Estimator - Mattawan Area
Job Description
Job Description
Estimator | Mattawan, MI
Salary Range: $59,000 - $91,000 depending on experience
Are you a meticulous professional with a passion for excelling in estimator? The Pivot Group is dedicated to fostering meaningful relationships and supporting career growth. We are collaborating with companies in Mattawan seeking experienced Estimators.
The Opportunity
We collaborate with manufacturing companies in the Mattawan region seeking Estimators. These employers partner with us because they want real insight into candidates—not just resumes. By joining our network, you gain access to roles worth considering.
Key Responsibilities
- Calculate detailed material, labor, and overhead costs for manufactured products.
- Prepare accurate and competitive cost estimates and customer quotes based on specifications.
- Interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, and technical specifications to define scope and requirements.
- Solicit and evaluate quotes from suppliers and subcontractors for raw materials and outsourced services.
- Analyze manufacturing processes and production times to ensure realistic cost estimations.
- Identify potential cost reduction opportunities and value engineering alternatives.
- Maintain and update cost databases, pricing models, and historical project data.
Recommended Qualifications
- 5+ years of experience in cost estimating within a manufacturing environment.
- Proficiency in reading and interpreting engineering blueprints, technical drawings, and specifications.
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel for complex cost modeling and data analysis.
- Solid understanding of various manufacturing processes (e.g., machining, fabrication, assembly) and material costs.
- Experience with ERP/MRP systems and dedicated estimating software.
Bonus Qualifications
- Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma experience for process optimization and cost reduction identification.
- Proficiency with advanced ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, NetSuite) for data extraction and analysis.
- Experience with advanced CAD/CAM software for detailed material take-offs and manufacturability analysis.
- Background in supply chain management or procurement for a deeper understanding of material costs and vendor relations.
Job Titles That Should Apply
Estimator, Cost Estimator, Construction Estimator, Quantity Surveyor, Pricing Analyst, Bid Manager, Preconstruction Manager, Senior Estimator
Why Pivot Group
The Pivot Group was founded by manufacturing professionals who've been on both sides of the hiring process. Our clients are strategic—they partner with us because they want real insight into their roles and the people filling them, not a stack of resumes. We focus on match-driven placements built around what actually matters: Commute, Compensation, Culture, and Career trajectory.
If you're ready to take the next step in your career and connect with a firm that values fit over speed, we invite you to reach out. The Pivot Group offers resources to support your search—market insights, resume feedback, and interview preparation. As our partnerships grow, we'll reach out with opportunities aligned with your goals. Thank you for considering this approach to career advancement.
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