Estimating Manager: Lead Costing, Pricing & Margin

TapeCase Ltd.; Elk Grove Village (IL); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wage

Bonus plan

Comprehensive benefit package

Health

Prescription

Dental

Vision

Life

Disability

401(k)

Paid Time Off

Holidays

Wellness Program

Social Events

Community Involvement

much more

Job summary

TapeCase, a division of Ellsworth Corporation, is seeking an Estimating Manager in Elk Grove Village, IL. This on-site/hybrid role leads the estimating function, delivering accurate cost estimates for OEM and general converting projects, and aligning pricing with manufacturing capacity.

Responsibilities include coaching a technical estimating team, overseeing BOMs and routings in ERP, and driving margin improvement. A background in cost modeling and Excel skills is required.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of estimating, quoting, engineering, or related role required.
• 3+ years of management or people leadership experience preferred.
• Experience with cost modeling, pricing, and margin management preferred.
• Must interpret technical drawings, specifications, and manufacturing requirements.
• Proficient in Excel and estimating tools; ITAR data experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, and develop a team of estimators; hiring and performance management.
• Oversee preparation and approval of cost estimates across materials, labor, routing, tooling, and overhead.
• Execute pricing and margin strategies balancing competitiveness and profitability.
• Review high-value opportunities and guide materials, processes, and cost drivers.
• Ensure data integrity of BOMs, routings, and item masters in ERP.

Skills

Estimating

Leadership

Excel

Cost modeling

Pricing strategy

Data analysis

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Operations

Tools

ERP systems

Estimating tools

Job description

TapeCase, a division of Ellsworth Corporation, is seeking an Estimating Manager in Elk Grove Village, IL. This on-site/hybrid role leads the estimating function, delivering accurate cost estimates for OEM and general converting projects, and aligning pricing with manufacturing capacity.

Responsibilities include coaching a technical estimating team, overseeing BOMs and routings in ERP, and driving margin improvement. A background in cost modeling and Excel skills is required.