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What is it like to work at Emcor?

Emcor is a company that values a collaborative and customer-focused work environment, prioritizing teamwork and open communication among its employees. Emcor's structure is comprised of various business units and service lines, offering a range of career opportunities and allowing employees to work on diverse projects and develop their skills. Working at Emcor may appeal to candidates who are interested in a dynamic and challenging work environment, with opportunities to contribute to the company's mission of delivering comprehensive and innovative solutions in the building services industry.

Do workers at EMCOR get paid breaks?

Yes. Most people get paid breaks.
67% of people say they get paid breaks.
Based on data from 36 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and June 2026.

Does EMCOR pay people when they’re sick?

Sometimes. Only some people get paid when they’re sick.
59% of people say they wouldn’t get paid if they were sick but scheduled to work.
Based on data from 39 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and June 2026.

At EMCOR, are sick days and vacation days separate paid time off?

Sick days and vacation days are used from the same paid time off.
70% of people say they have to use vacation days when they’re out sick.
Based on data from 20 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between July 2025 and June 2026.

Is the health insurance from EMCOR affordable enough for their workers?

Most people say the health insurance costs are okay.
96% of people say the health insurance costs are okay
Based on data from 27 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between March 2025 and June 2026.

Do people get paid time off at EMCOR?

Most people get paid time off work.
71% of people say they get paid time off.
Based on data from 28 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2025 and June 2026.

How far ahead of time do people find out their work schedule?

Most people find out their schedule less than four weeks ahead of time.
  • 85% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts one week or less ahead of time.
  • 8% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts two weeks ahead of time.
  • 0% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts three weeks ahead of time.
  • 8% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts four weeks or more ahead of time.

Based on data from 13 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and March 2026.

Do workers at EMCOR worry about hours?

Most people don’t worry about getting enough hours.
92% of people report they don’t worry about getting enough hours.
Based on data from 25 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and March 2026.

Do EMCOR workers get to choose the shifts they work?

Most people get to choose which shifts they work.
67% report that they have enough control over which shifts they work.
Based on data from 18 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and March 2026.

How easy is it for EMCOR workers to change shifts?

Most people find it easy to change shifts.
79% of people report that it’s easy to change shifts if they need to.
Based on data from 14 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and March 2026.

How easy is it to get time off at EMCOR?

Most people find it easy to get time off.
75% of people report it’s easy to get time off.
Based on data from 40 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and June 2026.

Do EMCOR managers change schedules at the last minute?

Most managers don’t change people’s schedules at the last minute.
71% of people say their manager doesn’t change their shift schedule at the last minute.
Based on data from 28 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and March 2026.

Do jobs at EMCOR spill into time workers aren’t paid for?

Rarely. The job doesn't usually spill into unpaid time.
23% of people report that their job takes up time that they don’t get paid for.
Based on data from 26 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and March 2026.

How easy is it to take sick days at EMCOR?

Most people find it easy to take sick days.
80% of people report that it’s easy to take time off if they are sick.
Based on data from 41 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and June 2026.

Is working at EMCOR good if you’re a parent or caregiver?

Most parents and caregivers say this is a good place to work.
67% of people who care for a child or other relative report this is a good place to work.
Based on data from 21 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and June 2026.

Do people at EMCOR feel treated with respect by their managers?

Most people feel treated with respect by their managers.
82% of people say they’re treated with respect by their managers.
Based on data from 38 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and June 2026.

Do people at EMCOR get to take their breaks without interruption?

Most people get breaks without interruption.
67% of people report that they get to take their breaks without interruption.
Based on data from 36 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and June 2026.

Is it stressful to work at EMCOR?

Most people feel stressed out here.
78% of people say they often feel stressed out at work.
Based on data from 41 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and June 2026.

Do people at EMCOR enjoy their jobs?

Most people enjoy their job.
85% of people report they enjoy their job.
Based on data from 34 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and June 2026.

Do people at EMCOR recommend working with their team?

Only some people recommend working with their team.
45% of people report that they wouldn’t recommend working with their immediate team to a friend.
Based on data from 42 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and June 2026.

Do people get enough training when they start at EMCOR?

Most people got enough training when they started.
73% of people report they got enough training when they started working here.
Based on data from 37 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and June 2026.

Do people get support to advance at EMCOR?

Only some people are given support to advance their career here.
In the last year, 41% of people report not being given support to advance their career here.
Based on data from 37 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and June 2026.

Do people think EMCOR’s headquarters understands what’s happening where they work?

Most people think headquarters doesn’t understand what’s happening where they work.
71% of people think that this employer’s headquarters or owners don’t have a good understanding of what’s really happening where they work.
Based on data from 35 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and June 2026.

Do workers feel well informed about how EMCOR is doing?

