Controls Estimator- Orlando/Tampa

About the role

Trane Technologies is a world leader in creating comfortable, sustainable, and efficient climate solutions for buildings, homes, and transportation. This role is available in Orlando/Tampa.

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.
• Identifies 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.
• Affords assistance to Account Manager with determining the need for outsourced engineering involvement and works 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 included, but not limited to: DUI, Hit & Run, License Suspension, Reckless/Careless Driving or multiple smaller infractions or preventable collisions in the previous 3 years.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid driver’s license for a minimum of 12 months, with no major or frequent traffic violations included, but not limited to: DUI, Hit & Run, License Suspension, Reckless/Careless Driving or multiple smaller infractions or preventable collisions in the previous 3 years.

Skills

• Strong financial and business acumen.
• Attention to detail.
• Flexibility to work overtime/weekends, as required.
• Valid driver’s license for a minimum of 12 months, with no major or frequent traffic violations included, but not limited to: DUI, Hit & Run, License Suspension, Reckless/Careless Driving or multiple smaller infractions or preventable collisions in the previous 3 years.

Benefits

• Annual Base Salary Range: $56,300.00 - $101,394.99
• Compensation Type: Salary
• Incentive Eligible: No
• Sales Commission Eligible: No
• Health Insurance
• Holistic Wellness Programs
• Fertility Coverage
• Adoption/Surrogacy Assistance
• 401K match up to 6%, plus an additional 2% core contribution = up to 8% company contribution
• Paid Time Off: 15 vacation days, 9 paid holidays, 3 floating holidays, sick leave, and additional options to support volunteer and parental leave
• Educational and Training Opportunities
• Tuition Assistance
• Student Debt Support

Pay

Annual Base Salary Range: $56,300.00 - $101,394.99

Schedule

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