Controls Estimator
About The Position
Trane Technologies is hiring a Controls Estimator in Florida to provide estimates and quotes for HVAC Controls projects for building owners. The role supports Account Managers in bidding on projects and determining project prices, while helping deliver energy-efficient building solutions. The estimator develops project scopes and detailed cost estimates covering materials, subcontractors, purchased equipment, labor, and other construction-related activities. Work includes preparing system sketches, defining scope and exclusions, obtaining vendor and subcontractor quotes, creating points lists, and accurately pricing equipment. The role also reviews project strategy and scope with Account Managers before bids, identifies cost-saving opportunities and risks, negotiates vendor and subcontractor pricing, and works with engineering and operations teams to improve cost control and project outcomes. The position is onsite with colleagues Monday through Thursday; on Fridays, employees may choose their work location in accordance with work needs. Overtime or weekend work may be required.
Requirements
- Associate or bachelor's degree in engineering or a related field and 3–5 years of experience in estimating, engineering, or construction management; or 5–7 years of controls field experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience in estimating, engineering, or construction management.
- Proven experience with Building Automation, HVAC Controls, and HVAC Systems.
- Strong financial and business acumen and a history of managing projects on time and on budget.
- Ability to prioritize tasks and meet tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment while maintaining attention to detail.
- Valid driver's license held for at least 12 months, with no major or frequent traffic violations or preventable collisions as specified in the posting during the previous three years.
- Flexibility to work overtime or weekends as required.
Nice To Haves
- Working knowledge of construction disciplines including mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems.
- Experience working directly with building owners.
Responsibilities
- Prepare cost estimates for materials, subcontractors, purchased equipment, labor, and other construction-related activities to support Account Managers' bids and project pricing.
- Develop detailed scopes from Account Managers' design-build scopes or from plans and specifications issued for competitive bidding.
- Create detailed cost estimates, including system sketches, scope definitions, exceptions and exclusions, preliminary proposals, vendor and subcontractor quotes, and points lists.
- Perform take-offs and price purchased equipment, verifying quantities, sizes, configurations, voltage, options, and other details.
- Hold pre-bid meetings with Account Managers to review project scope and strategy.
- Identify potential cost-saving opportunities and project risks.
- Optimize job costs by negotiating prices with vendors and subcontractors for materials and services.
- Assist Account Managers in determining whether outsourced engineering support is needed.
- Work with Operations and Fulfillment teams to improve and control labor, material, and electrical subcontract cost variations through pre-bid validation and post-mortems.
Benefits
- Health insurance and holistic wellness programs with incentives, effective from day one for employees and their families.
- Fertility coverage and adoption or surrogacy assistance.
- Up to 15 vacation days, paid holidays, sick leave, and additional options supporting volunteer and parental leave.
- 401(k) match.
- Educational and training opportunities through company programs.
- Tuition assistance and student debt support.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
