Controls Estimator

trane technologies

19d • Onsite

About The Position

Be a part of our mission! As a world leader in creating comfortable, sustainable, and efficient climate solutions for buildings, homes and transportation, it's our responsibility to put the planet first. For us at Trane Technologies, and through our businesses including Trane® and Thermo King, sustainability is not just how we do business—it is our business. Do you dare to look at the world's challenges and see impactful possibilities? Do you want to contribute to making a better future? If the answer is yes, we invite you to consider joining us in boldly challenging what's possible for a sustainable world.
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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.

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

• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees