Staff Mechanical Estimator

  • PDS Tech
  • Appleton, Wisconsin
  • Full Time
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Staff Mechanical Estimator

Location

Appleton, Wisconsin

Job type

ContractTemporary

Salary

$ 36 - $ 42 Hour

Now Hiring: Staff Mechanical Estimator - Drive Industrial Projects with Precision and Impact

Locations (On-Site Only): Appleton, WI Kansas City, MO Chesterfield, MO

Pay: $36-$42hour | 1st Shift | Monday-Friday

Important: Applicants must list the specific office location they are ing for at the top of the resume along with answers to the required questions below.

Note: This is a full-time, on-site role only. No hybrid, no per diem, and no relocation assistance.

About the Role

PDS Tech Commercial is seeking an experienced Staff Mechanical Estimator to supportplex industrial construction projects. In this role, you will be responsible for delivering accurate mechanical estimates that shape successful project bids, planning, and execution. You'll work closely with project teams, clients, and subcontractors to deliver high-quality, data-driven cost proposals that directly impact operational performance and client success.

Key Responsibilities

Developprehensive mechanical estimates including lump sum bids, unit costs, and proposals for field and pre-fabrication construction projects.

Collaborate with procurement, vendors, and subcontractors to gather pricing, assess scopes, and address estimate-related concerns.

Analyze historical project data and trends to enhance future estimating accuracy and efficiency.

Review project documents to identify risks, overlaps, and scope gaps; propose mitigation strategies.

Assist with small business and subcontractor solicitations, pre-qualifications, and evaluations.

Attend pre-bid meetings and present estimation strategies to stakeholders.

Assemble labor and material pricing, conduct market studies, and evaluate subcontractor quotes.

Support project schedule development and assess indirect, general conditions, escalation, and contingency costs.

Ensure estimates areplete, accurate, and aligned withpany methodology and client expectations.

Required Qualifications

Mechanical estimating experience in an industrial setting is required. (Residential ormercial-only experience will not be considered.)

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field, or equivalent hands-on experience.

Minimum 3 years of direct experience preparing mechanical project estimates.

Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel: pivot tables, VLOOKUPXLOOKUP, data modeling, and advanced formulas.

Familiarity with mechanical estimating tools and platforms including:

Bluebeam Revu (Extreme)

Navisworks Freedom

Point, Teams, OneNote

Power BI

InEight

Accubid Anyw

Preferred Experience

Knowledge of Quotesoft, Oracle, and additional project controls or estimating software.

Familiarity with cost control systems and standard industry estimating practices.

Why Join Us?

At PDS Tech Commercial, we'remitted to connecting top talent with meaningful opportunities in high-impact industries. As a Staff Mechanical Estimator, you'll be instrumental in delivering estimates that drive some of the most exciting industrial construction projects in the country. You'll be part of a professional, fast-paced team that values precision, innovation, and collaboration.

Direct Hire Potential: Outstanding candidates may be considered for full-time hire with our client, following successful interviews. This position is open to both contract and direct employment based on performance and fit.

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Please include the following at the top of your resume:

The specific location you are ing for (Appleton, WI Kansas City, MO Chesterfield, MO)

YesNo responses to the following mandatory questions:

Are you proficient in Excel (data modeling, pivot tables, VLOOKUPXLOOKUP, formula creation)?

Are you familiar with Bluebeam Extreme, Navisworks Freedom, PointTeams, Power BI, and OneNote?

Have you recently used InEight?

Have you recently used Accubid Anyw?

Ready to bring your mechanical estimating expertise to a team that values your insight and technical skill? now and take your career to the next level.

Pay Details: $36.00 to $42.00 per hour

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program,muter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay w applicable.

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Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance

Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers

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Job ID: 482777682
Originally Posted on: 6/26/2025

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