Estimator - Controls (Toronto)

Trane Italia; Markham; Hybrid; CAD 133,000 - 187,000; Full time

Job summary

Trane Technologies in Markham is seeking a Controls Estimator II to prepare estimates for HVAC controls projects and support Account Managers in bidding. You’ll cost materials, labor, and subcontractors, develop scope from plans, and drive cost efficiency across projects.

The role requires an engineering degree with 3–7 years of estimating or construction experience, Building Automation knowledge, and bilingual English/French. Onsite with flexible location, strong budgeting skills are expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or associate degree in engineering or related field with 3–5 years in estimating or construction management.
• Experience with Building Automation and HVAC controls and systems.
• Willingness to work overtime/weekends and bilingual English/French.
• Strong financial acumen and history of delivering on time and on budget.

Responsibilities

• Provide cost estimates covering materials, subcontractors and labor to bid projects.
• Develop scope from design-build plans and competitive bidding documents.
• Create detailed cost estimates with sketches, quotes and vendor quotes.
• Take-off and price purchased equipment ensuring quantity and specs accuracy.
• Hold pre-bid meetings with Account Managers to align on scope and strategy.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities and cost risks across projects.
• Assist with determining need for outsourced engineering and cost control.

Skills

Bilingual English/French

Education

Engineering degree (Associates or Bachelor's)

Job description

Be a part of our mission! As a world leader in creating comfortable, sustainable, and efficient climate solutions for buildings, homes and transportation, it’s our responsibility to put the planet first. For us at Trane Technologies, and through our businesses including Trane® and Thermo King, 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.

Learn about our benefits designed for you to Thrive at work and at home.

We boldly go.

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 Markhamis 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!

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 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.
• Bilingual English and french
• 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:

$94,366.66 - $132,054.99

Compensation Type:

Salary

Incentive Eligible:

No

Sales Commission Eligible:

No

Disclaimer : We strive to provide competitive compensation for this position, tailored to a variety of factors. The actual compensation will depend on elements such as seniority, merit, geographic location, education, experience, travel requirements, and union designation. Our compensation range is generally based on the national average for the country. Additionally, benefits may vary depending on the region, business alignment, union involvement, and employee status.

This posting is for an existing vacancy. The position is imminently available, and qualified candidates will be considered for immediate placement.

We offer competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits and programs. We are an equal opportunity employer; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, pregnancy, age, marital status, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any legally protected status.