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JP Ecommerce Inc. (dba Bare Home) | Forest Lake/Columbus, Minnesota | 100% On-Site

About Us

JP Ecommerce has been named one of the top-ten fastest-growing businesses in Minnesota by Inc. 5000 for FOUR consecutive years! We provide customers with high-quality bedding through our brand Bare Home. As a leading textile retail company, we source premium products from key regions including China, India, Pakistan, and Turkey, and we manufacture our cotton line right here in the USA.

We’re experiencing 20–30% year-over-year growth and expanding our warehouse operations from 110,000 to 220,000+ square feet. This is an incredible time to join a company where personal growth and company growth are intertwined. We have team members who started in entry-level roles five years ago and now lead their own departments—that could be your story too.

Position Overview

We’re seeking a Supply Chain Manager to help drive our international supply chain operations as we scale. Reporting to the Director of Logistics, you’ll manage the daily complexities of international vendor relationships, container logistics, and buying operations while bringing strategic thinking to optimize costs and improve performance across our supply chain.

You’ll be our supply chain problem-solver—the person who manages vendor relationships across Turkey, Pakistan, India, and China, coordinates container flow into our warehouse, oversees buying and lead time planning, and holds vendors accountable to their commitments. You’ll lead a team of three (a Supply Chain Analyst, Buyer, and Supply Chain Associate) and work cross-functionally with warehouse operations, finance, and leadership to keep our supply chain running smoothly as we grow.

If you’ve managed international vendor relationships, understand the full buying cycle from purchase order to warehouse dock, and know how to keep a high-growth e-commerce supply chain on track, we want to talk.

Key Responsibilities

International Vendor Management & Container Logistics

• Manage vendor relationships across Turkey, Pakistan, India, and China—these are your vendors to own
• Hold vendors accountable for quality standards, delivery timelines, pricing agreements, and purchase order compliance—this is non-negotiable
• Manage container flows from overseas vendors through customs clearance to warehouse receiving
• Understand daily warehouse capacity to process containers and optimize inbound flow to manage costs
• Navigate customs documentation, compliance requirements, and freight forwarding coordination
• Negotiate pricing, payment terms, and production schedules with international suppliers
• Keep vendors moving when they’re delayed or behind on shipping finished products

Buying, Purchasing & Lead Time Management

• Manage the full buying cycle: purchase orders, buying timelines, reorder points, and lead time planning
• Oversee all buying and purchasing activities, aligning orders with inventory targets, budget constraints, and demand forecasts
• Analyze landed cost calculations including product cost, freight, duties, insurance, and handling to optimize total cost of ownership
• Coordinate buying windows and seasonal purchasing cycles across product categories
• Read and interpret forecasting data from Excel sheets and forecasting tools to prioritize buying and shipping decisions

Inventory & Multi-Channel Fulfillment

• Monitor inventory levels across all channels to prevent stockouts and excess storage costs
• Understand how inventory flows across all locations: on-site warehouse, Amazon FBA/AWD

Walmart, Target, Canada

• Know what we fulfill in-house vs. what goes to other channels and how it all comes together
• Make strategic decisions on where to ship containers before issues arise
• Ensure compliance with marketplace fulfillment requirements

Warehouse Support & Container Flow

• Coordinate container receiving schedules and capacity planning with the warehouse team
• Support warehouse expansion and operations optimization initiatives
• Help manage inbound/outbound shipment flows to optimize warehouse efficiency
• Coordinate between supply chain and warehouse operations to ensure smooth container processing

Team Leadership & Cross-Functional Coordination

• Directly supervise three employees: Supply Chain Analyst, Buyer, and Supply Chain Associate
• Provide coaching, development, and performance feedback to build a high-performing supply chain team
• Drive continuous process improvements that increase efficiency and reduce costs
• Work across teams—supply chain, forecasting, warehouse, sourcing, fulfillment—to solve problems and keep operations running
• • Communicate effectively with senior leadership, warehouse operations, and overseas teams

Cost Analysis & Optimization

• Identify cost savings and cost avoidance opportunities across the supply chain
• Conduct landed cost analysis to determine most cost-effective shipping and routing decisions
• Analyze vendor payment terms and shipping methods to optimize costs
• Track and reduce expenses across international shipping, warehousing, and fulfillment
• Present data-driven recommendations to leadership on cost optimization initiatives

