Controls Project Specialist

Trane Technologies • Lansing, MI

72d • $45 - $52

About The Position

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. Trane in Lansing, MI is hiring an HVAC Controls Project Specialist! This is a critical role on our team, and we are looking for someone with in-depth knowledge of & field experience with HVAC / Building Automation Systems (BAS) Controls. This is a mixed role, with responsibilities encompassing project management, field technician work, and potentially some design/engineering.

Requirements

• A High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• A minimum of 3-5 years of experience in commercial HVAC or Controls or equivalent combination of education (Technical School) and experience is required.
• Operating knowledge of Microsoft office software and working proficiency with hand held computer (i.e. Smartphone, iPad).
• Must possess a valid driver's license for a minimum of 12 months, with no major or frequent traffic violations.
• Previous experience with DDC control systems is required.

Responsibilities

• 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.
• Manage small or fast track Controls projects as defined by the local office.
• Handle Controls Direct and Indirect projects that have strategic value in the District Office.
• Financial responsibility for the project - scope of work, schedule and budget.
• Manage multiple vendors and subcontractors.
• Responsible for end to end testing, downloading programming, starting up, commissioning, and servicing on assigned projects.
• Plan and analyze assigned projects, establish schedules and project parameters and set procedures to accomplish system objectives.
• Meet with contractors and owners to discuss scope of project; budgets; performance; and close-out.
• Examine and review contracts and estimates by performing risk analysis and developing risk plans.
• Maintain the project budget to forecasted values.
• Prepare sub-contractor request for quotations (RFQ) including: scope statements; plans and milestone dates; specs; bonding requirements; and billing schedule of values.
• Receive and qualify subcontractor proposals; supervise work of project assigned staff, subcontractors and installers.
• Manage project cash-flow: progress billing, collections support and monitoring, and resource management.
• Manage change orders by recommending solutions, facilitating quotes and closing orders.
• Document work by completing paperwork on each job, including daily time, progress, and duration; and maintaining files.

Benefits

• Benefits kick in on DAY ONE for you and your family, including health insurance and holistic wellness programs.
• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Industry: Merchant Wholesalers, Durable Goods
• Education Level: High school or GED