Estimator - Wyoming Area
The Pivot Group
Wyoming, Michigan
Estimator | Wyoming, MI
Salary Range: $57,000 - $89,000 depending on experience
Are you a dedicated professional with a passion for excelling in estimator? The Pivot Group is committed to fostering meaningful relationships and supporting career growth. We partner with leading manufacturing companies in Wyoming, seeking experienced Estimators to strengthen their teams.
The Opportunity
We partner with manufacturers across Wyoming seeking Estimators who want more than a lateral move. These companies hire intentionally, and we connect them with professionals ready for roles that fit.
Key Responsibilities
- Analyze blueprints, specifications, and other documents to prepare accurate cost estimates.
- Calculate material, labor, equipment, and overhead costs for manufacturing projects.
- Collaborate with engineering, production, and sales teams to define project scope and requirements.
- Source and evaluate quotes from suppliers for raw materials and outsourced services.
- Develop and present detailed proposals and pricing to customers.
- Maintain and update a database of historical cost data and pricing models.
- Identify cost-saving opportunities and alternative manufacturing processes.
Recommended Qualifications
- Proven experience in cost estimating within a manufacturing environment.
- Proficiency in interpreting technical drawings, blueprints, and specifications.
- Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, materials, labor costs, and overhead.
- Advanced proficiency with estimating software, ERP systems, and Microsoft Excel.
- Excellent analytical and mathematical skills for accurate cost analysis and pricing.
Bonus Qualifications
- Proficiency in CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks, AutoCAD) for blueprint review and material take-offs.
- Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma principles.
- Experience with specific estimating software platforms (e.g., Sage Estimating, Accubid) or ERP modules.
- Knowledge of advanced cost accounting principles or financial modeling.
Job Titles That Should Apply
Cost Estimator, Project Estimator, Construction Estimator, Senior Estimator, Quantity Surveyor, Preconstruction Estimator, Bid Estimator, Estimating Specialist, Cost Analyst
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.