Energy Services Senior Project Developer

CFO Trane U.S. -CFOChesapeake, VA
Hybrid

About The Position

Trane Technologies is seeking an experienced Sr. Project Developer to join their growing Energy Services team in Chesapeake, VA. This role is crucial in supporting the identification and development of turnkey design-build solutions and energy savings contracting projects. The Sr. Project Developer will collaborate with internal teams and customers, manage scope of work development, cost estimating, quantify energy savings with Energy Engineers, and provide proposal support. This position requires a strong understanding of building systems and energy engineering, coupled with excellent interpersonal, teamwork, and communication skills. The role demands mastery of acquisition, technical aptitude, and project management skills within the Energy Services Company (ESCO) sector.

Requirements

  • Four-year degree in Engineering, Technical field or Business Required.
  • Working knowledge of cost and savings studies incorporating energy conversation measures (ECM).
  • Working knowledge of energy rebate programs, utility tariffs and utility bill analysis.
  • Ability to audit existing mechanical and building systems and recommend solutions to improve.
  • Understanding of construction methods/practices and ability to communicate with and direct subcontractors in an effort to obtain critical proposal information.
  • Project Management and Performance Contracting/ESCO experience required.
  • Must have a general knowledge of basic engineering, electricity, mechanical HVAC systems and the building construction industry.
  • Ability to work regularly and dependably as well as function in a team environment.
  • 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.

Nice To Haves

  • Ability to develop and write HVAC system level sequence of operations and other system level control requirements a benefit.
  • Proficiency in Visio, AutoCAD and/or other design software; knowledge of computerized energy simulation tools a plus.

Responsibilities

  • Develop HVAC systems and solutions using a combination of Trane equipment and controls and other leading HVAC equipment and systems that include project scoping, concept development, engineering analysis, and system validation.
  • Supports Account Managers in developing and establishing project installation budgets, and preparing the sub-contractor request for quotation’s (RFQ) including: scope statements; plans and milestone dates; specs; permitting and bonding requirements.
  • Provide key technical support in pursuit of Trane business, including participation on strategic job acquisition teams.
  • Manage the design including conceptual site plans and preliminary engineering documents through construction documents.
  • Continually validate the effectiveness of the Design-Build Turnkey and ESPC processes and identify and develop improvements.
  • Responsible for secured customers from Project Development through project transition.
  • Assist and support all efforts of acquisition and customer satisfaction.
  • Some travel required, other duties as assigned

Benefits

  • Health insurance
  • Holistic wellness programs with generous incentives
  • 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.
  • 15 vacation days
  • 9 paid holidays
  • 3 floating holidays
  • Sick leave
  • Additional options to support volunteer and parental leave.
  • Educational and training opportunities through company programs
  • Tuition assistance
  • Student debt support
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