Qualifications & Requirements

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Operations Management, International Business, or related field
• 5–7 years of experience in supply chain operations, international logistics, or global sourcing
• Proven experience managing container flows from overseas manufacturers
• Background working with vendors in Asia (China, India, Pakistan, Turkey) preferred
• Experience with multi-channel fulfillment operations (Amazon FBA, retail fulfillment) highly valued
• Prior supervisory experience managing direct reports

Supply Chain & Technical Skills

• Strong understanding of international supply chain operations including freight forwarding, customs, and vendor management
• Advanced Excel skills required: VLOOKUP, XLOOKUP, SUMIFS, pivot tables, complex formulas for data analysis
• Ability to read and interpret forecasting data to prioritize buying and shipping decisions
• Understanding of just-in-time (JIT) fulfillment and e-commerce operations
• Experience with ERP systems (we use SellerCloud, transitioning to NetSuite)
• Knowledge of warehouse capacity planning and container flow management
• Familiarity with customs documentation, compliance requirements, and duty drawback programs

Analytical & Strategic Abilities

• Strong cost analysis skills with ability to identify savings and optimization opportunities
• Demonstrated ability to conduct landed cost analysis and make data-driven shipping decisions
• Strategic thinker who can evaluate alternatives (3PL options, storage solutions, routing strategies)
• Ability to anticipate problems and implement solutions before issues escalate
• Understanding of how inventory flows across multiple fulfillment channels

Personal Qualities

• Proactive problem-solver who sees issues coming and takes action
• Strong sense of accountability with ability to hold vendors accountable for performance
• Excellent communication skills for working with overseas teams and coordinating across departments
• Growth mindset with eagerness to take on increasing responsibility
• Positive attitude and adaptable team player who thrives in fast-paced environments

Why Go Bare?

Career Growth & Development

• Rapid advancement opportunities in a company growing 20–30% annually
• Broad exposure across all aspects of supply chain, warehouse, forecasting, and fulfillment operations
• Work directly with senior leadership team on strategic decisions
• Clear path to increased responsibility as we scale to $200M+ revenue
• Real examples: Team members who started in entry-level roles now manage departments
• Personal growth and company growth are intertwined—we promote from within

Team Culture

• Join a strong six-person supply chain team that works exceptionally well together
• Positive attitudes and mutual accountability are core to our success
• Direct communication without corporate bureaucracy
• Small company atmosphere where your contributions are visible and valued

Compensation & Benefits

Salary: $75,000 - $90,000 (based on experience and skill set)

Comprehensive Benefits Package:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

• Short-Term Disability (at no cost to employees)

• Life Insurance starting at $25,000 (at no cost to employees, with option to purchase additional coverage)

• Paid Family and Medical Leave Act (PFMLA) - Paid Maternity and Paternity Leave

• 401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match

• Paid Time Off and Holidays

• Career advancement opportunities in a rapidly growing company

We are only considering candidates who:

• Currently live in Minnesota or the immediate surrounding area

• Can reliably commute to our Forest Lake/Columbus location daily

• Are available for in-person interviews at our office

Application Process

To be considered for this opportunity, please submit:

• Resume highlighting your international supply chain experience, container logistics management, vendor accountability track record, and technical skills (especially Excel proficiency)

• Cover letter explaining your experience with overseas vendor management, buying/purchasing operations, and why you’re excited about this growth opportunity

Submit your application to: or

Visit us: Bare Home, we strive to create a culture where all people come first. We are committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce. Therefore, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. Bare Home is an equal-opportunity employer, and by doing so, we aim to sustain and promote an inclusive culture that supports future growth for all.

Job Summary:

The Project Specialist supports project cost and financial control activities to ensure accurate and timely reporting. This role assists with budgets, change orders, earned value tracking, and project status reporting, and works with Project Managers, Branch Managers, and Regional Controllers to provide clear visibility into overall project performance.

