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Cost Estimation Jobs in Iowa (NOW HIRING)

Maintain and update cost databases, historical cost records, and estimation templates. * Identify and recommend opportunities for cost reduction and process improvement. * Assist with make-or-buy ...

In this role, the Cost Estimator is responsible for conducting in-coming, in-process and outbound inspections of railcars. This individual determines materials required for repairs and estimates ...

In this role, the Cost Estimator is responsible for conducting in-coming, in-process and outbound inspections of railcars. This individual determines materials required for repairs and estimates ...

Your primary focus will be providing firm bid/submittal documents and cost estimates inclusive of all activities related to high voltage substations and BESS pricing by leveling, reviewing, and ...

Cost Estimation * Oversee the preparation of detailed cost estimates for utility-scale solar projects specifically related to the HV Substation and BESS including materials, labor, equipment, and ...

Reporting to the Controller, this role partners closely with estimating, engineering, and operations to ensure the cost data driving quoting, margin visibility, and management reporting is accurate ...

Reporting to the Controller, this role partners closely with estimating, engineering, and operations to ensure the cost data driving quoting, margin visibility, and management reporting is accurate ...

Reporting to the Controller, this role partners closely with estimating, engineering, and operations to ensure the cost data driving quoting, margin visibility, and management reporting is accurate ...

Manages, estimating and cost planning activities to include taking ownership of and presenting the final cost plan. * Assists in procurement and selection of main contractor. * Prepares contract ...

They maintain historical cost data and market benchmarks to improve future estimates and ensure alignment with current industry trends. Through collaboration with engineering, procurement, and ...

They maintain historical cost data and market benchmarks to improve future estimates and ensure alignment with current industry trends. Through collaboration with engineering, procurement, and ...

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What is the difference between Cost Estimation vs Cost Analysis?

AspectCost EstimationCost Analysis
PurposePredicts the overall project costs before work beginsEvaluates actual costs incurred during or after project completion
TimingPre-project or planning phaseDuring or after project execution
FocusForecasting and budgetingCost control and performance assessment
Skills NeededEstimating techniques, industry knowledge, data analysisCost tracking, data analysis, financial reporting

While both roles involve financial assessment, Cost Estimation focuses on predicting future project costs during planning, whereas Cost Analysis evaluates actual costs to monitor and control expenses during or after the project. Understanding these differences helps organizations plan budgets effectively and ensure financial accountability.

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Cost Estimator

FTHR

Cresco, IA • On-site

Full-time

Posted 14 days ago


Job description

Description
This role is responsible for preparing accurate cost estimates for manufacturing projects by analyzing product designs, production processes, materials, and labor. The ideal candidate will have a background in industrial engineering and a strong understanding of cost analysis, manufacturing operations, and process optimization.
Essential Functions and Responsibilities:
  • Analyze engineering drawings, specifications, bills of materials (BOMs), and process routings to prepare detailed cost estimates.
  • Determine manufacturing costs by evaluating labor, materials, equipment usage, and overhead expenses.
  • Collaborate closely with engineering, production, purchasing, and finance teams to gather accurate cost data.
  • Support new product development by estimating costs during the design and prototyping phases.
  • Maintain and update cost databases, historical cost records, and estimation templates.
  • Identify and recommend opportunities for cost reduction and process improvement.
  • Assist with make-or-buy analysis and vendor cost comparisons.
  • Ensure compliance with internal cost standards, customer requirements, and industry best practices.

Skills, Qualifications, and Experience Requirements:
  • 2-5 years of experience in cost estimation or industrial engineering within a manufacturing environment.
  • Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes such as metal fabrication, welding, machining, and assembly.
  • Planning and organization: an ability to plan and manage multiple projects.
  • Problem analysis and problem resolution.
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
  • Computer proficiency: Word, Excel and ERP systems.

At Featherlite Exiss Sooner Holdings Co., LLC, we are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all qualified applicants and employees and the workplace is free from unlawful discrimination or harassment. Employment decisions are based on merit alone, without consideration of an applicant's or employee's membership in any protected class.