Lead Cost Estimation Manager — Drive Accurate Proposals

AppleOne Employment Services; Barceloneta (PR); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

AppleOne Employment Services is seeking a Cost Estimating Manager to lead the Estimating Department for an industrial manufacturing company. The role requires strong technical expertise and leadership to ensure accurate proposals and efficient estimation processes.

You will mentor estimators, coordinate with Sales, Engineering, and Operations, and ensure estimates reflect company capabilities and project requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering, Architecture, Drafting, or related field.
• 5+ years in construction or manufacturing project management.
• Experience in management or supervisory roles.
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting blueprints, technical specifications, and architectural drawings.
• Expertise in costing processes for materials, labor, and overhead.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD or similar software.

Responsibilities

• Lead, supervise, and organize the daily operations of the Estimating Department, ensuring clear priorities and timely completion of assignments.
• Oversee the full estimating process, from the initial review of project documents through the final submission of proposals.
• Analyze and interpret blueprints, technical specifications, addenda, RFIs, and contract documents to validate project scope and requirements.
• Review and audit estimates to ensure accuracy in quantities, costs, margins, commercial terms, and compliance with project requirements.
• Provide technical support, mentoring, and direction to estimators and junior estimators.
• Collaborate with Sales, Project Management, Engineering, Operations, and Procurement teams to ensure estimates are aligned with the company's capabilities and business strategies.

Skills

Leadership

Blueprint reading

Costing processes

Estimating

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

AppleOne Employment Services is seeking a Cost Estimating Manager to lead the Estimating Department for an industrial manufacturing company. The role requires strong technical expertise and leadership to ensure accurate proposals and efficient estimation processes.

You will mentor estimators, coordinate with Sales, Engineering, and Operations, and ensure estimates reflect company capabilities and project requirements.