Job Cost Estimator

We are looking for a detail-oriented Job Cost Estimator to support manufacturing operations in Mentor, Ohio. This Long-term Contract position is ideal for someone who can build accurate cost projections, work closely with cross-functional teams, and keep projects aligned with financial expectations. The role is fully onsite Monday through Friday and offers the opportunity to contribute to estimating, order-related coordination, and cost analysis in a production environment.

Responsibilities:

• Develop detailed cost projections for manufacturing work by analyzing materials, labor needs, and applicable overhead expenses.
• Review project specifications carefully to confirm pricing accuracy and ensure estimates are complete before production begins.
• Partner with engineering, production, and sales teams to verify assumptions, clarify scope, and update pricing when design revisions occur.
• Compare projected costs with actual job performance to identify gaps, explain variances, and support profitability tracking.
• Enter and maintain job-related data accurately within internal systems to support estimating and order processing activities.
• Organize documentation and pricing records so information remains accessible, consistent, and up to date.
• Communicate cost details and estimate adjustments clearly with internal stakeholders to support timely decision-making.
• Experience preparing job or project cost estimates, preferably within a manufacturing or construction-related environment.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to produce accurate work in a fast-paced setting.
• Familiarity with order entry processes and maintaining organized records across multiple tasks.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft applications and experience using JobBOSS or similar business systems.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and adapt to changing project requirements.
• Comfortable managing email communication, navigating multiple browser-based systems, and handling pricing-related information.
• Customer-focused mindset with the ability to support inquiries, resolve issues, and communicate professionally.