What are the responsibilities and job description for the Estimator position at Actalent?
Job Title: Estimator
Job Description
The Estimator will be responsible for assembling proposals issued by the Estimating Manager, reviewing each customer's RFQs, and organizing the preparation of these proposals using industry-standard forms and methods. The role involves bidding, budgeting, project estimating, and scheduling for up to six projects simultaneously, with project sizes ranging from $50,000 to $40 million for both new and existing customers. The majority of the work (90%) is automotive-related, with the remainder in other industries.
Responsibilities
- Prepare and assemble detailed proposals for customer RFQs.
- Assist with bidding, budgeting, and project estimating.
- Schedule and manage up to six projects concurrently.
- Collaborate with engineering and operations teams.
- Interface with customers and vendors.
- Travel as needed to attend bid meetings and review job sites.
Essential Skills
- Minimum of 4 years of experience in automotive or industrial equipment estimating, installation, design, or project management.
- Experience with complex construction projects valued at $3-5 million.
- Proficiency in budgeting, project management, industrial equipment estimation, and scheduling planning.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and AutoCAD for reading, plotting, and dimensioning.
- Strong knowledge of conveyor support systems safety requirements.
- Familiarity with automation installation processes.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Wixom, MI.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $40.00 - $50.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job
classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be
subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits
available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Wixom,MI.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Nov 18, 2025.
About Actalent
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.
Salary : $40 - $50
