Trane in Tempe, AZ is hiring for a
Controls Application Engineer 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!
Responsibilities :
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.
Qualifications
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.Experience with Building Automation, HVAC Controls and HVAC Systems is a plus but not requiredWorking knowledge of all facets of construction including mechanical, electrical, plumbing systems, etc. preferred. Should have a strong financial and business acumen and a history of running tasks on time.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 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, Hit & Run, License Suspension, Reckless / Careless Driving or multiple smaller infractions or preventable collisions in the previous 3 years.
Compensation :
Total Target Compensation : $75,000 - $105,000 inclusive of base plus incentive.
Disclaimer : This base pay range is based on US national averages. Actual base pay could be a result of seniority, merit, geographic location where the work is performed.
Equal Employment Opportunity :
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.