BAS Estimator

BGIS; Halifax; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

BGIS in Halifax, NS is seeking an experienced BAS Estimator to serve our expanding Canadian client base. You will apply estimating skills to Building Automation projects while collaborating with the team to deliver superior proposals.

The ideal candidate has 3–5 years of estimating BAS, with preference for Tridium Niagara experience and knowledge of M&E engineering, high voltage systems, HVAC and related control systems. Some travel to site locations is required.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of estimating Building Automation Systems.
• Preference for experience estimating using Tridium Niagara products.
• Knowledge of M&E engineering, high voltage systems, HVAC and related control systems.

Responsibilities

• Review mechanical and electrical drawings to determine scope of work.
• Analyze engineering design drawings to evaluate control systems.
• Assemble detailed take-offs and cost estimates.
• Prepare proposals and project quotations.
• Understand contractual terms and obligations.
• Meet deadlines and work under pressure while maintaining quality.
• Liaise with contractors, suppliers and engineers/consultants.
• Travel to project site locations as required.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Problem solving

Independent work

Team collaboration

Ability to work under pressure

Organization

M&E engineering knowledge

HVAC knowledge

Control systems knowledge

Tridium Niagara familiarity

Tools

Tridium Niagara

Job description

A Canadian Independent Controls Integrator with over twenty-five years of Building Automation and Electrical experience is currently seeking an experienced BAS Estimator to serve our expanding Canadian client base.

We are currently looking to fill a position in our Waverley, NS office.

The successful candidate must be able to apply their estimating skills to Building Automation projects while collaborating with other team members to deliver superior proposals.

An ideal candidate will have a minimum of 3-5 years of experience in estimating Building Automation Systems. Preference will be given to candidates that have experience estimating using Tridium Niagara products. The ideal candidate will possess knowledge in the majority of the following:

Responsibilities

• Review mechanical drawings and specifications to determine scope of work.
• Review electrical drawings and specifications to determine scope of work.
• Analyze engineering design drawings to evaluate control systems.
• Understand the system architecture and products of building automation systems.
• Assemble detailed and accurate high quality take-offs and cost estimates.
• Prepare lead letters, proposals, and project quotations.
• Understand contractual terms, conditions, and obligations.
• Meet deadlines in a timely fashion.
• Work effectively under pressure without impacting quality of work.
• Liaise, consult and communicate with contractors, suppliers and engineers/consultants.
• Adept at identifying missing information in specification packages.
• Participate in training sessions hosted by industry partners.
• Travel to project site locations as required.

Skills

• Positive attitude and desire to learn.
• Uncompromising attention to detail and accuracy.
• Self-motivated with capacity to work independently.
• Strong problem solving and critical thinking.
• Capable of following procedures.
• Highly organized.
• Ability to handle complex projects and prioritize tasks effectively.
• Strong communication skills – both written and verbal.
• Knowledge in M&E engineering, high voltage systems, HVAC, and related control systems.
• Comfortable working with computer software.

BGIS is an equal opportunity employer and we welcome you to apply for a position with us.

This is a regular, full-time position with an hourly range of $29.26 - $36.58. The starting salary will be based on the successful candidate’s competencies, including but not limited to experience, education and performance related to this role.

Job Info

• Job Identification 233037
• Posting Date 09/11/2026, 08:14 PM
• Job Schedule Full time
• Locations Halifax, NS, Canada Moncton, NB, Canada