Commercial HVAC Estimator

Johnson Controls; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits

Job summary

Johnson Controls is seeking a Commercial HVAC Estimator to lead the relationship between field offices and suppliers and develop accurate installation cost models for projects. You will manage subcontractor selection, pricing, and collaboration with the Sales organization to deliver precise budgets.

The role requires electrical or mechanical controls experience, strong MS Office skills, and 5–8+ years of project management with estimating in HVAC controls construction.

Qualifications

• Electrical industry experience or bachelor’s degree required.
• Experience in building systems or operational processes.
• Strong communication with sales and team settings.
• Proficient with MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Project.

Responsibilities

• Lead subcontractor installation pricing with Sales during project development.
• Determine subcontractor strategy and source all 3rd party quotes.
• Review project SOW and ensure subcontractor provisions in contracts.
• Develop, host, and review all RFPs and manage supplier relations.

Skills

Electrical experience

MS Word/Excel/PowerPoint

Project management

Estimating experience

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

MS Project

Job description

About Us

Johnson Controls, a global leader in thermal management, mission-critical building systems, energy efficiency, and decarbonization, helps customers use energy more productively, reduce carbon emissions, and operate with the precision and resilience required in rapidly expanding industries such as data centers, healthcare, pharmaceuticals, advanced manufacturing, and higher education.

For more than 140 years, Johnson Controls has delivered performance where it really matters. Backed by advanced technology, lifecycle services and an industry-leading field organization, we elevate customer performance, turn goals into real-world results and help move society forward.

What you will do

You'll be a dynamic person leading a crucial relationship between our field offices and our supplier base! As a Commercial HVAC Estimator, you will be the main procurement contact for your assigned branch office partnering directly with our HVAC Controls Sales Organization to develop accurate installation cost models for our projects. You will lead the development of installation costing and the identification and selection of 3rd party subcontractors through supplier development, contract management, supplier relationships, price negotiations, working capital optimization and improved communication between the central procurement teams and the branch offices.

How you will do it

As an organized person with electrical or mechanical controls trade experience, you’ll develop, align, and implement several different supply chain strategies to deliver the most efficient methods for branch offices procure subcontract labor from suppliers to deliver the solutions we promise our customers. Coordinate all operational procurement activities, utilizing the systems, processes and procedures governing the procurement of subcontract labor while ensuring compliance with BOS procedures and DoA requirements.

Key functions of this role include:

• Partnership with Sales during project development phase to own Subcon Installation pricing


• Determine Subcontractor Strategy


• Review total Project SOW, qualify and clarify Subcontractor requirements


• Utilize Estimating Tools to develop baseline Subcontractor Installation Pricing


• Source all 3rd Party Sub Quotes


• Review Customer documents to ensure adequate provisions are in JCI contract to Subcontractors


• Develop, Host, Review all RFPs


• Establishes and maintains effective relationships with suppliers and internal customers

What we look for

Required

• Electrical industry equivalent experience or bachelor's degree


• Experience in building systems or operational processes.


• Works effectively with sales as well as in team settings


• Solid computer skills, including an understanding of MS Word, MS Excel, MS PowerPoint and MS Project


• 5-8+ years as a project manager with estimating experience in the HVAC Controls construction or trades industry.


• HVAC Industry / Electrical industry / installation knowledge a plus. (i.e. Electrical Supervisor, Electrician, Estimator, etc.)


• Procurement experience with a focus on construction and/or HVAC equipment and services with experience in cost analysis and strong financial knowledge.


• Good PC / software knowledge/skills.


• Interpersonal Skills - Candidate should have the ability to cooperate with people of varying levels both inside/outside the organization and interact with the team to establish and achieve team goals and objectives.


• Communication - This person should have excellent verbal and written communication skills with ability to express information/ideas in a professional manner to varying levels of people and customers. Strong English skills required. Multi language capabilities preferred.


• Initiative/Execution/Motivation - We're also looking for someone with the ability to take actions, make informed decisions and generate ideas to improve overall business performance on key metrics directly motivated by this position.


• Ownership/Commitment - A great candidate will have the ability to influence decisions & results even when all elements are not under the individual's direct control.


• Planning/Balance - Candidate should have the ability to establish goals consistent with company objectives and to adapt plans to a changing environment.


• Travel: 10% overnight travel

Preferred

• Experience in design build construction and HVAC highly preferred

HIRING SALARY RANGE : $110,000 - $140,000

(Salary to be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data.) This role also offers a competitive Sales Incentive Plan that will take into account volume and margin on a project, quarterly, and annual basis. This position includes a competitive benefits package. The posted salary range reflects the target compensation for this role. However, we recognize that exceptional candidates may bring unique skills and experiences that exceed the typical profile. If you believe your background warrants consideration