Estimator Services (Digital)

Whats in it for you:

Trane in Markham (Ontario) Or Laval (Québec)is hiring for a Controls Estimator II to join our 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!

What you will do:

• 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.

What you will bring:

• Associates or Bachelors 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 drivers 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.