Working knowledge of manufacturing processes and production workflows

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (especially Excel and Word); training provided for internal systems

• Preferred experience government compliance

• Willingness to work additional hours when needed to meet proposal deadlines

Other Qualifications: 

The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of the conditions that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Regular, predictable, and on-site attendance is an essential function of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job. Premier Technology is a federal contractor, as such, this position will work on government contracts and requires that you are a US Citizen (not just authorized to work in the US).

Physical Demands:

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to sit in a stationary position for extended periods of time while working at a computer. The employee is frequently required to walk and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision and the ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment:

The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet – typical of what is generally found in an office setting. The employee will occasionally find it necessary to enter a manufacturing environment. The manufacturing environment is typical of that type of setting – employees may be exposed to inclement weather, loud noises, tripping hazards; and there may be exposure to sparks, welding arc, open flame, and moving equipment.

Benefit Options: 

Medical, Dental, Vision - 100% Employee Paid Coverage

Company Paid Life Insurance

Flexible Spending Account

Employee Assistance Program

Supplement Benefits - Accident, Disability, Critical Care, Hospital, Term Life, Whole Life

Legal Shield/Identity Theft Protection/Gun Owners Insurance

Pet Insurance

401k Retirement Plan with Company Match

Other benefits:

4-Day Work Week

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Paid Holidays

Craft Development and Training Opportunities

Tuition Assistance

Employee and Dependent Scholarships

Premier Technology, Inc. is an Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity Employer.