Pro Metal Industries has been in operation for over 30 years. Pro Metal is 100% owned by Pasqua First Nation. Pro Metal is a world class metal fabrication and machining facility located in Regina, SK. Pro Metal Industries is one of the only First Nations - wholly owned manufacturing enterprises in Canada, and one of only a few First Nations -100% owned military suppliers. Pro Metal offers, plasma, laser and waterjet cutting, CWB and AWS Welding, CNC machining, forming and Powder Coating. In addition to military and defense, we also service the agriculture, mining, construction and oil and gas industries. Pro Metal has a very dynamic and engaged team that works very well together to ensure the continued growth and success of each other and the company.

Pro Metal Industries is hiring for a Full Time Metal Fabrication Estimator to work in a world class metal fabrication and machining facility located in Regina, SK. Reporting to the Sales Manager, you will be responsible for analyzing project requirements, preparing detailed cost estimates, and ensuring the accuracy and competitiveness of our bids. You will work with our team of estimators and CAD technicians to provide quotes for clients and work instruction packages for production.

If you have a bachelors degree or diploma in Engineering or Manufacturing with experience in AutoCAD and or SolidWorks, with a strong background in structural steel and build to print project, then this job is for you!

Responsibilities:

• Review and analyze project specifications, drawings, and blueprints to determine material and labor requirements.
• Prepare detailed cost estimates for structural steel and build-to-print projects using various manufacturing operations, including but not limited to, welding, cutting, forming, machining
• Collaborate with drafting, production, machining and procurement teams to gather necessary information for accurate estimates.
• Identify potential cost-saving opportunities and provide value engineering solutions.
• Communicate with clients, vendors, and subcontractors to obtain pricing and clarify project requirements.
• Translate client technical requirements into proposals
• Maintain and update estimating databases and tools.
• Prepare and present bid proposals to clients.
• Monitor and track project costs to ensure alignment with estimates.
• Prepare work instructions and production packages

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree or diploma in Engineering, manufacturing or a related field is preferred.
• Experience with AutoCAD and Solidworks is considered a plus
• Combined drafting and estimating experience is preferred.
• Experience with structural steel estimating programs is an asset

• Proven experience as a Metal Fabrication Estimator, with a focus on structural steel and build-to-print projects.
• Strong understanding of metal fabrication processes, materials, and industry standards.
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting technical drawings and blueprints.
• Excellent mathematical and analytical skills.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Effective communication and negotiation skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Proficiency in estimating software and Microsoft Office Suite.

• Canadian Citizenship or Permanent Resident with the ability to pass a security assessment and provide a satisfactory criminal record check due to Pro Metals military Controlled Goods designation.

We appreciate your interest, but please note that we will only be contacting successful applicants who are authorized to work in Canada.