Controls Estimator

Trane Italia•Atlanta, GA

30d•Onsite

About The Position

The Controls Estimator position at Trane Technologies is responsible for preparing detailed cost estimates for materials, sub-contractors, purchased equipment, and labor related to construction activities. This role supports Account Managers in project bidding and pricing by developing comprehensive scopes based on project plans or design-build specifications. Key responsibilities include creating detailed cost estimates with system sketches, scope definitions, preliminary proposals, and vendor/sub-contractor quotes, as well as ensuring the accurate take-off and pricing of purchased equipment. The estimator is also tasked with identifying potential cost-saving opportunities and project risks, staying current with industry standards, and developing scopes of work for sub-contractors. The role involves optimizing job costs through negotiations with vendors and sub-contractors, participating in pre-bid meetings to review project strategy, and assisting Account Managers in determining the need for outsourced engineering. Collaboration with the Operations/Fulfillment group is essential to improve and control cost variations in labor, material, and electrical subcontract through pre-bid validation and post-mortems. Trane Technologies is a world leader in sustainable climate solutions, committed to putting the planet first and challenging what's possible for a sustainable world.

Requirements

Associates or Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field with minimum of one (1) to three (3) years’ experience in estimating, engineering, construction management, or control systems; or three (3) to five (5) years of field experience in controls; or equivalent combination of education and experience in estimating, engineering, control systems, or construction management.
Proven experience prioritizing tasks in order to meet tight deadlines within a fast-paced environment with attention to detail.
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office programs.
Flexibility to work overtime/weekends, as required.
Must be able to travel locally and possess a valid driver’s license for a minimum of 12 months, with no major or frequent traffic violations including, but not limited to: DUI in the previous 3 years; Hit & Run, License Suspension, Reckless / Careless Driving or multiple smaller infractions or preventable collisions in the previous 3 years.

Nice To Haves

Experience working directly with building owners or contractors is a plus.
Familiarity with the operation of HVAC Systems and/or Temperature Controls preferred.

Responsibilities

Responsible for the cost estimates consisting of materials, sub-contractors, purchased equipment, labor (start-up, service work, etc.), and other construction-related activities to assist Account Managers in bidding on or determining price of project.
Develops detailed scope based on project plans and specifications or Account Managers design-build scope.
Creates detailed cost estimates including system sketches, scope definition, exceptions/exclusions, preliminary proposal, vendor/sub-contractor quotes, and points list.
Responsible for the take-off and pricing of purchased equipment to ensure accuracy of quantity, size, configuration, voltage, options, etc.
Responsible for identifying possible cost saving opportunities and/or risk items that will occur on various projects.
Maintains competitive advantage by staying current with industry standards.
Develops the scope of work for sub-contractors.
Optimizes job costs by negotiating prices with vendors/sub-contractors through quotations for materials and services.
Participate in job pre-bid meeting with Account Managers to review scope, strategy, etc.
Assist Account Manager with determining the need for out-sourced engineering involvement and work with Operations / Fulfillment group to improve and control cost variations in labor, material and electrical subcontract through pre-bid validation and post mortems.