Specific Role Responsibilities:

• Ensuring all project budgets are set up in Vista (ERP)
• Ensuring all project related costs are booked to the correct project, phase code and cost type each month.
• Ensuring all Purchase Orders are properly managed by the requestors.
• Ensure monthly accruals are made at month end to project cost
• Reviewing and auditing job cost on projects to ensure accuracy
• Ensuring all Change Orders on projects are executed and projected revenue, cost and gross profit numbers are updated in Vista each month
• Ensuring all projects are billed to clients weekly and/or monthly
• Ensuring scope, cost, and schedule risks are brought before the Project Managers to assist with their decision making.

Required Skills and Abilities:

• Experience with project accounting and cost control
• Construction Scheduling & Cost Control and/or Industrial Project Controls courses (preferred but not required)
• Hands-on exposure to tools like Primavera P6, MS Project, Excel/Power BI, and cost reporting (preferred but not required)
• Ability to review, interpret and organize data and information
• Understand financial terms and basic financial instruments (bonds; guarantees; payment security)
• Experience in Vista ERP beneficial

Essential Core Competencies:

• Financial Acumen: Demonstrates strong understanding of project accounting, job cost controls, accruals, revenue recognition, and gross profit management.
• ERP & Systems Proficiency: Proven ability to accurately set up, manage, and maintain project budgets, cost codes, and financial data within Vista (or similar ERP systems).
• Attention to Detail: Consistently ensures accuracy in job cost reporting, billing, accruals, and change order processing through thorough review and auditing practices.
• Ensures Accountability: Holds self and project stakeholders accountable for proper cost coding, purchase order management, and timely financial updates.
• Collaboration: Partners effectively with Project Managers, Operations, and Procurement to align financial data with project execution and decision-making.
• Communication: Clearly communicates financial insights, risks, and discrepancies related to scope, cost, and schedule to support informed project decisions.
• Risk Identification & Mitigation: Proactively identifies financial, scope, and schedule risks and escalates them to Project Managers to minimize project exposure.
• Drives Results: Ensures timely billing, accurate cost tracking, and updated financial projections to support strong project performance and profitability.
• Process Discipline: Follows and enforces established financial processes to ensure consistency, compliance, and audit readiness across all projects.
• Situational Adaptability: Adjusts priorities and approach to meet changing project demands, deadlines, and operational needs.

Education and Experience:

• Associate’s degree or equivalent industry experience required; Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• At least 1+ years of experience in project management, estimating, or sales within the construction or related industry preferred.

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.
• Ability to walk job sites as needed.
• May be required to travel to job sites or other locations as necessary.

Legal Disclaimer:

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

Penhall Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, compensation inquiries, discussions or disclosures, gender identity and/or expression, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. (41 CFR §§ 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a))

This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees in this position. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications required. Penhall Company reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties and to assign other responsibilities as necessary.

Company Description

Jos. Schmitt Construction Company has been a trusted commercial, industrial and institutional construction partner since 1899, providing high-quality services for businesses throughout southeast Wisconsin.

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Estimator to join our commercial construction team. As an Estimator, you will be responsible for preparing accurate and competitive cost estimates for commercial construction projects, from the initial concept to the completion stage. You will collaborate with project managers, architects, engineers, and subcontractors to gather and analyze project data, ensuring that all cost components are considered to provide comprehensive, precise bids. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of construction processes, materials, labor, and market conditions, along with strong analytical and communication skills.

Job Requirements and Duties

Cost Estimation: Prepare detailed cost estimates for commercial construction projects, including labor, materials, equipment, overhead, and profit margins. Ensure estimates are accurate and competitive.

Project Scope Analysis: Analyze blueprints, specifications, and project documents to determine the scope of work, material requirements, and labor costs. Review project plans and drawings with architects, engineers, and other stakeholders to clarify specifications and resolve discrepancies.

Material and Labor Cost Analysis: Research and source material prices, labor rates, and equipment rental costs. Maintain relationships with suppliers and subcontractors to stay up-to-date with pricing trends and changes.

Bid Preparation: Prepare and submit bids for commercial projects, ensuring all necessary details, terms, and conditions are included. Work with the project manager and other stakeholders to review and finalize bids before submission.

Subcontractor Coordination: Solicit and evaluate bids from subcontractors for specialized work, including electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and other trades. Ensure that subcontractor bids are accurate, complete, and aligned with project requirements.

Budget Management: Develop and manage project budgets, ensuring costs stay within the estimated scope. Monitor expenditures and adjust cost estimates as needed throughout the project lifecycle.

