Estimator

Atlanta Custom Fabricators; Douglasville (GA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Atlanta Custom Fabricators is a family-owned leader in custom stainless steel fabrication, designing and manufacturing high-quality commercial kitchen equipment and custom fabricated solutions for clients across the United States. The Estimator role focuses on preparing accurate and timely cost estimates by reviewing drawings, specs, and RFQs to support profitable project execution.

The team collaborates with engineering, purchasing, and production to validate assumptions, identify risks, and

Qualifications

• Experience in estimating for steel or metal fabrication projects.
• Ability to read and interpret fabrication drawings and specifications.
• Strong math, analytical, and organizational skills.
• Familiarity with fabrication processes, materials, and shop operations.

Responsibilities

• Review customer drawings, specifications, and RFQs to develop detailed cost estimates
• Calculate material, labor, and subcontract costs for custom fabrication projects
• Coordinate with engineering, purchasing, and production teams to validate assumptions
• Identify risks, clarifications, and exclusions within estimates
• Maintain estimating data, pricing history, and supporting documentation

Skills

Estimating

Analytical skills

Mathematics

Reading drawings

Organizational skills

Job description

The Estimator is responsible for preparing accurate and timely cost estimates for custom steel fabrication projects. This role reviews drawings, specifications, and customer requirements to develop competitive pricing that supports profitable project execution.

Key Responsibilities

• Review customer drawings, specifications, and RFQs to develop detailed cost estimates
• Calculate material, labor, and subcontract costs for custom fabrication projects
• Coordinate with engineering, purchasing, and production teams to validate assumptions
• Identify risks, clarifications, and exclusions within estimates
• Maintain estimating data, pricing history, and supporting documentation

Qualifications

• Experience in estimating for steel or metal fabrication projects
• Ability to read and interpret fabrication drawings and specifications
• Strong math, analytical, and organizational skills
• Familiarity with fabrication processes, materials, and shop operations

Atlanta Custom Fabricators is a family-owned leader in custom stainless steel fabrication, designing and manufacturing high-quality commercial kitchen equipment and custom fabricated solutions for clients across the United States. With over three decades of experience and a commitment to exceeding industry standards, ACF serves national brands, healthcare facilities, hospitality clients, and more with durable, NSF-approved products and exceptional customer service. We take pride in precision craftsmanship and collaborative teamwork that help drive our continued growth and industry reputation.