Estimating Manager

Job Description

We’re seeking a detail-driven Estimating Manager with strong technical and project management skills to join our metal manufacturing team. This role combines precision estimating with real-world collaboration — you’ll work closely with general contractors, architects, and internal production teams to deliver accurate, competitive, and timely proposals for custom metal fabrication projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze blueprints, drawings, and project specifications to develop detailed cost estimates for materials, labor, and production time
• Prepare bids and proposals for architectural, structural, and custom metal projects
• Coordinate with contractors, general contractors, architects, and engineers to clarify project requirements and resolve design questions
• Collaborate with project managers, operations, and procurement teams to ensure estimates reflect realistic timelines and capacities
• Use AutoCAD and related design software to review and interpret drawings, ensuring accuracy and manufacturability
• Manage bid schedules, track proposal status, and maintain historical cost databases
• Support project handoff to operations and assist in pre-production planning
• Identify cost efficiencies and value-engineering opportunities to enhance project profitability

Qualifications