Job Title – Data Center BAS Estimator

Client Location – Texas, USA

Remote Work Offering – 100% Remote / Home Office, open to candidates across the Central and Eastern USA

Client Industry – Data Centers / Mission-Critical Building Automation Systems

Job Description

We are currently looking for a Data Center BAS Estimator to support Building Automation Systems projects across the data center and mission-critical sector.

The successful candidate will be responsible for preparing accurate cost estimates, reviewing technical drawings and specifications, and developing competitive bids for BAS, HVAC controls, and associated building automation systems.

This is a 100% remote position, offering the opportunity to work from a home office while supporting data center projects through detailed estimating, material takeoffs, scope development, and coordination with internal teams and external suppliers.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed cost estimates for BAS, HVAC controls, and building automation projects within the data center sector.
• Review drawings, specifications, control schematics, points lists, and project documentation to establish project requirements.
• Carry out material and equipment takeoffs, identifying appropriate controls equipment, components, and associated materials.
• Develop bid scopes covering materials, equipment, labour, engineering hours, and field installation requirements.
• Review project specifications and identify discrepancies, exclusions, and potential cost implications.
• Obtain and evaluate vendor and subcontractor quotations to ensure accurate and competitive pricing.
• Prepare cost breakdowns, bid proposals, clarifications, and supporting documentation.
• Work closely with sales, engineering, project management, procurement, and field teams to ensure estimates align with project requirements.
• Maintain and update estimating databases, unit costs, labour rates, and vendor pricing information.
• Support pre-bid activities and coordinate with project stakeholders to clarify technical and commercial requirements.

Required Skills & Experience

• Experience in BAS, BMS, HVAC controls, or building automation estimating.
• Knowledge of building automation systems used within data centers or other mission-critical environments.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, control schematics, specifications, and points lists.
• Understanding of HVAC systems, controls equipment, electrical systems, and associated building services.
• Experience preparing material takeoffs, labour estimates, scopes of work, and competitive bids.
• Familiarity with estimating software and Microsoft Office.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple estimates, work independently, and meet project deadlines.

Education & Qualifications

• An Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Business, or a related discipline is preferred.
• Relevant experience in BAS/BMS estimating, HVAC controls, or building automation may be considered in place of formal qualifications.

Working Arrangement

This is a 100% remote, home-office position, open to candidates based across the Central and Eastern regions of the United States. There is no requirement to work from a company office on a regular basis. The successful candidate must be comfortable managing their workload independently and collaborating remotely with project, engineering, and commercial teams.

Experience supporting data center, hyperscale, or other mission-critical projects is highly relevant to this position.

Darwin Recruitment is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

Marvin Mills