Building Management Systems (BMS) Controls Sales Estimator

Control-Solutions-Grou; New York (NY); On-site; USD 75,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Control Solutions Group, Inc., an EMCOR Group company, seeks a Building Management Systems (BMS) Controls Sales Estimator experienced in Building Management Systems to join our New York City team.

This role collaborates with engineering and sales to review MEP drawings and develop cost estimates for labor, materials, electrical installation, and panel fabrication, while managing subcontractor pricing and bid proposals.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in EE, ME, CE, Math or Physics.
• 2-3 years of estimating experience in Building Management and Temperature Controls.
• Above average proficiency in MS Office, Word, Outlook, Excel, and PowerPoint. Knowledge of estimating software programs.
• Knowledge of Visio and or AutoCAD a plus.
• Knowledge of CRM and Bid Tracer a plus.

Responsibilities

• As a pre-requisite to estimating, work with Engineering team to learn HVAC and BMS Controls fundamentals to understand BMS and the application of Controls to HVAC equipment utilizing CSG engineering standards.
• Work with Sales Executives to review MEP’s (mechanical, electrical, plumbing) drawings to determine the BMS Controls scope of work.
• Work with Sales Executives to prepare detailed costs estimate utilizing CSG Estimating tools including costs for equipment counts, electrical installation, wiring, equipment, itemized breakdowns of labor, materials and panel fabrication.
• Gather and analyze pricing information from vendors, sub‑contractors and internal resources to develop compressive cost estimates.
• Work with Sales Executives to Solicits and maintains communication with mechanical and electrical subcontractors and vendors. Ensures that we have the proper coverage from subcontractors on bid day.
• Follow-up with contractors to ensure that bids are received.
• Ensures all bids are priced correctly by subcontractors and vendors i.e. Tax Exempt. Confirm pricing received reflects the correct scope of work.
• Submits bids and budgets by the bid deadline to mechanical contractors and building owners.
• Work with Sales Executives to create Technical Proposals for sealed bid packages
• Collaborate across functions to manage cost and price factors that influence customer acquisition, retention, and revenue.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in EE, ME, CE, Math or Physics

Tools

MS Office

Excel

Visio

AutoCAD

CRM

Bid Tracer

Job description

About Us

We offer complete building controls and engineering solutions, including precision design, software programming, graphics, and commissioning. Combining leading-edge technology, open-protocol solutions, and customized service, we help clients improve building management for greater efficiency, comfort, and security.

Job Summary

Control Solutions Group, Inc., an EMCOR Group company, seeks an Building Management Systems (BMS)Controls Sales Estimator experienced in Building Management Systems (BMS) to join our New York City team.

In this role, the BMS Estimator will collaborate with the engineering and sales teams to review MEP drawings and determine the full scope of building automation projects. This role is responsible for developing comprehensive cost estimates—including labor, materials, electrical installation, and panel fabrication—by gathering and analyzing pricing from vendors and subcontractors. Additionally, the position involves managing subcontractor bid coverage, ensuring accurate pricing, and creating technical proposals to meet strict submission deadlines.

Experience with controls, BMS, BAS, DDC, Building Automation, Building Management, EPMS and Energy Management Systems is preferred.

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Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• As a pre-requisite to estimating, work with Engineering team to learn HVAC and BMS Controls fundamentals to understand BMS and the application of Controls to HVAC equipment utilizing CSG engineering standards.
• Work with Sales Executives to review MEP’s (mechanical, electrical, plumbing) drawings to determine the BMS Controls scope of work.
• Work with Sales Executives to prepare detailed costs estimate utilizing CSG Estimating tools including costs for equipment counts, electrical installation, wiring, equipment, itemized breakdowns of labor, materials and panel fabrication.
• Gather and analyze pricing information from vendors, sub‑contractors and internal resources to develop compressive cost estimates.
• Work with Sales Executives to Solicits and maintains communication with mechanical and electrical subcontractors and vendors. Ensures that we have the proper coverage from subcontractors on bid day.
• Follow-up with contractors to ensure that bids are received.
• Ensures all bids are priced correctly by subcontractors and vendors i.e. Tax Exempt. Confirm pricing received reflects the correct scope of work.
• Submits bids and budgets by the bid deadline to mechanical contractors and building owners.
• Work with Sales Executives to create Technical Proposals for sealed bid packages
• Collaborate across functions to manage cost and price factors that influence customer acquisition, retention, and revenue.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in EE, ME, CE, Math or Physics
• 2-3 years of estimating experience in Building Management and Temperature Controls.
• Ability to treat sensitive information with the highest level of confidentiality. Possess skills and understanding in conceptual estimating.
• Above average proficiency in MS Office, Word, Outlook, Excel, and PowerPoint. Knowledge of estimating software programs.
• Knowledge of Visio and or AutoCAD a plus.
• Knowledge of CRM and Bid Tracer a plus.

Work Environment

This position is based in our New York City office.

Benefits

We are committed to providing employees a comprehensive benefits package which includes medical, dental, and vision coverage, along with health savings and flexible spending accounts, life insurance, disability, a 401(k) Savings Plan, College Coach and employee assistance program.

Affirmative Action Policy

Please review our Affineive Action Policy.

Geographic Disclosure

New York, New York

Compensation Range: $75,000 to $90,000 / year (Commensurate with experience)

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