Cost Estimator, Manufacturing

Work setting

• Estimating

Responsibilities

Tasks

• Carry out work study
• Develop and conduct production, inventory and quality assurance programs
• Develop work study
• Inspect processes
• Oversee production
• Conduct work measurement or other studies
• Collect and compile operational or experimental data
• Collect and analyze data and samples
• Assist in preparing estimates, schedules, specifications and reports
• Read blueprints and drawings
• Advise on tendering procedures
• Set up cost monitoring and reporting systems
• Project management
• Create and submit estimate reports, quote sheets and bids forms
• Analyze tenders and recommend awards
• Prepare estimates of labour and/or material costs
• Liaise, consult and communicate with engineers, architects, owners, contractors and subcontractors on changes and adjustments to cost estimates
• Read blueprints, drawings and specifications to determine work requirements
• Prepare pre-qualification submissions to present clients

Experience and specialization

Computer and technology knowledge

• Database software
• Computer-aided design (CAD)
• MS Excel
• MS Outlook
• MS Word
• Estimating packages
• Database

Area of work experience

• Fabrication
• Project coordination

Area of specialization

• Work planning, estimating, measuring and scheduling
• Robotic equipment and systems

Additional information

Transportation/travel information

• Own transportation

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Work under pressure
• Tight deadlines
• Attention to detail
• Sitting
• Combination of sitting, standing, walking

Personal suitability

• Client focus
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral communication
• Excellent written communication
• Flexibility
• Initiative
• Organized
• Team player
• Values and ethics
• Proactive

Benefits

Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Disability benefits
• Health care plan
• Paramedical services coverage
• Vision care benefits

Financial benefits

• Life insurance

Long term benefits

• Long-term care insurance

Other benefits

• Free parking available
• Learning/training paid by employer
• Travel insurance