Project Estimator & Cost Analyst

Composite Factory; Mooresville (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits and life insurance

401(k) matching

Paid time off (PTO)

Employee referral program

Shift differential for 2nd shift

Discretionary performance bonuses

Product discounts

Climate-controlled environment

Job summary

Composite Factory in Mooresville, NC is seeking a Project Estimator/Analyst to partner with Engineering and Manufacturing to build accurate quotes for parts, tools, and production costs.

You will gather data, develop bottom-up estimates, and provide cost information to the Senior Project Analyst while supporting cost data collection once production begins. This role involves close collaboration across departments and ongoing cost analysis.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• 1-2 years of manufacturing experience with exposure to cost accounting methods.
• 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.
• US Citizenship or Permanent Resident status required to comply with ITAR regulations.

Responsibilities

• Review RFQs with Engineering and Senior Project Analyst to understand requirements.
• Develop bottom-up cost estimates with Engineering and Manufacturing teams.
• Ensure material costs, labor rates, and other job costs are accurate on quotes.
• Communicate with customers, vendors, and department leads to gather costing information.
• Assist Purchasing and Planning with quoted estimate details after order receipt.
• Review, maintain and organize open quote list.
• Monitor project actuals to analyze quoting accuracy.
• Support senior management with insights on actual project costs.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Excellent written and verbal comms

Microsoft Office

Organizational & time management

Prioritization under pressure

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Composite Factory in Mooresville, NC is seeking a Project Estimator/Analyst to partner with Engineering and Manufacturing to build accurate quotes for parts, tools, and production costs.

You will gather data, develop bottom-up estimates, and provide cost information to the Senior Project Analyst while supporting cost data collection once production begins. This role involves close collaboration across departments and ongoing cost analysis.