Industrial Mechanical Estimator: Cost, Scope & Solutions

Gsm-Industrial; Lancaster (Lancaster County); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

GSMI is seeking an Estimator - Industrial Mechanical in Lancaster, PA. You will calculate costs for materials, labor, equipment, and services, travel to client sites, and interpret drawings to create precise quotations. You’ll feed our ERP with project details and lead kickoff discussions to align on scope and challenges.

The role requires strong knowledge of industrial maintenance, piping, rigging, and fabrication, plus solid math and communication skills for cross-functional teamwork.

Qualifications

• Two years post-high school training and five years in a related field or equivalent education/experience.
• Thorough knowledge of industrial maintenance, rigging, piping, safe access, structural steel, machine installation, and industrial ducting.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and material specifications.
• Strong intermediate mathematical and computer skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.

Responsibilities

• Calculate precise costs for materials, labor, equipment, and contract services.
• Travel to client locations to uncover project scopes and build relationships.
• Analyze and interpret drawings and specifications for accurate estimates.
• Collaborate with GSMI to produce clear quotations and communicate with prospects.
• Break down bids into actionable project plans and feed ERP with details.
• Lead project kickoff meetings to align on scope and challenges.

Skills

Industrial maintenance

Rigging

Piping

Reading drawings

Math skills

Communication

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Education

Post-high school training

Related field experience

Job description

GSMI is seeking an Estimator - Industrial Mechanical in Lancaster, PA. You will calculate costs for materials, labor, equipment, and services, travel to client sites, and interpret drawings to create precise quotations. You’ll feed our ERP with project details and lead kickoff discussions to align on scope and challenges.

The role requires strong knowledge of industrial maintenance, piping, rigging, and fabrication, plus solid math and communication skills for cross-functional teamwork.