Manufacturing Project Coordinator & Estimator

The Project Coordinator / Estimator is responsible for supporting project execution from quotation through production scheduling and completion. This role manages job costing, equipment pricing reviews, quote preparation, scheduling coordination, and workflow management between engineering, purchasing, and production teams to ensure projects are completed efficiently, accurately, and on schedule. Supervisory Responsibilities None Essential Job Functions Prepare and review project cost estimates, job costing reports, and pricing calculations Review equipment pricing, material costs, and supplier/vendor quotations Generate customer quotes, proposals, and supporting project documentation Coordinate project schedules based on customer due dates, engineering timelines, and production capacity Organize and prioritize engineering and shop workloads to support efficient workflow and resource utilization Monitor project progress and communicate scheduling updates, delays, and status changes to internal teams Collaborate closely with engineering, purchasing, production, and project management teams to support timely project execution Maintain accurate project documentation, costing records, schedules, and workflow tracking information Assist with identifying workflow bottlenecks and support continuous improvement initiatives Support material planning, purchasing coordination, and production readiness activities as needed Track project milestones and assist in maintaining on-time delivery performance Ensure estimates and project information are accurately entered and maintained in ERP or project management systems Perform other related duties as assigned This role includes, but is not limited to, the responsibilities listed above. Additional duties may be assigned as needed to support team and business operations. Qualification Requirements Education Experience in project coordination, estimating, manufacturing, production scheduling, or related industrial environments Strong understanding of job costing, equipment pricing, and material cost analysis Advanced: Ability to read and interpret technical documents, engineering drawings, and project specifications Advanced: Strong organizational, time management, and multitasking skills Advanced: Excellent communication, problem‑solving, and coordination abilities Advanced: Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel Advanced: Ability to manage multiple projects, priorities, and deadlines simultaneously Advanced: Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment Language Abilities Ability to read and comprehend instructions, correspondence, memos, and workplace policies. Ability to analyze, interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, procedures, and governmental regulations. Ability to write professional correspondences. Ability to speak effectively with others. Ability to present formal information in one‑on‑one and small group situations to management and/or other employees. Ability to present information and respond to questions from managers and/or employees. Mathematical Abilities Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ration, and percent and design and interpret charts and graphs to communicate business issues. Reasoning Abilities Ability to carry out detailed written and/or verbal instructions. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form to carry out business objectives. Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Temperament Flexibility and coping with change. Multitasking. Ability to maintain composure in a stressful environment. Freedom to work from supervision. Performance under tight deadlines. Other Abilities Manufacturing, industrial, or equipment fabrication industry experience Familiarity with production planning, shop scheduling, and workflow coordination Experience with ERP systems, MRP software, or project management platforms Strong analytical and data management skills Understanding of fabrication, machining, or industrial production processes Experience supporting engineering or operations teams in a production environment #J-18808-Ljbffr