Preconstruction Estimator (Construction/HVAC)

Trane Italia•Atlanta, GA

30d•Onsite

About The Position

As a world leader in creating comfortable, sustainable, and efficient climate solutions, Trane Technologies is committed to putting the planet first. Sustainability is integral to their business, and they invite individuals who see impactful possibilities in global challenges to join them in creating a sustainable world. The Preconstruction Estimator is responsible for developing comprehensive cost estimates for construction projects, encompassing materials, sub-contractors, purchased equipment, and labor. This role involves creating detailed scopes from design-build plans or specifications, generating precise cost estimates with system sketches, scope definitions, and vendor quotes. The estimator will gather project data, analyze project needs using industry knowledge, and ensure accuracy in equipment take-off and pricing. Key duties include reviewing bid documents for conflicts, leading pre-bid meetings with Account Managers, identifying cost-saving opportunities and risks, and negotiating prices with vendors. The estimator will also support Account Managers in determining outsourced engineering needs, collaborate with the Operations/Fulfillment group to manage cost variations, provide technical expertise for business acquisition, and contribute to overall customer satisfaction.

Requirements

Four-year degree in Engineering or Construction Management or equivalent experience
Project Management and/or HVACR related work experience required.
Experience with construction estimating, project bidding, and/or procurement.
Working knowledge of all facets of construction including mechanical, electrical, plumbing systems and knowledge with the operation of HVAC systems, electrical systems and temperature controls.
Understanding of construction methods/practices and ability to communicate with and direct subcontractors in an effort to obtain critical proposal information.
Flexibility to work outside normal work hours/weekends, as required, including some travel with occasional overnight stays.
Must 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, Hit & Run, License Suspension, Reckless / Carless Driving, or multiple smaller infractions or preventable collisions in the previous 3 years.

Responsibilities

Responsible for the cost estimates consisting of materials, sub-contractors, purchased equipment, labor (start-up, service work, etc.), and other construction-related activities created by personnel to assist Account Managers in bidding on or determining price of project.
Develops detailed scope based on Account Managers design-build scope or plans and specifications developed and published for competitive bidding through contracting channels.
Creates detailed cost estimates including system sketches, scope definition, exceptions/exclusions, preliminary proposal, vendor/sub-contractor quotes, and points list.
Collects project data needed to assemble project scope and estimate.
Utilize any relevant plans, specifications, and knowledge of construction industry to analyze project needs and compile detailed cost estimates.
Responsible for the take-off and pricing of purchased equipment to ensure accuracy of quantity, size, configuration, voltage, options, etc.
Review bid documents, existing conditions, and subcontractor proposals for potential conflicts and constructability issues.
Responsible for holding pre-bid meeting with Account Managers to review scope, strategy, etc.
Responsible for identifying possible cost saving opportunities and/or risk items that will occur on various projects.
Optimizes job costs by negotiating prices with vendors/sub-contractors through quotations for materials and services.
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.
Provide key technical support in pursuit of Trane business, including participation on strategic job acquisition teams.
Assist and support all efforts of acquisition and customer satisfaction.