Only some people feel well informed about how the company is doing.
41% of people feel that they aren’t kept well informed about how the company is doing as a whole.
Based on data from 41 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and June 2026.
Infographic showing various Automation Controls Engineer job openings at Emcor in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 100% Full Time. Highlights an 53% Physical, and 47% Remote job distribution.
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Full-time

Posted 17 days ago


EMCOR rating

8.0

Company rating: 8.0 out of 10

Based on 42 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

20th of 78 rated construction


Job description

About Us
EMCOR Construction Services (ECS) is part of EMCOR Group, Inc. (NYSE: EME), a Fortune 500® leader in mechanical and electrical construction, industrial and energy infrastructure, and building services for a diverse range of businesses. ECS is a nationwide group of 50+ operating companies with over 30,000 employees and annual revenues of $10.7 billion. Our operating companies are mechanical and commercial electrical contractors with expertise that includes virtually all U.S. commercial, healthcare, institutional, education, hospitality, manufacturing, transportation, and water and wastewater markets. We also have several operating companies that focus on commercial fire protection. They provide integrated life safety solutions, including fire detection and suppression systems, and the most advanced security technology available today. The ECS headquarters team provides key support for its electrical and mechanical companies, including finance and accounting, human resources, legal, national purchasing and information technology.
Job Summary
COMPANY OVERVIEW
Bagby Electric of Virginia, LLC an EMCOR Company., is a Class A electrical contractor in the State of Virginia specializing in commercial, industrial, controls, computer, voice/data and fire alarm systems and controls. We base our reputation on cost-effective and timely installations.
SUMMARY
The Estimator is responsible for estimating and providing management with detailed pricing for development of bid quotations and bid packages. He or she should have relevant experience in preparing cost estimates for product manufacturing, construction projects, or services to aid management in bidding on or determining price of product or service. He or she may specialize according to particular service performed or type of product manufactured.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Include the following. Other duties will likely be assigned.
  • Collect historical cost data to estimate costs for current or future products.
  • Consult with clients, vendors, personnel in other departments, or construction foremen to discuss and formulate estimates and resolve issues.
  • Prepare estimates used by management for purposes such as planning, organizing, and scheduling work.
  • Analyze blueprints and other documentation to prepare time, cost, materials, and labor estimates.
  • Confer with engineers, architects, owners, contractors, and subcontractors on changes and adjustments to cost estimates.
  • Review contract and bid documents; review and understand scope for project turnover
  • Attend walk-throughs, pre-bid and scope clarification meetings
  • Quantitative take-off and computer entry
  • Prepare scope letters and proposals
  • Maintain relationships with customers, General Contractors, vendors and subcontractors
  • Ability to perform design/build, conceptual and budget estimates
  • Coordinate the efforts of junior and staff-level resources in performing take-offs, issuing bills of material to vendors and obtaining subcontractor quotes
  • Ensure documents are centrally saved in the company's drive within the confidential estimating folder(s)
  • Assist project managers with takeoffs and pricing changes in work
  • Escalate critical and/or sensitive issues to the Chief Executive Officer with recommendation for resolution.
  • Comply with all Company operating policies, procedures, and safety programs as established.
  • Perform additional assignments as required by the needs of the company or as directed by executives.

QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, the individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
PREFERRED EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
  • 5+ years related experience in the construction industry. Data center experience desirable.
  • High School diploma or GED required.
  • Bachelor of Science in and Master of Science in engineering or construction related field desirable.
  • Knowledge of the construction industry and contract documentation.
  • Working knowledge of federal, state, and city regulations and guidelines.

COMPUTER SKILLS
  • Must demonstrate proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, (i.e. Outlook, Word and Excel)
  • Familiarity with Accubid, and other electrical, technical, or construction programs.
  • Familiarity with project management/document control software.
  • Familiarity with construction/financial software packages.

REQUIRED ATTRIBUTES
The requirements listed below are representative of characteristics and demonstrated capabilities sought to perform this job successfully.
  • Must demonstrate integrity, honesty, professionalism and commitment to company values.
  • Must be self-motivated and able to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
  • Must have excellent organizational, communication, strategic, technical, analytical, problem solving, and multi-tasking skills.
  • Must have high standards of quality with attention to detail.
  • Must possess ability to manage and supervise personnel.
  • Must build positive working relationships with multiple levels of employees, management, suppliers, and customers.

LANGUAGE SKILLS
Must have the demonstrated ability to effectively communicate in English, cooperate, and collaborate with multiple levels of customer, employees, unions, government agencies, vendors and suppliers, and other contractor organizations.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, see, talk, and hear. The employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls. The employee is regularly required to walk, reach with hands and arms, climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee may occasionally lift and/or move up to twenty-five (25) pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be required to commute to field locations to accurately perform takeoffs. The employee must have the ability to navigate around job site locations.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The employee should expect to sit for long periods in front of a computer and also travel to field locations as needed.
While visiting field locations, the employee may be required to work outdoors, be exposed to wet and/or humid conditions; moving mechanical and electrical parts; high, precarious places; dust, fumes or airborne particles; toxic or caustic chemicals; outside weather conditions, extended exposure to sunlight; cold and heat; risk of electrical shock and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud.
As a leading provider of mechanical and electrical construction, facilities services, and energy infrastructure, we offer employees a competitive salary and benefits package and we are always looking for individuals with the talent and skills required to contribute to our continued growth and success. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
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As a leading provider of mechanical and electrical construction, facilities services, and energy infrastructure, we offer employees a competitive salary and benefits package and we are always looking for individuals with the talent and skills required to contribute to our continued growth and success. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
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Notice to Prospective Employees
Notice to prospective employees: There have been fraudulent postings and emails regarding job openings. EMCOR Group and its companies list open positions here. Please check our available positions to confirm that a post or email is genuine.
EMCOR Group and its companies do not reach out to individuals to help with marketing or other similar services. If an individual is contacted for services outside of EMCOR's normal application process - it is probably fraudulent.

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