BUILDING AUTOMATION CONTROLS ESTIMATOR JOB IN RIVERSIDE, CA
TITLES: Estimator, Senior Estimator, Lead Estimator
TRADES: Building Automation, BAS, BAC, Controls
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Prepare timely cost analysis using on-screen computer estimating software; calculate labor, equipment, subcontractors, materials, and other costs.
- Review bid documents for upcoming projects as well as large change-order requests.
- Develop value engineering strategies.
- Build and maintain pricing information.
- Maintain productivity rate and material pricing.
- Review and understand all project bid requirements and send bid information to subcontractors and vendors.
- Assist in vendor quotes for new projects.
- Prepare financial analyses of upcoming projects using value engineering to ensure customer satisfaction, including compliance with state and federal standards.
- Generate and review concise and informative SOW statements.
- Attend pre-bid meetings and understand SOW with limited information.
- Create compelling and efficient bids.
REQUIREMENTS:
- 3 to 15+ years of Controls Estimating experience
- Must have a thorough knowledge of estimating controls systems for Design-Build, Design-Bid-Build, Negotiated, and Plan-Spec projects, and ability to read and interpret blueprints, CAD files, and construction documents.
- Produce accurate, timely, and competitive estimates that can provide a reasonable profit
- Local stable work history and solid recommendations/ referrals from former colleagues
PREFERRED:
- Bachelor's in mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, or construction management
- Prior BAS Controls Installation, Service, or Programming experience.