BMS Quotation Engineer, Trane UK Limited, Basingstoke
At Trane TechnologiesTM and through our businesses including Trane® and Thermo King®, we create innovative climate solutions for buildings, homes, and transportation that challenge what’s possible for a sustainable world. We're a team that dares to look at the world's challenges and see impactful possibilities. We believe in a better future when we uplift others and enable our people to thrive at work and at home. We boldly go.
Job Summary:
The BMS Quotation Engineer is responsible for preparing accurate, competitive, and timely quotations for Building Management System (BMS) projects. This role requires strong technical knowledge of BMS/HVAC controls, the ability to interpret project documentation, and close coordination with sales, engineering, and operations teams.
Key Responsibilities
Job Summary:
The BMS Quotation Engineer is responsible for preparing accurate, competitive, and timely quotations for Building Management System (BMS) projects. This role requires strong technical knowledge of BMS/HVAC controls, the ability to interpret project documentation, and close coordination with sales, engineering, and operations teams.
Key Responsibilities
- Review project specifications, drawings, and tender documents to determine scope and system requirements
- Prepare detailed BMS quotations, including material lists, labour estimates, control system architecture, and value‑added options
- Analyze project requirements and propose appropriate control solutions, field devices, and integration strategies
- Coordinate with sales teams to clarify customer needs and deliver optimized proposals
- Collaborate with engineering and project teams to ensure technical accuracy and feasibility of proposed solutions
- Develop cost estimates using standard pricing, vendor quotations, and internal labour/productivity data
- Prepare technical submittals, compliance statements, and supporting documentation as required
- Update and maintain pricing tools, templates, and databases
- Ensure all quotations meet company standards for quality, accuracy, and competitiveness
- Provide technical support during customer meetings, presentations, and bid clarifications
- Track quotation progress and support post‑bid reviews and handover documentation
- Strong understanding of BMS/HVAC control systems, sequences of operation, and field devices
- Ability to interpret mechanical and electrical drawings, control layouts, I/O summaries, and project specifications
- Experience with BMS platforms such as BACnet, Modbus, or Tridium/Niagara
- Strong analytical and estimation skills
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and estimating/quotation software
- Effective communication and coordination skills
- High attention to detail and the ability to work under tight deadlines
- Experience working with contractors, consultants, or system integrators
- Knowledge of integration with HVAC equipment, lighting systems, energy meters, and third‑party platforms
- Familiarity with sustainability practices, energy efficiency strategies, and smart building technologies
- Experience preparing tender proposals for medium‑ to large‑scale commercial or industrial projects
- Accurate and competitive BMS quotations
- Optimized solutions aligned with client requirements and organizational profitability goals
- Reduced project risk through clear scope definition and technical alignment
- Efficient handover to project and engineering teams upon award