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Estimating Manager

The Estimating Manager leads our quoting process from RFQ intake through pricing approval and handoff to Engineering. It's a fast-paced, high-mix environment where speed, accuracy, and good prioritization directly impact our ability to win business. Day to day, you will:Manage and prioritize a busy queue of RFQsReview and approve quotes before they go to customersAssign and balance workload across the estimating teamPartner with Sales, Engineering, Production, and Purchasing to keep work movingMentor and develop estimatorsHelp improve our estimating tools and processes Requirements What We're Looking ForHands-on estimating experience in precision metal fabrication or similar manufacturing Prior supervisory or leadership experienceStrong prioritization and decision-making skills, especially with incomplete or changing informationComfortable working cross-functionallyStrong math, analytical, computer, and communication skillsDegree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, or Industrial Engineering is a plus, but not requiredThe right person treats estimating as a business function, accurate enough to protect margin, fast enough to win the work.