Building Automation Systems Estimator: Bid & Cost Expert

EMCOR Group; Lexington (KY); In loco; USD 70.000 - 110.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Health benefits

Paid time off

401(k)

Tuition reimbursement

Employee assistance program

Company discounts

Descrizione del lavoro

DeBra-Kuempel, an EMCOR Group company, is seeking a Building Automation Systems (BAS) Estimator to prepare accurate, competitive cost estimates for BAS projects including new installations, retrofits, and upgrades. You will review plans, create detailed BOMs, and develop time-and-material estimates while supporting business development and maintaining client relationships.

The role requires strong BAS/HVAC knowledge, analytical and communication skills, and capability to manage bids from pursuit

Competenze

• Associate's in Mechanical/Electrical Engineering, Construction Management, Building Automation, or related technical field (or equivalent experience).
• 2 years of estimating experience in building automation systems, HVAC controls, DDC, or smart buildings industry.
• Manufacturer-specific certifications or training (e.g., Niagara Certification, Tridium, Siemens, Johnson Controls, Honeywell).
• Experience estimating for healthcare, data centers, higher education, or large energy/performance contracting portfolios.
• Familiarity with LEED/sustainability requirements, fault detection & diagnostics (FDD), cybersecurity standards for BAS, and remote/cloud-based systems.
• Previous field experience in BAS installation, commissioning, or service.
• Knowledge of prevailing wage, union labor, or public sector bidding processes.
• Strong technical understanding of BAS platforms, protocols (BACnet, Modbus, LON, etc.), control sequences, mechanical/electrical systems, and integration.
• Proficiency in take-off and estimating tools/software (e.g., Bluebeam, ERP/CRM systems).
• Strong knowledge of construction processes, labor rates, material pricing, and project delivery methods in commercial/industrial sectors.
• Excellent analytical, mathematical, and problem-solving skills with high attention to detail and accuracy under deadlines.
• Strong communication skills for interacting with sales, customers, engineers, and vendors.
• Ability to read/interpret blueprints, specs, and control drawings.

Mansioni

• Review and interpret project documents to determine scope and requirements.
• Perform detailed take-offs for BAS components (controllers, sensors, actuators, valves, dampers, wiring, software, and programming hours).
• Develop BOM, labor estimates, subcontractor quotes, and overhead/profit margins.
• Estimate costs for plan & spec, design-build, and performance contracts.
• Select appropriate control system hardware/software (e.g., Tridium Niagara, Automated Logic, Johnson Metasys, Siemens Desigo CC, BACnet) and ensure compliance.
• Mitigate bid risks and identify pricing opportunities, value engineering, risks, exclusions, assumptions, and potential change orders.
• Support full bid lifecycle with proposals, scope narratives, pricing breakdowns, and client negotiations.
• Maintain estimating databases, templates, and historical cost data; track BAS industry trends and pricing changes.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support the role and organization.

Conoscenze

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Reading blueprints

Problem solving

Coordination

Formazione

Associate's in Mechanical/Electrical Engineering, Construction Management, Building Automation, or related technical field

Strumenti

Tridium Niagara

Automated Logic

Johnson Metasys

Siemens Desigo CC

BACnet knowledge

Bluebeam

ERP/CRM systems

Descrizione del lavoro

DeBra-Kuempel, an EMCOR Group company, is seeking a Building Automation Systems (BAS) Estimator to prepare accurate, competitive cost estimates for BAS projects including new installations, retrofits, and upgrades. You will review plans, create detailed BOMs, and develop time-and-material estimates while supporting business development and maintaining client relationships.

The role requires strong BAS/HVAC knowledge, analytical and communication skills, and capability to manage bids from pursuit