Equipment Estimator

Job Summary:

Trane in Louisville, KY is hiring an Equipment Estimator to join our team.  In this role, you will be working with building owners and contractors providing estimates and quotes for HVAC projects. Trane always focuses on a total solution to provide our customers with the most energy efficient buildings!

 What’s in it for you:  

Be a part of our mission!  As a world leader in creating comfortable, sustainable, and efficient environments, it’s our responsibility to put the planet first. For us at Trane Technologies, sustainability is not just how we do business—it is our business. Do you dare to look at the world's challenges and see impactful possibilities? Do you want to contribute to making a better future? If the answer is yes, we invite you to consider joining us in boldly challenging what’s possible for a sustainable world. 

Thrive at work and at home:  

·        Benefits kick in on DAY ONE for you and your family, including health insurance and holistic wellness programs that include generous incentives – WE DARE TO CARE!   

·        Family building benefits include fertility coverage and adoption/surrogacy assistance.   

·        401K match up to 6%, plus an additional 2% core contribution = up to 8% company contribution.    

·        Paid time off, including in support of volunteer and parental leave needs.      

·        Educational and training opportunities through company programs along with tuition assistance and student debt support.    

·        Learn more about our benefits here!  

Where is the work:

This position has been designated as a Hybrid work schedule with work performed onsite 3 days each week. 

Responsibilities:

• 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.  

 Qualifications

• 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.   
• 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 be able to travel locally and 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 in the previous 3 years 
  • Hit & Run, License Suspension, Reckless / Careless Driving or multiple smaller infractions or preventable collisions in the previous 3 years.

Compensation:   

Base Pay Range: $63,000 - $83,000

Disclaimer: This base pay range is based on US national averages. Actual base pay could be a result of seniority, merit, and geographic location where the work is performed.