Estimator - Custom Millwork & Metal Fabrication

Lsi-Industrie; Milo (ME); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

LSI Industries in Alpharetta, GA is seeking an Estimator to prepare detailed cost estimates for custom millwork and metal products, reviewing drawings and customer requirements. You will work closely with Sales, Engineering, Purchasing, and Operations from concept through production handoff.

The role emphasizes accurate pricing, developing BOMs and routing with Engineering, coordinating outsourced components, and supporting pricing strategies.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of wood, stainless steel, and carbon steel fabrication processes.
• Excellent verbal and written communication.
• Strong Excel skills and experience with ERP or estimating software.
• Good organizational skills.
• Strong analytical and communication skills.
• Strong basic math skills.
• Ability to read and interpret shop drawings and specifications.
• Ability to work in a demanding, multi-task environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed cost estimates for custom millwork and fabricated metal products.
• Review drawings, specifications, and customer requirements.
• Estimate labor, materials, and outside services across multiple facilities.
• Develop BOMs and routing assumptions in collaboration with Engineering.
• Coordinate pricing for outsourced components (stone, glass, lighting, acrylics, etc.).
• Support Sales with pricing strategies and value-engineering options.
• Maintain estimating databases, tools, and historical cost data.
• Analyze historical data to improve estimating accuracy and margin performance.
• Participate in project handoffs to ensure smooth transition to Operations.

Skills

Wood fabrication knowledge

Stainless steel & metal fabrication

Excel proficiency

ERP/estimating software

Reading shop drawings

Strong communication

Analytical skills

Mathematical aptitude

Education

High School Diploma or GED

3+ years estimating experience in manufacturing

Experience with custom products/millwork

Tools

ERP systems

Estimating software

Job description

LSI Industries in Alpharetta, GA is seeking an Estimator to prepare detailed cost estimates for custom millwork and metal products, reviewing drawings and customer requirements. You will work closely with Sales, Engineering, Purchasing, and Operations from concept through production handoff.

The role emphasizes accurate pricing, developing BOMs and routing with Engineering, coordinating outsourced components, and supporting pricing strategies.