Top 20 Cost Estimators Jobs in Kalamazoo, MI

Finance Specialist, Estimating
Summit Polymers —Portage, MI
- Full-time
- Customer service
- Engineering
- Mid-level
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Estimator – Underground Infrastructure
Taplin Group, LLC —Kalamazoo, MI
- From $75,000 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- Clean driving record
- Construction site
- AD&D insurance
- Health insurance
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Estimator Remediation Services
Taplin Group, LLC —Kalamazoo, MI
- From $75,000 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- Clean driving record
- Microsoft Excel
- Health savings account
- AD&D insurance
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Parts Estimator
Kotobuki Seating International Inc —Portage, MI
- $19 - $22 an hour
- Full-time
- ERP systems
- Mid-level
- Databases
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Estimator (Portage, MI)
Allen Edwin Homes —Portage, MI
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Office
- Residential
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Geotechnical Estimator
Nicholson Construction Company —Kalamazoo, MI
- Construction site
- 5 years
- Travel
- AD&D insurance
- Disability insurance
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Senior Estimator
Miller-Davis Company —Kalamazoo, MI
- Online Application
- 5 years
- Engineering
- Analysis skills
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
Estimator - Industrial Services
Taplin Group, LLC —Kalamazoo, MI
- From $75,000 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- Clean driving record
- Microsoft Excel
- Health savings account
- AD&D insurance
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Estimator- Commercial Architectural Millwork
Woodsmiths Inc —Kalamazoo, MI
- $52,000 - $62,000 a year
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Office
- Math
- Health savings account
- Health insurance
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Estimator II - New Home Construction
AVB —Portage, MI
- Full-time
- Microsoft Excel
- 5 years
- Research
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Senior Estimator Heavy Civil Construction
Thalle Construction Company —United States
- Extended hours
- Construction site
- Office
- Driver's License
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
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Chief Electrical Estimator - Relocation Florida
Owen Electric Company, Inc. —United States
- Full-time
- Engineering
- 3 years
- Analysis skills
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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Senior Cost Estimator
IsoTalent —United States
- $110,000 - $145,000 a year
- Full-time
- Remote
- Senior level
- 10 years
- Profit sharing
- Wellness program
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Estimator - Construction
Exxcel Project Management —Columbus, OH
Assist Senior Estimators or Chief Estimator in the training of new estimators and field engineers. Aid field operations with change order pricing.
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BSD Partners —Columbus, OH
Prior field experience or regular jobsite exposure is required, with an understanding of construction sequencing, trade coordination, and constructability…
$65,000 - $85,000 a year
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Finance Specialist, Estimating

Summit Polymers -
Portage, MI

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Job Details

Full-time

Qualifications

Accounting systems
Customer communication
Math
Computer skills
Manufacturing company experience
Data analysis software

Full Job Description

Summit Polymers is a leading, global supplier of automotive interior systems including consoles, door panels, and instrument panels. With over 50 years serving the industry, we deliver engineering and product excellence to our customers, on time, in budget, with the latest innovations.

JOIN A TEAM WHERE YOU’LL BE CHALLENGED AND VALUED.

A career with Summit Polymers means working with smart people in a culture that thrives on challenging, meaningful work. At Summit, we look for growth potential with every hire. We don’t just fill seats, we set people on career paths. We’re always on the lookout for smart people who are committed to continuous improvement, customer service and quality.

JOB DESCRIPTION

JOB TITLE: Specialist, Corporate Finance (Estimating)
FLSA STATUS: Exempt
REPORTS TO: Estimating Manager, Finance

SUMMARY
This is a key position responsible for developing new product quotations to secure new business for the company. It requires the ability to quickly learn and gain a solid understanding of the company’s products and customer requirements, particularly in the application of cost and pricing variables. The role involves working extensively with data, utilizing standardized templates, performing thorough analyses, and reviewing customer documentation to create comprehensive quote packages.

The position requires close coordination and communication with program managers, chief engineers, sales, manufacturing, accounting, and customers to ensure that product quotes accurately reflect the latest customer-requested modifications and engineering updates. Responsibilities include recommending pricing by applying standard rates to manufacturing processes and materials, forming the basis for customer quotations.

Strong mathematical, Excel, organizational, and communication skills are essential. Some direct customer interaction is also required.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Develop cost estimates for new product quotations, engineering changes, and customer RFQs based on design, material, process, tooling, labor, and overhead inputs.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams (engineering, purchasing, manufacturing, sales) to gather necessary data and assumptions.
Analyze customer specifications, BOMs, and drawings to determine cost drivers and feasibility.
Utilize costing software and internal systems to prepare detailed cost breakdowns.
Support pricing strategy development by analyzing competitive benchmarks and customer targets.
Evaluate supplier quotes and raw material pricing for accuracy and alignment with estimates.
Monitor cost variances between estimated and actual costs, providing feedback to improve future quote accuracy.
Assist in cost reduction initiatives and value engineering analysis.
Ensure compliance with company financial practices and customer contractual requirements.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Finance, Business, or a related field.
3+ years of experience in cost estimating, pricing, or financial analysis in the automotive industry, preferably with a Tier 1 supplier.
Solid understanding of automotive manufacturing processes (e.g. molding, painting, wrapping, welding, assembly).
Strong knowledge of raw materials (e.g. steel, aluminum, plastics).
Proficiency with Excel and costing software (e.g., aPriori, AutoQuote, or similar).
Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Experience with quoting to major OEMs (e.g., Ford, GM, Stellantis, Nissan, etc).
CMS, SAP or ERP system preferred.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
Possesses the ability to gather and analyze information and make decisions from a limited number of choices.

A minimum score of 26 on the Wonderlic Contemporary Cognitive Ability Test.

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS
This position typically does not require any travel.

DISCLAIMER
The information contained in this job description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of the duties and responsibilities of the job, nor are they intended to be an all-inclusive list of the skills and abilities required to do the job. Management may, at its discretion, assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Agreement to complete all the required post-hire training.

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Cost Estimators jobs in Kalamazoo, MI

Finance Specialist, Estimating

Estimator – Underground Infrastructure

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Estimator II - New Home Construction

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