Lead Controls Estimator
Seattle, WA US
Job Description
We are partnered with a leading mechanical contractor specializing in HVAC, plumbing, and building automation solutions for commercial buildings. They are seeking a Lead Controls Estimator to develop accurate project estimates, collaborate with internal teams and clients, and drive strategic pricing for building automation and control system projects.
Three Awesome Reasons to Work Here:
- High-Impact Role Take ownership of estimating major commercial projects, working directly with sales, engineering, and project teams.
- Diverse & Challenging Projects Work on new construction, retrofits, and large-scale control system implementations across industries.
- Strong Growth & Stability Join a well-established company with competitive compensation, career advancement opportunities, and industry-leading benefits.
- Develop and deliver accurate and comprehensive cost estimates for building automation and control system projects.
- Serve as Bid Captain, driving estimate development and aligning bid strategy with project objectives and client priorities.
- Collaborate with sales, engineering, and operations teams to align estimates with client needs and project feasibility.
- Conduct thorough cost analysis, risk assessments, and value engineering to optimize project pricing.
- Prepare detailed project proposals, ensuring estimates are clear, competitive, and aligned with company objectives.
- Stay up to date with market pricing trends, labor rates, and industry standards to ensure competitive estimates.
- Build strong client and vendor relationships to enhance bid competitiveness and project execution.
- 10+ years of commercial estimating or preconstruction experience in the construction industry.
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Construction Management, Business, or a related field (preferred).
- Strong background in design/build and plan/spec estimating for commercial HVAC and control systems.
- Experience in estimating across multiple market sectors, including commercial office, healthcare, hospitality, education, high-rise residential, biotech, and government.
- Advanced knowledge of estimating strategies, techniques, and cost modeling.
- Ability to work independently, manage multiple bids simultaneously, and drive results in a fast-paced environment.
- Competitive Salary $120, 000 to $170, 000 annually.
- Comprehensive Benefits Medical, dental, vision, 401k matching, disability, and life insurance.
- Work-Life Balance PTO, sick leave, and paid holidays.
Meet Your Recruiter
Roy Evans
Managing Director
Roy Evans is a record setting recruiter noted for consistently excelling and for the innovative systems he has developed. A well know industry trainer has anointed Roy as being in the top 5% of all recruiters worldwide both in terms of production and skill level.
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In his spare time, Roy is a college football fan who enjoys fishing, fitness and spending time with his wife and two children.