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$42/hour | 1st Shift | MondayFriday
**Important:** Applicants **must list** the specific **office location** they are applying 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 support complex industrial construction projects. In this role, you will be responsible for delivering accurate mechanical estimates that shape successful project bids, planning, and execution. Youll 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**
+ Develop comprehensive 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 are complete, accurate, and aligned with company methodology and client expectations.
**Required Qualifications**
+ **Mechanical estimating experience in an industrial setting is required.** (Residential or commercial-only experience will not be considered.)
+ Bachelors 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, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, data modeling, and advanced formulas.
+ Familiarity with mechanical estimating tools and platforms including:
+ **Bluebeam Revu (Extreme)**
+ **Navisworks Freedom**
+ **SharePoint, Teams, OneNote**
+ **Power BI**
+ **InEight**
+ **Accubid Anywhere**
**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, were committed to connecting top talent with meaningful opportunities in high-impact industries. As a Staff Mechanical Estimator, youll be instrumental in delivering estimates that drive some of the most exciting industrial construction projects in the country. Youll 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.
**To Apply**
Please include the following **at the top of your resume** :
1. The **specific location** you are applying for (Appleton, WI Kansas City, MO Chesterfield, MO)
2. **Yes/No responses** to the following mandatory questions:
3. Are you proficient in Excel (data modeling, pivot tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, formula creation)?
4. Are you familiar with Bluebeam Extreme, Navisworks Freedom, SharePoint/Teams, Power BI, and OneNote?
5. Have you recently used **InEight** ?
6. Have you recently used **Accubid Anywhere** ?
**Ready to bring your mechanical estimating expertise to a team that values your insight and technical skill? Apply 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, commuter 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 where applicable.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to
The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:
+ The California Fair Chance Act
+ Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
+ Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
+ San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance
**Locations (On-Site Only):** Appleton, WI Kansas City, MO Chesterfield, MO
**Pay:** $36$42/hour | 1st Shift | MondayFriday
**Important:** Applicants **must list** the specific **office location** they are applying 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 support complex industrial construction projects. In this role, you will be responsible for delivering accurate mechanical estimates that shape successful project bids, planning, and execution. Youll 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**
+ Develop comprehensive 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 are complete, accurate, and aligned with company methodology and client expectations.
**Required Qualifications**
+ **Mechanical estimating experience in an industrial setting is required.** (Residential or commercial-only experience will not be considered.)
+ Bachelors 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, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, data modeling, and advanced formulas.
+ Familiarity with mechanical estimating tools and platforms including:
+ **Bluebeam Revu (Extreme)**
+ **Navisworks Freedom**
+ **SharePoint, Teams, OneNote**
+ **Power BI**
+ **InEight**
+ **Accubid Anywhere**
**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, were committed to connecting top talent with meaningful opportunities in high-impact industries. As a Staff Mechanical Estimator, youll be instrumental in delivering estimates that drive some of the most exciting industrial construction projects in the country. Youll 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.
**To Apply**
Please include the following **at the top of your resume** :
1. The **specific location** you are applying for (Appleton, WI Kansas City, MO Chesterfield, MO)
2. **Yes/No responses** to the following mandatory questions:
3. Are you proficient in Excel (data modeling, pivot tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, formula creation)?
4. Are you familiar with Bluebeam Extreme, Navisworks Freedom, SharePoint/Teams, Power BI, and OneNote?
5. Have you recently used **InEight** ?
6. Have you recently used **Accubid Anywhere** ?
**Ready to bring your mechanical estimating expertise to a team that values your insight and technical skill? Apply 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, commuter 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 where applicable.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to
The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:
+ The California Fair Chance Act
+ Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
+ Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
+ San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance
Job ID: 482777682
Originally Posted on: 6/26/2025
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