Controls Estimator

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About the role

Trane in the Mid-Atlantic Region is hiring for a Controls Estimator II to join our team. In this role, you will be working with building owners providing estimates and quotes for HVAC Controls projects. Trane always focuses on a total solution to provide our customers with the most energy efficient buildings!

This is a safety-sensitive role that may require additional drug screening.

Schedule

Monday to Thursday, work onsite with your colleagues. Fridays, choose your work location, balancing what your work requires.

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.
• Responsible for the take-off and pricing of purchased equipment to ensure accuracy of quantity, size, configuration, voltage, options, etc.
• 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.

Requirements

• Associates or Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field with minimum of three (3) to five (5) years’ experience in estimating, engineering, construction management; or five (5) to seven (7) years of controls field experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience in estimating, engineering or construction management.
• Candidates without a 4-year degree are encouraged to apply; we prioritize practical experience, relevant skills, and alignment with our leadership principles.
• Must have proven experience with Building Automation, HVAC Controls and HVAC Systems.
• Working knowledge of all facets of construction including mechanical, electrical, plumbing systems, etc. preferred.
• Must have strong financial and business acumen and a history of running projects on time and on budget.
• Proven experience prioritizing tasks in order to meet tight deadlines within a high-paced environment with attention to detail.
• Experience working directly with building owners is a plus.
• Flexibility to work overtime/weekends, as required.
• 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/Careless Driving or multiple smaller infractions or preventable collisions in the previous 3 years.

Pay

Annual Base Salary Range: $72,611.66 - $101,394.99 (salaried position, not eligible for incentive or sales commission).

Actual compensation will depend on elements such as seniority, merit, geographic location, education, experience, travel requirements, and union designation.

Benefits

Benefits kick in on DAY ONE for you and your family, including:

• Health insurance and holistic wellness programs that include generous incentives.
• Family building benefits including fertility coverage and adoption/surrogacy assistance.
• 401K match up to 6%, plus an additional 2% core contribution (total up to 8% company contribution).
• Paid time off including 15 vacation days, 9 paid holidays, 3 floating holidays, sick leave, and additional options to support volunteer and parental leave.
• Educational and training opportunities through company programs along with tuition assistance and student debt support.

Benefit offerings may vary depending on Collective Bargaining Agreements and local/state regulations.