Project Costing Analyst – Fabricated Metal Projects

The Scharine Group Inc.; Whitewater (WI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Scharine Group Inc. in Whitewater, WI 53190 is seeking a Project Costing Analyst to translate drawings into precise estimates for fabricated metal dollies and racks.

You’ll work with project managers and engineers to capture scope, assemble client quotations on time, and review subcontractor proposals for pricing viability. Responsibilities include researching current material and labor costs, updating a historical cost repository, supporting design and manufacturing to stay within budgets,

Qualifications

• Hands-on estimating experience in a metal fabrication setting.
• Knowledge of fabrication methods, materials, and cost factors.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and specifications.
• Strong mathematical reasoning and analytical depth.
• Clear communicator and capable negotiator.
• Self-driven with the ability to meet tight deadlines.
• Excellent organization and time management.

Responsibilities

• Translate project specifications and drawings into accurate estimates for fabricated metal dollies and racks.
• Work with project managers, engineers, and stakeholders to capture scope and refine details.
• Assemble and deliver client quotations within required timelines.
• Review subcontractor proposals, evaluate fit, and negotiate pricing as needed.
• Research current pricing for materials, labor, tooling, and equipment to validate assumptions.
• Build and maintain a historical cost repository per procedure for analysis and future bids.
• Support teams during design and manufacturing to keep budgets aligned with execution realities.
• Stay informed on market trends and price movements to sharpen estimating accuracy.
• Partner with sales to craft strategies and proposals that win work.

Skills

Estimating experience

Fabrication knowledge

Blueprint reading

Analytical thinking

Detail oriented

Communication

Negotiation

Time management

Self-driven

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Ready to Turn Drawings into Dollars-and-Sense?If decoding blueprints, building cost models, and beating deadlines energize you, this role at our Whitewater, WI 53190 manufacturing facility is for you. As a Project Costing Analyst, you’ll estimate custom dollies and racks with precision—balancing materials, labor, tooling, and vendor inputs to produce competitive quotes.Role HighlightsTranslate project specifications and drawings into accurate, defensible estimates for fabricated metal dollies and racks.Work directly with project managers, engineers, and other stakeholders to capture scope and refine details.Assemble and deliver thorough client quotations within required timelines.Review subcontractor proposals, evaluate fit, and negotiate pricing as needed.Research current pricing for materials, labor, tooling, and equipment to validate assumptions.Build and maintain a historical cost repository per established procedure for analysis and future bids.Support teams during design and manufacturing to keep budgets aligned with execution realities.Stay informed on market trends and price movements to sharpen estimating accuracy.Partner with sales to craft strategies and proposals that win work.Comply with company policies, procedures, and quality standards.Perform all other duties as assigned.Must-HavesHands-on estimating experience in a metal fabrication setting.Knowledge of fabrication methods, materials, and cost factors.Competence with Microsoft Word and Excel.Strong mathematical reasoning and analytical depth.Ability to read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and specifications.High attention to detail with uncompromising accuracy.Clear communicator and capable negotiator.Self-driven with the ability to meet tight deadlines.Excellent organization and time management.ProficienciesManufacturing environment experienceBlueprint readingBasic computer skillsMicrosoft ExcelBring your estimating expertise and help us price projects with confidence—and win the work that keeps our shop buzzing.