Risk Analysis: Identify potential risks and budget contingencies related to project scope, site conditions, and unforeseen challenges. Advise management on potential cost-saving strategies and risks.

Tender and Proposal Management: Assist in the preparation of tender documents, proposals, and contract negotiations, ensuring compliance with project requirements and regulations.

Collaboration with Project Team: Work closely with project managers, architects, and engineers to understand the requirements and limitations of each project, providing input on cost-effective solutions and construction techniques.

Continuous Improvement: Continuously monitor industry trends, best practices, and technological advancements to improve the accuracy and efficiency of cost estimation processes.

Job Qualifications

Experience: Minimum of 3-5 years of experience as an Estimator in commercial construction. Experience estimating various types of commercial projects (e.g., office buildings, retail spaces, industrial sites) is required.

Education: Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Architecture, or a related field. Alternatively, significant practical experience in construction estimating may substitute for formal education.

Technical Skills

• Proficiency in estimating software (e.g., ProEst, Buildertrend, Bluebeam, or similar).
• Strong knowledge of construction materials, methods, and techniques.
• Ability to analyze blueprints, technical drawings, and specifications.

Mathematical Skills: Strong ability to perform complex mathematical calculations related to costs, quantities, and measurements.

Attention to Detail: High level of accuracy in cost estimation, with the ability to identify and correct potential discrepancies.

Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Ability to present cost estimates and project proposals clearly and confidently to clients, contractors, and team members.

Project Management Understanding: Knowledge of project management processes, including timeline management, procurement, and budget monitoring.

Time Management: Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, prioritize tasks, and meet tight deadlines.

Certifications (optional): Certifications such as the Associate Estimating Professional (AEP), Certified Professional Estimator (CPE), or similar industry certifications are a plus.

Collaboration Skills: Ability to work collaboratively with project managers, subcontractors, suppliers, and clients to ensure the best project outcomes.

Job Title: Development Estimator

Position Summary

The Development Estimator is responsible for preparing accurate conceptual, schematic, and detailed cost estimates for commercial real estate development projects. This role supports the development team by providing cost analysis during underwriting, design, and pre-construction phases to ensure project feasibility, budget alignment, and informed decision-making. The ideal candidate combines strong construction knowledge with a development-oriented mindset and the ability to estimate with limited design information.

Key Responsibilities

Cost Estimating & Budgeting

• Prepare conceptual, schematic, and detailed construction cost estimates for ground-up and redevelopment projects

• Develop and maintain project budgets from feasibility through construction documentation

• Perform quantity takeoffs and pricing based on drawings, specifications, and conceptual narratives

• Evaluate alternative design and construction approaches to optimize costs

Pre-Development & Feasibility Support

• Support development underwriting by providing early-stage cost models and assumptions

• Assist with pro forma development, cost benchmarking, and sensitivity analysis

• Identify cost risks, escalation factors, and contingencies

Design & Consultant Coordination

• Collaborate with architects, engineers, and development project managers during design phases

• Review consultant drawings and specifications for cost impacts and constructability

• Track design changes and update estimates accordingly

Vendor & Market Analysis

• Solicit and analyze subcontractor, vendor, and contractor pricing as required

• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of material, labor, and market cost trends

• Develop and maintain cost databases and benchmarking tools

Reporting & Documentation

• Prepare clear cost reports, summaries, and presentations for internal stakeholders

• Assist with value engineering exercises and cost reconciliation

• Support pre-construction handoff to construction and project management teams

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or related field (preferred)

• 5+ years of experience in estimating, pre-construction, or development cost analysis

• Experience with commercial real estate projects (office, retail, industrial, or mixed-use)

• Strong understanding of construction methods, materials, and pricing

• Ability to estimate with incomplete or conceptual design information

Technical Skills

• Proficiency with estimating and takeoff software (e.g., Bluebeam, On-Screen Takeoff, PlanSwift)

• Strong Excel skills and familiarity with development budgets and pro formas

• Experience working with project management platforms (e.g., Procore) a plus

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working for a developer, GC, or design-build firm

