The Building Automation Estimator is expected to operate independently, set priorities, and resolve competing needs to provide timely information and solve problems. This position will focus on generating detailed cost estimates and creating bid scopes of work. Estimating tasks include material takeoff, equipment selection, development of cost estimate, development of engineering and field hours, and scope of work.
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Review and evaluate invitations to bid, plans and specifications to analyze project needs and understand scope of work, contract drawings, and specifications
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Attend pre-bid meetings and conduct site visits
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Provide clear and detailed cost estimates and quantity take offs from controls drawings
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Create cost estimates consisting of materials, purchased equipment, and labor to assist in bidding or determining the project price for renovations, retrofits, new installations, upgrades and change orders
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Stay up to date on product, supply, and subcontractor prices to ensure accurate estimates
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Formulate cost break downs to include costs associated with material and all labor categories from estimates
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Organize/interact with vendor and subcontractor quotations and negotiate pricing
