Building Management Systems (BMS) Controls Sales Estimator

Control Solutions Group•New York, NY

11d•Onsite

About The Position

Control Solutions Group, Inc., an EMCOR Group company, seeks an experienced Building Management Systems (BMS) Controls Sales Estimator to join their New York City team. This role involves collaborating with engineering and sales teams to review MEP drawings, determine the scope of building automation projects, and develop comprehensive cost estimates. The estimator will analyze pricing from vendors and subcontractors for labor, materials, electrical installation, and panel fabrication. Responsibilities also include managing subcontractor bid coverage, ensuring accurate pricing, and creating technical proposals under strict deadlines. Experience with controls, BMS, BAS, DDC, Building Automation, Building Management, EPMS, and Energy Management Systems is preferred.

Requirements

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.

Nice To Haves

Experience with controls, BMS, BAS, DDC, Building Automation, Building Management, EPMS and Energy Management Systems is preferred.
Knowledge of Visio and/or AutoCAD a plus.
Knowledge of CRM and Bid Tracer a plus.

Responsibilities

Work with the 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 cost estimates utilizing CSG Estimating tools, including costs for equipment counts, electrical installation, wiring, equipment, and itemized breakdowns of labor, materials, and panel fabrication.
Gather and analyze pricing information from vendors, sub-contractors, and internal resources to develop comprehensive cost estimates.
Work with Sales Executives to solicit and maintain communication with mechanical and electrical subcontractors and vendors.
Ensure proper coverage from subcontractors on bid day.
Follow up with contractors to ensure that bids are received.
Ensure all bids are priced correctly by subcontractors and vendors (e.g., Tax Exempt).
Confirm pricing received reflects the correct scope of work.
Submit 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.