• Knowledge of value engineering and life-cycle cost analysis

• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills

Work Environment

• Office-based with collaboration across development and construction teams

• Occasional site visits and consultant meetings

Pay Range: $70,000 - $100,000

The Purchasing Agent is responsible for monitoring costs associated with products in both development and construction phases, collaborating with other departments to identify and implement new and more cost-efficient methods and materials, sourcing new vendors and trades, vendor/trade negotiations to obtain reduced costs, and purchase order/work order execution. Duties include:

Controlling and Reducing Costs

• Choose vendors using a balanced approach, including quality, cost, and service.                                    
• Procure contracts and material costs at the lowest possible cost while maintaining quality and service standards.                                    
• Work with other departments to value engineer new product and projects.
• Provide support and feedback for purchasing strategy adjustments.
• Work with peers to come up with ideas to cut costs; motivate each other to achieve these goals.                                    
• Complete detailed estimates of costs and quantities of residential products using comparative and differential estimating techniques in Microsoft Excel and/or Google Sheets.                                    
• Design and implement strategies that reduce build-times, cost, and maintain or increase quality standards.                                    
• Directly responsible for purchasing information accuracy on sales documents (option prices, custom option costing and pricing, selection, colors, etc.).

New Communities

• Provide accurate quantity takeoffs for new plans.                                    
• Create accurate material list for each new plan.                                    
• Create accurate contract budget for each new plan.                                    
• Negotiate with trade contractors and vendors to deliver high value.
• Create accurate lot premium budget for each new subdivision.

Variance Reporting

• Track VPOs on a dialy basis on the VPO Log.                                    
• Forward all "VPO Approved" e-mails to the appropriate Superintendent to make them aware of the extra material thiat is ordered.                                    
• Review the VPO Log at month end and give recommendations for changes to improve future variances.                                    
• Submit Variance Report to the Purchasing Manager by the 25th of the month for all homes closed in the previous month.                                    
• Process Exception Reports within 3 to 5 hours of receipt from Accounting (submit to Construction by 12PM and to Accounting by 1:30PM).

Hard Costs

• Complete all hard cost updates by the assigned deadline.
• Bid lumber by the assigned deadline.                                     
• Run and review Hard Cost Report (following Hard Cost Process exactly).                                    
• Run and review Option Price Updates (following Option Price Update Process exactly) and turn into Purchasing Manager 3 days prior to option price deadline.                                    
• Enforce vendor increase policies.                                    

Custom Options

• Track custom option requests and status on Custom Option Tracker.
• Estimate custom options (ensure all estimates are completed within 3 days of the request or within 5 days for structural requests that require a drawing).
• Responsible for the accuracy of all custom option estimates for Sales.

House Release

• Follow House Release process exactly to ensure correct variance reporting.
• Provide detailed Load Budget Request Sheet to Accounting with proper expectations when asking for budgets to be loaded.

Cost Cuts

• Strive to achieve cost cut goals each quarter through negotiating and value engineering.                        
• Record progress on Cost Cut Tracker.

Vendor Paperwork

• Update Vendor Paperwork Tracker every Thursday.                                    
• Record date of the most recently signed Schedule A for all vendors.

Rebates

• Ensure that Hakes Brothers is submitting and collecting on all rebate programs on a quarterly basis by the 10th of the month.

Builder of Choice

• Help Hakes Brothers become the Builder of Choice for our trade contractors. Manage trade contractors and supplier relationships so they can accomplish their jobs effectively and efficiently. Work with trade contractors to create value for them, as well as for Hakes Brothers. Be firm but fair; be consistent and reliable;instill discipline; give ample lead times; provide proper materials to execute the job; pay on time; be a good listener, and show respect.

Manage Professional Relationships

• Cooperate with other departments and work to better the overall culture at Hakes Brothers.

Professional Appearance / Team Player

• Always look, dress and speak professionally.                                    
• Be a Leader. Be an example to other Purchasing Agents. Be the top performer of each of the Purchasing Agent responsibilities. Be a positive voice for the company.

Vehicle

• Must own or have access to vehicle for daily work.                                    
• Must carry a valid driver's icense and auto liability insurance.

Other

• Other duties as assigned.

Education

• Required: High School diploma or GED

Experience / Qualifications

• Preferred: At least two years' relevant experience

Skills / Abilities

• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail                                    
• Excellent problem-solving skills                                    
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills\

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer
• Must be able to access and navigate all areas under consideration in all types of weather                       
• Ability to work in various weather conditions - heat, rain, cold, etc.

