Mechanical/industrial Project Estimator

We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Project Estimator to join our team. This role involves reviewing RFQs to understand their intent, requirements, details, timing, and scope. You will create detailed take-offs for equipment and ancillary devices based on the scope and your knowledge of conveyor systems. This position requires preparing bid packs for subcontractors and ensuring compliance with customer general specifications and standards. Pricing and cost estimation for purchased equipment and fabricated items are crucial responsibilities.

• Review RFQs to understand their intent, requirements, details, timing, and scope.
• Create detailed take-offs for equipment and all ancillary devices based on scope and conveyor knowledge.
• Prepare bid packs for subcontractors.
• Ensure compliance with customer general specifications and standards.
• Get pricing for purchased equipment and fabricated items as necessary.
• Add costs to each line item in the estimate.
• Ensure all items of work are included.
• Review subcontractor proposals for content, price, and clarifications.
• Consider cost savings or value-added alternates.
• Review engineering or feasibility considerations.
• Assist in preparing final quotes and documents for customer submission.
• Establish a plan for timing and completing the Scope of Work.
• Review quotes with the Estimating Manager and Sales.
• Collaborate with engineering and operations to complete the quote.
• Provide critical as-sold information, job kickoff, and setup for the job budget.
• Provide job field order and change order estimates for the job budget.

• Experience in project estimation and RFQ interpretation.
• Ability to read blueprints and knowledge of industrial equipment.
• Experience in project management and construction estimating.
• Experience in fiberglass manufacturing and conveyor systems.

• B.S. preferred in Industrial Management, Construction Management, Mechanical Engineering, or related field.
• 5 years of experience in an industrial equipment manufacturing environment, preferably in automotive or fiberglass insulation manufacturing.
• Experience in large project estimating, full scope, and bidding.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Suite, especially Excel.
• Knowledge of AutoCAD/Inventor and ability to read blueprints.
• Willingness to travel occasionally, including overnight, for bid meetings and site reviews (less than 10%).

The role is primarily based in an office setting, focusing on reviewing RFQs and creating bids. Occasional travel to project sites is required to review project scope. The work involves collaboration with various departments to ensure comprehensive and accurate project estimation.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Kansas City, MO.

The pay range for this position is $36.00 - $51.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in Kansas City,MO.

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 6, 2026.

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• Hiring diverse talent
• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

Actalent is an equal opportunity employer.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services. For more than 40 years, we’ve helped visionary companies advance their goals. Headquartered in the United States, our teams span 150 offices across North America, EMEA, and APAC—with four delivery centers in India led by 1,000 extraordinary employees who connect their passion with purpose every day.

Our Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai delivery centers are hubs of engineering expertise, with core capabilities in mechanical and electrical engineering, systems and software, and manufacturing engineering. Our teams deliver work across multiple industries including transportation, consumer and industrial products, and life sciences. We serve more than 4,500 clients, including many Fortune 500 brands. Learn more about how we can work together at actalentservices.com.

Salary : $36 - $51