FTI · 2 hours ago
Bid Estimator – Building Management Systems (BMS) and Mission Controls Data Centers
United States
Full-time
Remote
Senior Level
5+ years expFTI is a company that cares about leading the way in construction, engineering, manufacturing, and renewable energy. The Bid Estimator plays a critical role in preconstruction planning and coordination for Electrical Power Monitoring System and Building Management Systems projects, ensuring alignment across various teams and clients.
Construction
Hiring Manager
Andrea Mirabelli, PHR, CIR
Responsibilities
Review tender documents, specifications, drawings, and scope of work to prepare detailed BMS cost estimates
Produce accurate labor, material, equipment, and subcontractor cost breakdowns
Generate bills of quantities, take-offs, and pricing schedules
Assess project risks, value engineering opportunities, and alternative design solutions to optimize costs
Prepare technical and commercial proposals, ensuring compliance with client requirements and industry standards
Coordinate with engineering teams to clarify system architecture, control strategies, and equipment selections
Present bid summaries and recommendations to management
Support the sales team with pricing strategies and tender clarifications
Obtain competitive quotations from suppliers and subcontractors
Verify vendor technical compliance and pricing accuracy
Build and maintain strong relationships with manufacturers and external partners
Ensure clean project handoff by documenting all scope assumptions, design strategies, and client expectations
Participate in pre-bid meetings, design workshops, and customer engagement sessions as the technical representative
Provide cost-to-budget handover documents to project delivery teams after award
Assist with variations, re-costing, and pricing updates during the project lifecycle as needed
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, Controls Engineering, or related technical field (or equivalent experience)
Minimum 5 years of experience in BMS, or control systems—preferably within data center or mission-critical environments
Strong knowledge of Building Management Systems (HVAC controls, PLC/DDC controllers, sensors, networking, IoT integration). EPMS knowledge and experience is a plus
Ability to read and interpret mechanical, electrical, and control system drawings
Proficiency with estimation tools, Excel, and BMS design/engineering software (e.g., Niagara, BACnet tools, AutoCAD reading)
Excellent analytical, mathematical, and problem-solving skills
Strong communication and documentation skills
Ability to manage multiple bids with tight deadlines
Preferred
Experience with CSI Division 25/26/27 scope
Familiarity with Schneider Electric, Siemens, ABB, or similar controls/EPMS platforms in addition to BMS experience
Experience working with OEMs, integrators, or electrical contractors in mission-critical verticals
Familiarity with construction delivery models including design-build, design-assist, and integrated project delivery
Benefits
Competitive, merit-based compensation
Career path development
Flexible and robust benefits package
Industry-leading benefits
Company
FTI
Faith Technologies Incorporated (FTI) is a dynamic organization comprised of construction, engineering, manufacturing and renewable energy experts.
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Michael Jansen
CEO & Chairman of the Board
Michael Richart
Chief Business Officer, Executive Vice President
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