Controls Estimator

Iconmech; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Stock Ownership Program

Discretionary Annual Bonus

Health Insurance

Vision Insurance

401k with Discretionary Contributions

Paid Time Off

Paid Company Holidays

Tuition Reimbursement Program

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

A leading automation systems provider located in St. Louis, MO is looking for a Building Automation / Controls Estimator. This role involves leading pre-construction estimating efforts for HVAC control systems, ensuring accuracy in proposals for new construction and retrofit projects. The ideal candidate should have over 7 years of experience in estimating and know major control platforms like Distech and Tridium. Strong communication skills and an understanding of project risks are essential. Attractive perks like health insurance and 401k are offered.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience estimating Building Automation / Controls projects.
• Experience with one major controls platform: Distech, Tridium, or Delta Controls.
• Strong understanding of BACnet systems, HVAC control strategies.
• Ability to read mechanical and electrical drawings.
• Proficiency in estimating software required.

Responsibilities

• Perform detailed takeoffs from construction drawings.
• Develop accurate cost estimates for automation systems.
• Solicit and evaluate subcontractor installation quotes.
• Prepare detailed proposals outlining scope of work.
• Identify project risks and coordination issues.

Skills

Estimating Building Automation / Controls projects

Experience with Distech Controls

Understanding of BACnet systems architecture

Reading mechanical and electrical drawings

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel

Strong written communication skills

Job description

eagle Controls is seeking qualified professionals to join our Controls team. eagle Controls uses the most advanced, user-friendly automation systems in the market. eagle designs, builds, programs and commissions building automation system projects for new or existing construction across a variety of markets.

IMI’s acquisition of eagle Controls in 2018 helped complete our unique offering of beginning-to-end mechanical system delivery. eagle Controls is headquartered in Chesterfield, MO and has offices in Granite City, IL, Nashville, TN, and Charlotte, NC.

We are seeking an experiencedBuilding Automation / Controls Estimatorto lead pre-construction estimating efforts for commercial and industrial HVAC control systems in our St. Louis, MO office. This position plays a critical role in ensuring accurate, detailed, and profitable proposals for new construction and retrofit projects. The ideal candidate has hands‑on experience estimating systems utilizingDistech Controls, Tridium (Niagara), and/or Delta Controlsplatforms and understands the full lifecycle of a controls project — from takeoff through commissioning. This role requires technical depth, financial discipline, and strong coordination with project management, engineering, and subcontractors.

Primary Responsibilities for eagle Control’s Estimator

• Performing detailed takeoffs from construction drawings, specifications, and control diagrams.
• Developing accurate cost estimates for building automation systems, including controllers (VAV, RTU, AHU, plant), field devices (sensors, actuators, valves, dampers), panels, integration (BACnet, Modbus, Lon), graphics, programming, and commissioning labor.
• Soliciting and evaluating subcontractor installation labor quotes.
• Preparing clear, detailed written proposals outlining scope of work, equipment quantities, inclusions/exclusions, and trade responsibilities.
• Identifying project risks, scope gaps, and coordination issues prior to bid submission.
• Participating in internal estimate review meetings and incorporating feedback before final submission.
• Maintaining and improving estimating tools, templates, and cost databases.
• Supporting Business Development with budgetary pricing, conceptual estimates, and project turnover documentation for project management.

Primary Qualifications for eagle Control’s Estimator

• 7+ years of experience estimating Building Automation / Controls projects.
• Experience with at least one major controls platform, such as Distech Controls, Tridium/Niagara, or Delta Controls.
• Strong understanding of BACnet systems architecture, network topology, panel design, sequence of operations, and HVAC equipment control strategies.
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical and electrical construction drawings.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and estimating software.
• Strong written communication skills with the ability to develop clear, detailed proposals.
• Employee Stock Ownership Program
• Discretionary Annual Bonus'
• Health Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• 401k with Discretionary Company Contributions
• Paid Time Off (Vacation; Sick Time)
• Paid Company Holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Employee Assistance Program

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