Controls Estimator- Commercial HVAC
AIR Control Concepts
- Location
- Onsite (Nashville, TN)
- Compensation
- $70k - $120k/yr
- Employment
- Full-time
- Level
- Mid Level
Posted 1 week ago
About the Role
REA Controls, a member of the AIR Control Concepts family, is seeking a Controls Estimator to develop accurate cost estimates for building automation projects. The role supports sales and project management teams in preparing competitive bid packages and maintaining project budgets.
Skills
Cost estimation
Building automation
HVAC systems
Takeoffs
Bid preparation
Vendor management
Project management
Technical documentation
Labor rate analysis
Productivity benchmarking
Proposal writing
Scope clarification
Budgeting
Data analysis
Benefits
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Life insurance
- 401(k)
- Short-term disability
- Long-term disability
- Paid time off
- Paid holidays
- Employee assistance program
Perks
- Training opportunities
- Continuing education support
Full job details
Job Title: Controls Estimator
Job Location: Nashville, TN
Operating Company: REA Controls, LLC
FLSA Status: Exempt
Salary: $70,000 - $120,000
About:
To analyze project requirements, develop accurate cost estimates for building automation projects, and support the sales and project management teams in bidding work competitively and profitably.
REA HVAC - A member of the AIR Control Concepts family.
With over five decades of service to the HVAC community. REA is built on a foundation of strong relationships, integrity, and service to the customer, service to the community, and partnerships with quality manufacturers that are the leaders in the industry.
Check out our website: www.reacontrols.com
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Benefits:
We offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package, including:
Air Control Concepts & REA HVAC are Equal Opportunity Employers.
Job Location: Nashville, TN
Operating Company: REA Controls, LLC
FLSA Status: Exempt
Salary: $70,000 - $120,000
About:
To analyze project requirements, develop accurate cost estimates for building automation projects, and support the sales and project management teams in bidding work competitively and profitably.
REA HVAC - A member of the AIR Control Concepts family.
With over five decades of service to the HVAC community. REA is built on a foundation of strong relationships, integrity, and service to the customer, service to the community, and partnerships with quality manufacturers that are the leaders in the industry.
Check out our website: www.reacontrols.com
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Review plans, specifications, and addenda for control system scope
- Develop detailed takeoffs of controllers, devices, panels, and wiring
- Prepare accurate labor and material estimates for installation
- Coordinate with engineers to clarify scope and sequences of operation
- Request and analyze vendor/supplier pricing
- Build and maintain estimating templates and cost databases
- Prepare bid packages and proposals in coordination with sales
- Attend pre-bid meetings and walk-throughs
- Track and document assumptions, clarifications, and exclusions
- Support project managers during project handoff to ensure budgets align
- Monitor actual project costs vs. estimates for future accuracy improvements
- Maintain awareness of labor rates, productivity benchmarks, and industry trends
- Anything required to meet the needs of the customer
Benefits:
We offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package, including:
- Health & Wellness – Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance coverage to support your well-being.
- Financial Security – 401(k) retirement plan with company match and short/long-term disability coverage.
- Work-Life Balance – Paid time off (PTO), paid holidays, and an employee assistance program (EAP).
- Professional Development – Ongoing training opportunities and support for continuing education.
Air Control Concepts & REA HVAC are Equal Opportunity Employers.