Estimator (BAS Controls) – $90K to $145K+ – Santa Barbara or Pismo Beach, CA

About the Opportunity:

A nationally recognized, Tier-1 HVAC and Building Automation contractor is seeking a skilled BAS Controls Estimator to support operations out of either Santa Barbara or Pismo Beach, CA. This role is ideal for a mid- or senior-level professional experienced in estimating building automation, DDC, and controls integration projects for commercial and institutional facilities.

You’ll join a collaborative team with strong benefits, robust resources, and excellent long-term career pathways.

Location:

• Santa Barbara, CA (Office-Based)
• Pismo Beach, CA (Office-Based)

Position:

• Title: Estimator – Building Automation / HVAC Controls
• Level: Mid or Senior, depending on experience

Compensation & Benefits:

• Salary: $90,000 – $145,000+ DOE
• Retirement: 401(k) with Company Match
• Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision Coverage
• Technology: Company Laptop, Phone, and Design Tools
• Time Off: Paid Vacation & Holidays

Responsibilities:

• Develop detailed cost estimates for DDC control systems, retrofits, and integration-focused work
• Create network architecture layouts, control drawings, and panel schematics using AutoCAD or MS Visio
• Draft, update, and refine HVAC Sequences of Operation (SOOs)
• Design distributed control layouts and system graphics for floor plans
• Review and redline submittals, documentation, and track RFIs throughout the estimating phase
• Collaborate closely with project managers, subcontractors, engineers, and vendors
• Interpret project specifications and ensure compliance with organizational and industry controls standards
• Support system integration using BACnet, Modbus, and other communication protocols

Ideal Candidate Profile:

• Experience estimating, engineering, or designing building automation (BAS/DDC) systems
• Proficient with AutoCAD or Microsoft Visio for controls documentation
• Strong understanding of controls protocols such as BACnet and Modbus
• Experience with commercial, institutional, or large campus environments preferred
• Excellent technical writing, organizational, and documentation skills

Company Overview:

• Industry-leading firm with more than 1,000 employees and 16+ branch locations
• Operations throughout CA, AZ, NV, and WA
• Full-service mechanical contractor offering retrofit, design-build, engineering, and service solutions
• Deep BAS expertise with platforms like Distech (Tridium), Schneider Electric, and Delta Controls
• Clients include hospitals, universities, K–12 districts, airports, stadiums, commercial campuses, and government facilities

This opportunity is perfect for a BAS professional looking to take on impactful estimating work while advancing within a stable, well-established, and technology-forward organization.