Building Controls Estimator
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Job Description
Job description
Controls Estimator Building Automation Systems (BAS)
Full Time
Location: Irving TX US
Job Overview
A leading provider of building automation and energy solutions is seeking a Controls Estimator to join the team. The ideal candidate will have experience in estimating and designing mechanical systems controls project cost estimation and working with building automation technologies.
Job Duties & Responsibilities
Mechanical Systems Controls Design
- Product Selection: Choose appropriate sensors valves materials and end devices with optimal performance and costeffectiveness.
- Network Design: Work with systems such as Alerton Distech Honeywell Tridium and future product lines.
- Project Takeoff & Cost Estimation: Develop job markups capturing costs for materials labor and installation.
- Subcontract Procurement: Coordinate with installation partners and product vendors to obtain competitive quotes.
- Contractor Interaction: Engage with MEP design engineers mechanical contractors vendors and subcontractors via calls emails and virtual meetings.
- Prebid Meetings: Lead internal meetings to review and finalize estimated costs before submission deadlines.
- Proposal Writing: Assist the sales team in preparing bid proposals.
- Document Management: Maintain organized project files including construction plans specifications and scope changes.
- Project Turnover Meetings: Actively participate in discussions to transition projects to engineering and operations teams.
Skills & Qualifications Basic Qualifications
- 3 years of estimating experience in the building automation industry.
- 3 years of DDC controls system estimating.
- 1 year of commercial HVAC experience.
- Familiarity with control systems such as Tridium Distech and Alerton.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Experience with project cost estimation including material and labor costs.
- Understanding of mechanical systems control design.
Preferred Qualifications
- 5 years of estimating experience in the building automation industry.
- 5 years of commercial HVAC experience.
- Bachelors degree in electrical Mechanical Construction Management or a related field.
- Experience with Bluebeam and Bid Tracer construction takeoff software.
- Advanced knowledge of mechanical systems controls design and network design.
- Ability to create AutoCAD submittal drawings for design assist and final design.
- Experience in proposal writing and project turnover meetings.
Essential Job Functions
- Ability to lift and carry drawings personal computers materials etc.
Benefits Offered
- Medical Dental and Vision Insurance
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Life Insurance
- Disability Coverage (LTD/STD)
- 401K with company match
- Pet Insurance
- Paid Time Off and Holidays
Application Process
Submit a resume and cover letter detailing relevant experience and qualifications. Include any certifications or examples of successful project implementations.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
This employer is committed to diversity and does not discriminate based on race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability or veteran status.
Reasonable Accommodations
Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations for any part of the hiring process should contact the HR team for assistance.
Job Type: Fulltime
Pay: $85000.00 $120000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed
Experience:
- Commercial HVAC: 5 years (Preferred)
- BAS Estimating: 5 years (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Irving TX 75017 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Irving TX 75017: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Employment Type
Full Time
