HVAC Controls Estimator

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** Where is the work:*
* Monday to Thursday, work onsite with your colleagues. Fridays, choose your work location, balancing what your work requires.

** What's in it for you:*
* Trane in Birmingham, AL is hiring for a Controls Estimator to join our team. In this role, you will be working with building owners and contractors 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!

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* What you will do:

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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.

+ 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 you will bring:*
* + 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.

+ Candidates without a 4-year degree are encouraged to apply; we prioritize practical experience, relevant skills, and alignment with our leadership principles.

+ Proven experience prioritizing tasks in order to meet tight deadlines within a fast-paced environment with attention to detail.

+ Experience working directly with building owners or contractors is a plus.

+ Working knowledge of Microsoft Office programs.

+ Familiarity with the operation of HVAC Systems and/or Temperature Controls preferred.

+ 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.

** Annual Base Salary Range or Hourly Base Pay Range:*
* $63,111.66 - $

** Compensation Type:*
* Exception Hourly

** Incentive Eligible:*
* No

** Sales Commission Eligible:*
* No

** Disclaimer** :
We strive to provide competitive compensation for this position, tailored to a variety of factors. The…