Building Automation Systems Estimator

The BAS industry is growing at an annual rate of 12%, and is the single most indispensable tool for managing facility comfort and lowering energy costs. We are seeking ambitious, driven individuals who want the opportunity to grow and help us build our organization from within.

We offer excellent pay and benefits and the chance to become part of one of the fastest growing companies in the mid-Atlantic Region, and one of the fastest growing industries in the world.

The duties of this position inclu de Performing all tasks related to estimating and proposal development for new and existing customer sales for all business lines.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assures adherence to company and customer safety policies and procedures, supports company vision, mission, and goals, and complies with standards of conduct and appearance.
• Perform and support all estimating functions – Development of project point and material lists, obtain subcontractor prices, estimate all engineering, and field hours, develop project scope documents.
• Responsible for managing and maintaining all estimating spreadsheets, including quarterly updating material and labor costs, adjusting labor factors based on project performance, adding new/deleting old products, adding new features, supporting Admin/ERP needs, etc.
• Continue to innovate and create improved methods of estimating to enhance speed and accuracy.
• Research new products specific to projects, or to improve current offerings.
• Maintain as needed sales tracking information related to projects in development in the company CRM – project names, contacts, estimated cost and sell, etc.
• Communicate with vendors and subcontractors to obtain price quotes.
• Read and interpret project plans and specifications in order to perform complete and accurate take-offs.
• Manage RFI process during pre-bid cycle.
• Attend pre-bid meetings, perform site surveys to develop project point list and scope.
• Provide assistance/support on bid day, including bid delivery, and supporting the communication process with contractors we are bidding to.
• Estimate new and existing customer projects and change orders, including material take-offs, subcontractor pricing, all engineering and labor estimates, and work with management to determine margin and final pricing.
• Meet with sales engineer, project manager and applications engineer to kick off jobs, including review project scope, plans and specifications, design/build documents, field notes, or other materials pertinent to system design and construction.
• Develop or assist in developing engineering documents as required to sell projects or develop technical proposals.
• Have technical proficiency with all hardware and software products utilized for Building Automation Systems projects.

SKILLS/EDUCATION:

• High school diploma plus A.S. in Mechanical, Electrical, Building Automation Technology Engineering or related field; or 4-year apprenticeship program
• Minimum 6 years' experience in a project management, technician, electrician, BAS estimating, or engineering role in Building Automation or related field.
• Fluent in the use of Word, Outlook, Gmail, Power Point, CRM software, Bluebeam.
• Advanced knowledge of Excel, including higher level data management functions.
• Working knowledge of Visio, AutoCAD, or other CAD software.
• Ability to learn quickly and retain information.
• Excellent problem solving, math, and communication skills
• Ability to effectively multi-task, juggle multiple priorities simultaneously, adapt to rapidly changing schedules, and work under pressure.
• Ability to deliver accurate estimates under short time frames.
• Excellent organizational skills with good attention to detail and the ability to prioritize tasks to meet deadlines.
• Outstanding customer interface and human relations skills.
• Fluent ability to work with laptops, tablets, smartphones.
• Ability to work in a team environment.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Working 40 hours/week, scheduled in 8-to-10-hour shifts
• Standing, walking, squatting, and sitting 6 to 8 hours/day.
• Twisting (180°) and walking 2 to 3 hours/day
• Vision adequate for reading manuals, packing lists, requisitions, and other material related documents, drawings, specifications, laptop computer screen, phone screen, tablet screen, or PC screen.
• Hearing for general communication, signals, and machine sounds.
• Balance adequate for climbing of ladders.
• Ability to constantly use hands/fingers to operate a computer, tablet, or smart phone and other office productivity machinery, such as calculator, copy machine, and computer printer.
• Occasional lifting of 0 to 50 lbs.
• Kneeling, lifting, reaching above shoulders, and bending 1 to 3 hours/day.
• Special hazards include exposure to mechanical, electrical, chemical, and potentially explosive hazards.
• Personal protective equipment includes the use of a hard hat, safety glasses, protected-toe boots, and appropriate gloves for the task. Equipment on an "as needed" basis may include fall protection, dust mask, respirator, hearing protection, arc flash protective gear, and dielectrically insulated gloves and/or sleeves.