Estimator

Fit Recruiting; Daphne (AL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Fit Recruiting seeks an experienced Estimator for a well-established manufacturing company on the Eastern Shore of Alabama. The role develops cost estimates from engineering drawings, specifications, and project scopes to produce accurate quotes.

Your responsibilities include reviewing RFQs, analyzing material and labor requirements, updating cost data in Excel and ERP, and coordinating with Sales, Engineering, and Production to ensure feasible timelines and pricing.

Qualifications

• 3–5+ years of estimator experience in manufacturing, fabrication, or construction.
• Experience estimating from drawings, specifications, or scopes of work.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel.
• Familiar with ERP-based estimating; Prophet 21 (P21) experience is a plus.
• Ability to read and interpret technical and engineering drawings.

Responsibilities

• Develop detailed cost estimates and pricing for custom-fabricated and standard products.
• Review engineering drawings, specifications, RFQs, and project descriptions to determine scope and requirements.
• Analyze material, labor, and production requirements to develop accurate and competitive quotes.
• Maintain and update cost data, pricing files, and estimating records using Excel and an ERP system.
• Collaborate with Sales, Engineering, and Production to clarify project requirements and confirm feasibility and lead times.
• Review RFQs for completeness and follow up with customers or internal teams to obtain missing information.
• Track quote-to-order conversion and assist with improving estimating accuracy and processes.
• Support special pricing requests, bid packages, and project-based estimates as needed.

Skills

Excel

ERP estimating

Reading drawings

Communication

Problem solving

Tools

Prophet 21 (P21)

Job description

Fit Recruiting is seeking an experienced Estimator for a well-established manufacturing company on the Eastern Shore. This full-time position offers a salary range of $50K - $75K, depending on experience plus company growth and benefits.

The ideal candidate will have experience estimating in a manufacturing, fabrication, or construction environment and be comfortable working from engineering drawings, specifications, and project scopes to develop accurate and competitive quotes.

Duties:

• Develop detailed cost estimates and pricing for custom-fabricated and standard products.
• Review engineering drawings, specifications, RFQs, and project descriptions to determine scope and requirements.
• Analyze material, labor, and production requirements to develop accurate and competitive quotes.
• Maintain and update cost data, pricing files, and estimating records using Excel and an ERP system.
• Collaborate with Sales, Engineering, and Production to clarify project requirements and confirm feasibility and lead times.
• Review RFQs for completeness and follow up with customers or internal teams to obtain missing information.
• Track quote-to-order conversion and assist with improving estimating accuracy and processes.
• Support special pricing requests, bid packages, and project-based estimates as needed.
• Manage multiple quotes and deadlines while maintaining a high level of accuracy.
• Communicate effectively with internal teams to ensure estimates are complete and timely.

Requirements:

• 3–5+ years of experience as an Estimator in a manufacturing, fabrication, or construction environment.
• Experience estimating from engineering drawings, specifications, or scopes of work.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Experience with ERP-based estimating or costing systems; Prophet 21 (P21) experience is a plus.
• Ability to read and interpret technical and engineering drawings.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Familiarity with metal fabrication, electrical/instrumentation support products, or industrial construction is a plus.