Company: JP Tank, Inc.

Location: Rosendale, Wisconsin

Position Type: Full-Time – Office Based

JP Tank is a growing industrial concrete construction company specializing in large concrete tanks, digesters, waste storage structures, lagoons, and other agricultural infrastructure projects across the Midwest and United States.

Our projects involve complex reinforced concrete structures that require careful planning, strong field coordination, and disciplined project execution.

We are looking for a highly organized and detail-oriented individual to support our estimating and operations team by managing project documentation, budgets, job costing, and project controls.

This position works directly with the company President and estimator and offers a career path into construction estimating and project management.

The Construction Project Controls & Estimating Coordinator is responsible for converting estimates into proposals, setting up project budgets, managing project documentation, and tracking project performance through job costing and key performance indicators (KPIs).

This role serves as the administrative and financial control center for construction projects, ensuring estimates, budgets, field reporting, and job costing remain aligned throughout the life of each project. 

The role also provides a growth path toward assisting with construction estimating.

Convert completed estimates into professional customer proposals

Review estimate scope and inclusions with the estimator

Format proposal documents using company templates

Submit proposals to customers

Track proposal status and maintain bid logs

Maintain the company bid pipeline tracking system

Assist the estimator with bid documentation and organization

When projects are awarded, the coordinator will:

Set up new projects in the company accounting system (Intuit Enterprise Suite)

Create cost-coded project budgets aligned with the estimate

Enter labor budgets, equipment budgets, and material budgets

Ensure estimate structure aligns with job cost tracking structure

Create and organize project files and documentation systems

Complete job setup checklists including project information, contract details, and wage requirements

Track project budgets versus actual job performance

Maintain job cost reports and financial tracking

Monitor labor hours and production data

Track key project performance indicators (KPIs)

Identify potential cost overruns early

Assist with weekly project performance reporting

Support job cost forecasting for ongoing projects

Review and code vendor invoices to the appropriate job cost codes

Ensure vendor invoices are entered accurately into Intuit Enterprise Suite

Verify invoices align with project budgets and job cost categories

Assist accounting with accurate job costing records

Track potential scope changes on projects

Maintain change order logs

Prepare change order documentation

Coordinate with field staff regarding scope changes

Submit change orders for approval when required

Track approved versus pending change orders

Maintain organized digital project files

Manage drawing revisions and plan distribution

Maintain submittal logs and shop drawing records

Prepare Requests for Information (RFIs) when required

Maintain approved submittal folders for field crews

Ensure field staff always have access to current project documents

Collect production data from field staff including:

Square feet of formwork installed

Tons of rebar installed

Cubic yards of concrete poured

Labor hours per production activity

Maintain KPI dashboards used for project performance tracking

Assist with weekly project performance reporting

Monitor apprentice hours and ensure proper tracking for reporting purposes

Verify apprentice labor hours are recorded correctly in the job cost system

Coordinate with field staff to ensure apprentice labor requirements are met when applicable

Assist with real-time job forecasting based on production data and job cost reports

Track project progress against production targets

Identify potential financial risks early in long-duration projects

Provide support for weekly job cost forecasting reports

Assist with post-job cost analysis

Compare estimate versus actual project performance

Identify lessons learned for future estimates

Help improve estimating accuracy over time

Intuit Enterprise Suite (Construction Accounting)

Microsoft Excel

Bluebeam (PDF markup and document review)

Dropbox or digital project file systems

Microsoft Project or similar (construction scheduling)

Strong organizational ability

High attention to detail especially with numbers

Comfortable working with numbers and spreadsheets

Strong written communication skills

Ability to manage documentation and project data

Ability to work in a fast-paced construction environment

Construction industry experience

Project coordination or estimating support experience

Experience with construction accounting or job cost systems

Ability to read construction drawings 

Experience with spreadsheets and accounting programs

This position is designed to grow into an estimating role.

The right candidate will gain experience with:

Construction estimating

Project budgeting

Production tracking

Construction operations

Typical salary range: $75,000 – $95,000 depending on experience.

Benefits include paid time off, 401k with company matching, company health insurance, and potential performance-based incentives.

