Contracting Project Specialist

At Trane TechnologiesTM  and through our businesses including Trane® and Thermo King®, we create innovative climate solutions for buildings, homes, and transportation that challenge what’s possible for a sustainable world. We're a team that dares to look at the world's challenges and see impactful possibilities. We believe in a better future when we uplift others and enable our people to thrive at work and at home. We boldly go.

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. 

Job Summary：

Our Albuquerque, NM location is hiring a Controls Project Specialist.  In this role you will manage all aspects of construction projects, from beginning to end, with direct responsibility for project execution while leading a team, or teams, to accomplish specific objectives in a given time frame and with available resources. Responsible for the administration, implementation and management of construction projects. Accountable for assigned projects’ scope of work, schedule and budget.  Responsible for the commissioning, diagnosis, and repair of environmental-control systems, utilizing knowledge of electronics, direct digital control, airflow, hydronics, refrigeration theory, and control techniques.  May also be responsible for hardware and software design activities for small building automation systems, utilizing engineering principles and practices for work on assigned projects. 

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 On-Site. 

What you will do:   

• Responsible for end-to-end testing, downloading programming, starting up, commissioning, and servicing on assigned projects.
• Uses a variety of hand tools, interpreting control drawings, plans, and specifications, to mount, assemble, test, and program the system. 
• Responsible for timely completion of assigned projects and customer satisfaction. 
• Plans and analyzes assigned projects, establishes schedules and project parameters and sets procedures to accomplish system objectives, involving complex contracting applications.
• Prepares for on-site installation and repairs by examining building layout, anticipating difficulties, gathering materials and coordinating on-site work, as necessary.
• Meets with contractors and owners to discuss scope of project; budgets; performance; and close-out.
• Represents company by serving as a direct customer contact.
• Examines and reviews contracts and estimates by performing risk analysis and developing risk plans.
• Ensures compliance with internal contracting processes.
• Responsible for maintaining the project budget to forecasted values.
• Creates and makes revisions to project schedules including generating tasks, estimates, dependencies; milestones, CPM Analysis; and Histogram Analysis.
• Oversees the following: preparation of Trane material and vendor orders; recording the receipt of materials and approving payments.
• Prepares sub-contractor request for quotation’s (RFQ) including scope statements; plans and milestone dates; specs; bonding requirements; and billing schedule of values.
• Receives and qualifies subcontractor proposals; supervises work of project assigned staff, subcontractors and installers.
• Responsible for project cash-flow management: progress billing, collections support and monitoring, and resource management. 
• Responsible for change order management by recommending solutions, facilitating quotes and closing orders.
• Ensures that quality standards are maintained for assigned projects. 
• Maintains customer satisfaction by investigating concerns, implementing corrective action, and communicating with customers and assigned staff. 
• Establishes professional relationship and communicates with field support staff and customers and their representatives. Interfaces constantly to maintain accurate status reports and project reviews.
• Provides technical support to customers on assigned projects.
• Documents work by completing paperwork on each job, including daily time, progress, and duration; and maintaining files.
• Provides training and follow-up training at customer site.
• Obtains acceptance and timely sign-off of the project by the customer. 
• Flexibility to work outside normal work hours/weekends, as required.

What you will bring: 

• At least 5 to 8+ years of HVAC/Controls industry experience; or two-year degree from technical college in related field with four years of experience in the construction industry or related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience and knowledge in using Project Management Tools (CPM, PERT, Gantt Charts) is required.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office, current Project Management tool suite, PeopleSoft Contracts and Projects.
• Familiarity with financially guaranteed contracts, the operation of energy management systems, HVAC systems, temperature controls, and process control systems is preferred.
• Must possess the communication skills and level of literacy, scientific knowledge and mathematical skills commensurate with the completion of High School and/or higher-level education.
• Must have a general working knowledge of basic engineering, electricity, mechanical HVAC systems and the building construction industry. 
• • Must 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 / Carless Driving, or multiple smaller infractions or preventable collisions in the previous 3 years.

Compensation:   

Base Pay Range: $ 25.00-$45.00 an hour. 

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.