Cost & Bid Estimator — Manufacturing

Alcon Industries; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Alcon Industries in Cleveland, Ohio is seeking an experienced Estimator to analyze blueprints, specifications, proposals, and other documentation to prepare time, cost, and labor estimates for products by applying knowledge of specialized methodologies, techniques, principles, or processes.

Estimators must possess strong attention to detail, analytical and strategic thinking abilities, the ability to multi-task, and superior interpersonal skills.

Qualifications

• Strong analytical and math skills.
• Understand technical drawings and requirements.
• Deep knowledge of how processes work.
• Proficient in ERP Systems.

Responsibilities

• Analyze labor, material, and time requirements for a product.
• Review and evaluate cost estimates.
• Prepare estimates and purchase orders in detail for all products.
• Present cost estimates to upper management.
• Prepare reports detailing all the costs going into a product.
• Input cost data into the company database.
• Prepare cost analysis.
• Communicate with trade partners and team members regarding new and current projects.
• Manage bid pricing from all vendors.
• Understand the scope of work to bid.
• Establish and maintain working relationships with vendors and subcontractors.
• Notice differences between estimated cost and actual cost.
• Look at customer requirements for a product.
• Work with the sales team to prepare proposals.
• Ensure timely completion of estimates.

Skills

Analytical skills

Math skills

Technical drawings

Excel

Word

Education

Associate degree in engineering

Tools

ERP Systems

Excel

Job description

Alcon Industries in Cleveland, Ohio is seeking an experienced Estimator to analyze blueprints, specifications, proposals, and other documentation to prepare time, cost, and labor estimates for products by applying knowledge of specialized methodologies, techniques, principles, or processes.

Estimators must possess strong attention to detail, analytical and strategic thinking abilities, the ability to multi-task, and superior interpersonal skills.