Controls Estimator- Commercial HVAC

AIR Control Concepts • Full-time • Nashville, TN, US • 1m ago

Controls Estimator
Job Title: Controls Estimator
Job Location: Nashville, TN
Operating Company: REA HVAC
Reports To: COO/Senior Vice President
FLSA Status: Exempt
This is a FULL-TIME position

Overview:
Air Control Concepts is more than just a collection of firms, we are a community of forward-thinking experts committed to excellence, innovation, and collaboration. With a focus on commercial HVAC representation, we bring together esteemed entities from diverse regions, each boasting decades of invaluable experience.

We understand that success in the HVAC industry goes beyond individual accomplishments. That's why we believe in the power of unity and collaboration. By leveraging our collective assets, knowledge, and resources, we empower our member firms to deliver unparalleled service, safety, and efficiency to clients across healthcare, commercial, and residential sectors. This position is with one of our operating companies’ REA HVAC.

Company Description:
Check out their website here: https://www.reahvac.com/

Purpose: 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.

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 is an equal employment opportunity Employer.
Company Description
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.