General Construction Estimator
EarnestSalary not specified
- Full Time
- Junior (1 to 2 years)
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Junior (1 to 2 years), Mid-level (3 to 4 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Packaging, Printing, ManufacturingIndustries
Position Overview
- Location Type: Remote
- Job Type: Full-time
- Salary: Not specified
A Carton Estimator is sought to support packaging solutions by analyzing project requirements, estimating material costs, and ensuring competitive pricing for custom structural packaging.
Requirements
- Experience: Experience in estimating for folding carton manufacturing and printing processes.
- Technical Skills:
- Strong proficiency in Excel and estimating tools (e.g., Planswift, Bluebeam, AutoCAD, Primavera).
- Knowledge of different printing methods (offset, flexographic, digital) and their cost implications.
- Ability to read and interpret structural packaging designs and CAD drawings.
- Communication Skills: Excellent communication skills for liaising with vendors, clients, and internal teams.
- Background: Background in procurement, canvassing, and materials management for packaging projects.
- Other: Detail-oriented approach to ensure accurate cost calculations.
Responsibilities
- Estimate costs for folding carton projects, including material selection, printing processes, and finishing techniques.
- Analyze customer specifications and provide accurate pricing based on production costs and market rates.
- Liaise with production teams to confirm technical feasibility and cost-effectiveness of projects.
- Source materials and negotiate pricing with suppliers to optimize costs.
- Prepare detailed proposals and quotations for clients.
- Review construction drawings and packaging designs to ensure precision in cost estimation.
- Collaborate with sales and design teams to align project expectations with budget constraints.
- Monitor industry trends to stay updated on pricing, production techniques, and material innovations.
Preferred Qualifications
- Prior work in a packaging or printing company specializing in folding cartons.
- Experience in bidding processes and cost negotiations.
- Familiarity with graphic design tools used in carton production.
Additional Details
- Employment Type: Full-time
- Workplace: Remote
- Language: English (en)
- Department: Not specified
- Published: 2025-05-14
- Remote: Yes
Application Instructions
- Not specified
Company Information
- Not specified
Skills
Excel
Planswift
Bluebeam
AutoCAD
Primavera
Offset Printing
Flexographic Printing
Digital Printing
Cost Calculation
CAD Drawings
Structural Packaging Design
Communication Skills
Supplier Negotiation
Market Rates
Remote
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Remote.com is a global employment platform that helps businesses hire, manage, and pay employees in various countries. It simplifies international human resources tasks such as compliance, payroll, and benefits management, allowing companies to focus on their core operations. Remote.com stands out by prioritizing data security with ISO27001 certification and SOC 2 compliance, while offering a flexible pricing model that reduces manual work. The company's goal is to provide a comprehensive solution for efficiently managing international talent.
San Francisco, CaliforniaHeadquarters
2019Year Founded
$482.5MTotal Funding
SERIES_CCompany Stage
Consulting, CybersecurityIndustries
5,001-10,000Employees