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Lead Estimator green card sponsorship is available through the EB-2 and EB-3 categories, with employers filing PERM labor certification through the Department of Labor before submitting an I-140 petition to USCIS. Construction and engineering firms regularly sponsor foreign estimators for permanent residence, though priority-date backlogs apply for nationals of high-demand countries.
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At our Day & Zimmermann Munitions Plants, we know the stakes and We do what we say! ® We’re the team working behind the scenes to make sure our nation’s front lines have safe, high-quality ammunition. As a trusted premier manufacturer of ammunition to the U.S. Military, some of our capabilities range from production of direct and indirect fire, components, to special projects and beyond. With more than 120 years of experience behind us, it’s no surprise that our teams consistently exceed expectations! Come join in on our purpose – We put people to work, we protect American freedoms, and we help our customers power and improve the world!
Job Summary
Responsible for leading with cross-functional teams to plan and schedule production activities, minimizing throughput times while maximizing work center utilization, output and efficiency, in order to meet customer demand for on-time delivery requirements. This will require identifying capacity, material and staffing constraints in advance, then partnering with colleagues, operations, and the procurement team to identify and implement solutions. Responsible for leading and providing all direct labor estimates.
Responsibilities
- Lead team that creates and provides all direct labor estimates for bids and proposals.
- Develop and maintain capacity and staffing for all production resources. Balance workload (staffing) based on a variety of constraints, including schedule, delivery dates, materials, personnel, equipment, capacity, and explosive limits.
- Support New Product introductions through time and motion studies and direct labor estimating.
- Analyze work flow and aggressively identify opportunities for continuous improvement projects to maximize the use of manpower and equipment in order to meet HPUs.
- Analyze material demands and project schedule in order to maintain adequate supply of material to support production while minimizing inventory.
- Responsible for creating and maintaining complete and accurate Production Schedule and associated Reports. Create Integrated Master Schedule for current products as well as products being bid on. Update / Review / Maintain MPS and develop GPP schedule, leading reviews with core teams, program management and Directors. As well as any other duties assigned.
KSAs (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities)
- Strong Organizational, Prioritization, and Time Management skills. Able to simultaneously coordinate multiple projects and resources to enable timely completion of all tasks and projects, prioritizing as necessary.
- Strong Analytical Skills including the ability to synthesize complex or diverse information; collect and research data; use intuition and experience to complement data and make timely decisions; design work flows and procedures.
- Robust interpersonal skills needed in order to collaborate with direct and indirect team members to collectively address problems and develop solutions. This includes strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Proficient in Microsoft products with demonstrated expertise in Microsoft Project and Excel.
- Detailed understanding of production process.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree in Arts/Sciences (BA/BS) in Business/Accounting/Industrial Engineering Required
- 3+ years in production control / production planning Required
- Radiography experience Preferred
- Defense manufacturing experience with munitions, metal fabrication Preferred
Travel Requirements:
0%
Candidates may be required to satisfy additional job-related requirements, including those established and controlled by third parties, as part of the selection process.
Compensation and Benefits
In compliance with this state’s pay transparency laws, the wage range for this role is $68,480.00 - $102,720.00. This is not a guarantee of compensation or salary, as final offer amount may vary based on factors including but not limited to experience and geographic location. (The specific programs and options available to an employee may vary depending on date of hire, schedule type, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements).
Diversity, Inclusion & Equal Employment Opportunity
Day & Zimmermann is committed to maintaining an inclusive workforce, where employees are hired, retained, compensated and promoted based on their contributions to our Company. Our collective strength is rooted in over a century of diverse employees and businesses, commitment to success, and delivery on promises made. Federal and state Equal Employment Opportunity laws prohibit employment discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, citizenship status, veteran status and disability status. Day & Zimmermann is committed to providing an equal opportunity work environment in full compliance with these laws. If you are an individual with a disability and you require an accommodation in the application process, please email reasonableaccommodation@dayzim.com, and please specify which position you are interested in, including job title and location.
About Day and Zimmermann
At our Day & Zimmermann Munitions Plants, we know the stakes and We do what we say! ® We’re the team working behind the scenes to make sure our nation’s front lines have safe, high-quality ammunition. As a trusted premier manufacturer of ammunition to the U.S. Military, some of our capabilities range from production of direct and indirect fire, components, to special projects and beyond. With more than 120 years of experience behind us, it’s no surprise that our teams consistently exceed expectations! Come join in on our purpose – We put people to work, we protect American freedoms, and we help our customers power and improve the world!
Job Summary
Responsible for leading with cross-functional teams to plan and schedule production activities, minimizing throughput times while maximizing work center utilization, output and efficiency, in order to meet customer demand for on-time delivery requirements. This will require identifying capacity, material and staffing constraints in advance, then partnering with colleagues, operations, and the procurement team to identify and implement solutions. Responsible for leading and providing all direct labor estimates.
Responsibilities
- Lead team that creates and provides all direct labor estimates for bids and proposals.
- Develop and maintain capacity and staffing for all production resources. Balance workload (staffing) based on a variety of constraints, including schedule, delivery dates, materials, personnel, equipment, capacity, and explosive limits.
- Support New Product introductions through time and motion studies and direct labor estimating.
- Analyze work flow and aggressively identify opportunities for continuous improvement projects to maximize the use of manpower and equipment in order to meet HPUs.
- Analyze material demands and project schedule in order to maintain adequate supply of material to support production while minimizing inventory.
