HVAC & Building Automation Estimator

CFO Trane U.S. Inc.-CFO; Mechanicsburg (Cumberland County); Hybrid; USD 73,000 - 101,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401K match up to 8%

Paid time off & holidays

Job summary

Trane Technologies is seeking a cost estimator to develop detailed scope and price multiple projects related to building automation and HVAC systems. You will prepare comprehensive estimates, coordinate with vendors, and support Account Managers in bid strategies.

The role requires a degree in engineering or equivalent practical experience, strong financial acumen, and the ability to manage deadlines in a fast-paced environment. Hybrid onsite/work-location flexibility is provided.

Qualifications

• Associates or Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field with 3–5 years in estimating, engineering, construction management; or 5–7 years controls field experience.
• Experience with Building Automation, HVAC Controls and HVAC Systems.
• Knowledge of mechanical, electrical, plumbing systems preferred.
• Strong financial and business acumen with a history of on-time, on-budget projects.
• Willingness to work overtime/weekends as required.
• Valid driver’s license for at least 12 months with clean record.

Responsibilities

• Prepare cost estimates covering materials, sub-contractors, equipment, labor and other costs.
• Develop detailed scope from design-build plans for competitive bidding.
• Create cost estimates with vendor/sub-contractor quotes and scope definitions.
• Take-off and price purchased equipment ensuring quantity and specs accuracy.
• Conduct pre-bid meetings with Account Managers to review scope and strategy.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities and risk items across projects.
• Negotiate prices with vendors/sub-contractors to optimize costs.
• Assist with outsourcing engineering involvement and control cost variations.

Skills

Building Automation

HVAC Controls

HVAC Systems

Financial Acumen

Project Management

Deadline Management

Driver's License

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering

Associates degree in engineering

Job description

Trane Technologies is seeking a cost estimator to develop detailed scope and price multiple projects related to building automation and HVAC systems. You will prepare comprehensive estimates, coordinate with vendors, and support Account Managers in bid strategies.

The role requires a degree in engineering or equivalent practical experience, strong financial acumen, and the ability to manage deadlines in a fast-paced environment. Hybrid onsite/work-location flexibility is provided.