What Makes a Honda, is Who makes a Honda
Honda has a clear vision for the future, and it’s a joyful one.  We are looking for individuals with the skills, courage, persistence, and dreams that will help us reach our future-focused goals. At our core is innovation. Honda is constantly innovating and developing solutions to drive our business with record success.  We strive to be a company that serves as a source of “power” that supports people around the world who are trying to do things based on their own initiative and that helps people expand their own potential. To this end, Honda strives to realize “the joy and freedom of mobility” by developing new technologies and an innovative approach to achieve a “zero environmental footprint.”

We are looking for qualified individuals with diverse backgrounds, experiences, continuous improvement values, and a strong work ethic to join our team.

If your goals and values align with Honda’s, we want you to join our team to Bring the Future!

 About this Position: 

Lead and manage New Model project for new launches in North America through cross-functional coordination and cost roll-up of automotive parts sourced within Global and North American supply base, all which have significant impact on HDMA financial performance. Effectively lead and develop cost targets and strategies to achieve NM Model cost reduction goals for assigned models, monitoring progress and performance against the project, plan versus actual.  Provide clear, concise, and accurate cost and maker layout reports to Purchasing management and New Model Cost in line with project requirements.  Monitor progress and performance against the project, plan versus actual Lead team cost correlation activity with both global and regional design functions. Support project meetings and prepare reports to communicate the status of the project within and beyond the project team.

Responsibilities include:

• Create, maintain, and manage multiple new models (13-17) project schedules to meet overall schedule milestones and deliverables
• Represent the Department independently in project team meetings, theme activity, and evaluations; communicating across DEB areas to share ideas and gain consensus on key decisions and milestones
• Independently summarize Unit activity, conduct periodic reviews with Unit, Department & Division management to confirm new model status.  This includes Supplier and Cost strategy items.
• Create and manage new model cost targets through cost correlation activity with design, effectively managing performance and implementing countermeasure plans accordingly (annual supplier spend $3.2B/$38M investment).
• Accurately roll-up cost (piece price and investment) for each NM event, and report cost and project status at New Model Evaluations to Procurement and Design Leadership
• Report departments project status, clarifying risk and path forward at New Model evaluations (Cost Evaluations, We Are Ready) to Procurement Senior Management
• Communicate and collaborate across DEB areas of the business to share ideas and reach consensus.  Share project requirements to Department team and suppliers
• Develop and manage the coordination of cost table activity for use in supplier negotiation
• Mentor associates within group on problem solving, procedures, and fostering development

Who we are seeking:

Required Work Experience:

• 8+ Years of Purchasing, Sales, Quality Control, or Engineering experience

Required Education:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Supply Chain, Purchasing or equivalent relevant experience

Desired skills:

• Strong project management experience
• Managing complex and detailed projects
• Demonstrate leadership skills
• Gap analysis
• Strength in problem solving
• Setting goals and achieving results
• Catia knowledge
• Good organization
• Proficient in Microsoft (Excel, PowerPoint)
• Work cross functionally

Additional Position Factors:

• Domestic and International (1-2 weeks) travel may be required (10%)
• Willingness to work overtime due to the cyclical business needs of our NM launches (5-10 hrs.)
• Open office environment with moderate level of noise and activity.
• Hybrid work style (80% in office)
• Blended remote work is an available option based on management discretion and operating needs.
• Regular occurrence of communicating and presenting information in groups for evaluation purposes.

What differentiates Honda and makes us an employer of choice?

Total Rewards: 

• Competitive Base Salary (pay will be based on several variables that include, but not limited to geographic location, work experience, etc.)
• Regional Bonus (when applicable)
• Manager Lease Car Program (No Cost - Car, Maintenance, and Insurance included)
• Industry-leading Benefit Plans (Medical, Dental, Vision, Rx)
• Paid time off, including vacation, holidays, shutdown
• Company Paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability 
• 401K Plan with company match + additional contribution
• Relocation assistance (if eligible)

Career Growth:

• Advancement Opportunities
• Career Mobility
• Education Reimbursement for Continued learning
• Training and Development Programs 

Additional Offerings:

• Lifestyle Account
• Childcare Reimbursement Account
• Elder Care Support
• Tuition Assistance & Student Loan Repayment
• Wellbeing Program
• Community Service and Engagement Programs
• Product Programs

Honda is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected factor.

