Estimator - Holt Area

Estimator | Holt, MI

Salary Range: $56,000 - $88,000 depending on experience

Are you a detail-oriented professional with a passion for excelling in estimator? The Pivot Group is dedicated to fostering meaningful relationships and supporting career advancement. We are collaborating with leading companies in Holt seeking experienced Estimators.

The Opportunity

We collaborate with manufacturing companies in the Holt 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

• Analyze blueprints, specifications, and other documentation to prepare time, cost, and labor estimates.
• Calculate material, labor, equipment, and overhead costs for manufacturing projects.
• Solicit and obtain competitive quotes from suppliers and subcontractors for materials and services.
• Prepare detailed cost breakdowns, proposals, and bids for new and existing products or projects.
• Identify potential cost-saving opportunities and value engineering options.
• Collaborate with sales, engineering, and production teams to ensure accurate and feasible estimates.
• Maintain and update cost databases and pricing structures to ensure accuracy and consistency.

Recommended Qualifications

• Proven experience in cost estimating within a manufacturing environment.
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting blueprints, technical drawings, and manufacturing specifications.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, material costs, labor rates, and overhead calculation.
• Experience with ERP/MRP systems and specialized estimating software.
• Excellent analytical, mathematical, and problem-solving skills for accurate cost analysis.

Bonus Qualifications

• Experience with specific ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Epicor) for cost data extraction and analysis.
• Advanced proficiency in data analysis tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau, advanced Excel modeling/VBA).
• Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma certification/experience.
• Familiarity with CAD/CAM software for interpreting technical drawings and manufacturing processes.

Job Titles That Should Apply

Estimator, Cost Estimator, Construction Estimator, Project Estimator, Senior Estimator, Quantity Surveyor, Bid Estimator, Pricing Analyst, Estimating Engineer, Commercial 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.