- Responsible for creating and maintaining complete and accurate Production Schedule and associated Reports. Create Integrated Master Schedule for current products as well as products being bid on. Update / Review / Maintain MPS and develop GPP schedule, leading reviews with core teams, program management and Directors. As well as any other duties assigned.
KSAs (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities)
- Strong Organizational, Prioritization, and Time Management skills. Able to simultaneously coordinate multiple projects and resources to enable timely completion of all tasks and projects, prioritizing as necessary.
- Strong Analytical Skills including the ability to synthesize complex or diverse information; collect and research data; use intuition and experience to complement data and make timely decisions; design work flows and procedures.
- Robust interpersonal skills needed in order to collaborate with direct and indirect team members to collectively address problems and develop solutions. This includes strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Proficient in Microsoft products with demonstrated expertise in Microsoft Project and Excel.
- Detailed understanding of production process.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree in Arts/Sciences (BA/BS) in Business/Accounting/Industrial Engineering Required
- 3+ years in production control / production planning Required
- Radiography experience Preferred
- Defense manufacturing experience with munitions, metal fabrication Preferred
Travel Requirements:
0%
Candidates may be required to satisfy additional job-related requirements, including those established and controlled by third parties, as part of the selection process.
Compensation and Benefits
In compliance with this state’s pay transparency laws, the wage range for this role is $68,480.00 - $102,720.00. This is not a guarantee of compensation or salary, as final offer amount may vary based on factors including but not limited to experience and geographic location. (The specific programs and options available to an employee may vary depending on date of hire, schedule type, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements).
Diversity, Inclusion & Equal Employment Opportunity
Day & Zimmermann is committed to maintaining an inclusive workforce, where employees are hired, retained, compensated and promoted based on their contributions to our Company. Our collective strength is rooted in over a century of diverse employees and businesses, commitment to success, and delivery on promises made. Federal and state Equal Employment Opportunity laws prohibit employment discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, citizenship status, veteran status and disability status. Day & Zimmermann is committed to providing an equal opportunity work environment in full compliance with these laws. If you are an individual with a disability and you require an accommodation in the application process, please email reasonableaccommodation@dayzim.com, and please specify which position you are interested in, including job title and location.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship in Lead Estimator
Document your cost-estimation credentials formally
Gather degree transcripts, professional certifications like CCE or CPE, and letters from past employers that detail your estimating scope and project values. PERM requires proving your qualifications match the role, so vague job descriptions hurt your case.
Target construction firms with active PERM filings
Use Migrate Mate to search for Lead Estimator roles at employers with verified green card sponsorship history, so you're applying to companies that have already navigated the PERM process for this occupation rather than employers new to it.
Verify your prevailing wage category before accepting offers
Run your target city and SOC code through the OFLC Wage Search to confirm which wage level the employer must meet. A Level I or II determination reduces employer cost and speeds PERM approval, while a Level IV adds scrutiny.
Understand how EB-2 versus EB-3 affects your timeline
EB-2 applies if your role requires an advanced degree or a bachelor's plus five years of progressive estimating experience. EB-3 covers bachelor's-degree holders and skilled workers with two years of experience. Your category determines your priority date queue, especially if you're from India or China.
Ask employers about PERM recruitment before your start date
PERM requires the employer to test the labor market by advertising the role before DOL will certify it. Confirm whether your prospective employer has already begun or completed recruitment, since the certification must precede the I-140 filing.
Preserve your priority date if you change employers
Once your original employer's I-140 is approved, your priority date can transfer to a new employer's petition. If your I-485 has been pending 180 days or more, AC21 portability also lets you move to a same or similar estimating role without restarting the process.
Green Card Lead Estimator: Frequently Asked Questions
Which green card category fits a Lead Estimator role?
Most Lead Estimator positions qualify under EB-3 for professionals with a bachelor's degree in construction management, civil engineering, or a related field. If your role requires an advanced degree or you have a bachelor's plus five years of progressive estimating experience, your employer may file under EB-2 instead. The specific job requirements documented in the PERM application determine the category.
How does green card sponsorship differ from H-1B for a Lead Estimator?
Green card sponsorship through EB-2 or EB-3 leads to permanent residence rather than a temporary status, and there is no lottery. The PERM process requires your employer to file a prevailing wage determination with DOL, conduct a formal recruitment test, and then submit an I-140 petition to USCIS. Nationals of high-demand countries may also face priority-date backlogs before they can file an I-485 or pursue consular processing.
How do I find Lead Estimator jobs where the employer will sponsor a green card?
Migrate Mate lists Lead Estimator openings from employers with verified green card sponsorship history, so you can focus your applications on companies that have already completed or are actively pursuing PERM filings for this occupation rather than spending time on employers unfamiliar with the process.
What happens to my green card case if I change employers mid-process?
If your original employer's I-140 was approved, your priority date can be carried over to a new employer's petition, protecting your place in the queue. Separately, if your I-485 adjustment of status application has been pending for 180 days or more, AC21 portability allows you to move to a same or similar estimating role without the new employer restarting PERM from scratch.
What does the PERM labor certification process require from my employer?
Your employer must first obtain a prevailing wage determination from DOL, then conduct a recruitment test by advertising the Lead Estimator position through specific channels and documenting that no qualified U.S. workers applied. After completing recruitment, the employer files the ETA Form 9089 with DOL. Approval of PERM clears the way for the I-140 petition to USCIS.