Project Controls Engineer 4

Location: Los Alamos, NM (Onsite)

Schedule: 9/80 Work Schedule

Pay Rate: $85/hr – $91/hr

Assignment Duration: 1 Year

Positions Available: 2

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Project Controls 4 to support project execution activities at Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL). This role provides senior-level expertise in project planning, scheduling, cost engineering, and Earned Value Management (EVMS) to ensure successful delivery of complex technical projects.

The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in project controls systems, cost estimating, schedule development, and financial analysis, with the ability to identify cost and schedule trends and provide actionable recommendations to project leadership.

This position works under consultative direction and may provide technical oversight and leadership for project controls teams, ensuring compliance with project objectives, schedules, and financial targets.

Key Responsibilities

• Support and maintain the Earned Value Management System (EVMS) and project controls processes.
• Perform cost estimating, cost analysis, cost control, and financial reporting activities for complex projects.
• Develop, maintain, and monitor project schedules, ensuring alignment with project milestones and deliverables.
• Identify cost and schedule trends and provide analysis and recommendations to project leadership.
• Supervise or provide technical direction for planning, scheduling, and cost engineering activities.
• Prepare and review cost reports, schedule analysis, and project performance metrics.
• Support project organizational and administrative activities including budget tracking and performance monitoring.
• Provide innovative solutions to cost and schedule challenges on complex technical projects.
• Develop advanced concepts, techniques, and standards to improve project control performance.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure project objectives are achieved on time and within budget.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Project Controls, or related field.
• 12+ years of related project controls experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Strong experience with cost estimating, cost control, and financial analysis for large projects.
• Demonstrated experience with schedule development, monitoring, and analysis.
• Experience supporting EVMS-based project environments.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, and related tools).
• Ability to work independently and provide leadership on complex project assignments.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in DOE, NNSA, or federal project environments.
• Prior experience supporting engineering, construction, or technical programs.
• Experience working as a Control Account Manager (CAM) or supporting project budgets and financial reporting systems.
• Knowledge of project financial status reporting and earned revenue tracking.

Work Environment

• Onsite position located in Los Alamos, NM.
• 9/80 work schedule.
• Work performed in a non-secure area with no clearance required for start.
• Position supports project activities within the PC organization at LANL.

Equal Opportunity Employer

COMPA Industries is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other protected characteristics.

Notice to Recruiting Agencies

COMPA Industries does not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party recruiting agencies.

No C2C or agency submissions will be accepted.

Job Title: Manufacturing Estimator

Location: Sheboygan County, WI

Type: Direct Hire

Schedule: Monday - Friday, 7-4

Pay Range: $70k - $95k + bonus

Benefits: Yes. Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO, 401(k), Paid holidays

Summary

Connect Search is hiring a Manufacturing Estimator in Sheboygan County.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed cost estimates for new and existing products, including materials, labor, routings, tooling, and outside services.
• Maintain quote sheets with current and accurate cost data.
• Analyze customer specifications to understand manufacturability and cost drivers.
• Quote outside processes and vendor-supplied components as required.
• Ensure timely delivery of quotes to internal teams and customers.
• Update and maintain product cost models on a regular basis.
• Perform periodic material or alloy cost updates and apply to customer-specific pricing.
• Review actual production costs versus estimates to improve quoting accuracy.
• Support Finance and Operations with cost-related analysis and reporting.
• Align product pricing with company strategy and margin targets.
• Participate in customer discussions to clarify technical requirements and manufacturing capabilities.
• Provide sales teams with technical input to support quoting, negotiations, and pricing discussions.
• Translate customer requirements into meaningful process routings and cost structures.
• Create and maintain production routings for new products and revise existing routings when processes change.
• Collaborate with engineering and operations to ensure routings reflect accurate labor, machine time, and material usage.
• Support the onboarding of newly awarded jobs into the ERP system with correct cost, routing, and pricing data.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in manufacturing cost estimating, cost accounting, sales engineering, or similar role.
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes, routing development, and cost structures.
• Ability to read drawings, specifications, and technical documentation.
• Effective communication skills for both internal and customer-facing interactions.