Maintenance Project Manager

Trane Italia • Columbia, SC

1d • $60,000 - $109,340 • Onsite

About The Position

The Maintenance Project Manager oversees the planning, execution, and successful delivery of construction, renovation, and facility improvement projects at the manufacturing site. This role manages contractor relationships, directs facility upgrades, and partners closely with maintenance teams to execute both capital and maintenance-related projects. The Project Manager ensures all work meets safety, environmental, regulatory, budgetary, and scheduling requirements—supporting a reliable, safe, and efficient manufacturing environment.

Requirements

• 5+ years of project management experience, preferably in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Bachelor's degree preferred
• Proficiency with CMMS systems and data‑driven maintenance planning.
• Strong knowledge of construction methods, facility operations, and maintenance practices.
• Proficient in Excel, Word, and other major Microsoft office tools.
• Experience managing contracts, budgets, and vendor relationships.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Proficiency with project management and maintenance software tools.
• Understanding of EHS regulations and compliance requirements.
• Strong understanding of mechanical, electrical, HVAC, and facility systems.
• Experience in participating or leading SCRUM reporting.

Nice To Haves

• PMP or similar project management certification.
• Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma methodologies.
• Experience with energy efficiency projects or sustainable building initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Lead construction, renovation, and facility improvement projects from initial concept through final completion.
• Develop, manage, and track project schedules and budgets.
• Coordinate cross‑functional teams, contractors, and vendors to ensure timely and high‑quality project execution.
• Ensure all facilities and projects comply with safety, environmental, OSHA, and regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate with engineering and site leadership on facility planning, upgrades, and long-term infrastructure needs.
• Develop scopes of work (SOWs), facilitate RFQs, manage bid processes, and lead vendor selection.
• Work with maintenance teams to plan and execute facility maintenance projects.
• Support preventive and predictive maintenance strategies for building systems and equipment.
• Use SCRUM and CMMS systems to assign, track, and report project and maintenance activities.
• Develop and oversee budgets for assigned projects.
• Prepare regular project updates, status reports, and presentations for site leadership.
• Monitor spending, forecast future resource needs, and identify cost‑saving opportunities.
• Collaborate cross‑functionally with Operations, EHS, Quality, Supply Chain, and other key stakeholders to maintain alignment with plant goals.
• Partner with Operations and Manufacturing Engineering on equipment upgrades, capital investments, and facility enhancements.
• Oversee full project execution including quoting, bid awards, contract management, contractor safety, OSHA compliance, and overall project delivery.
• Manage facility and equipment maintenance contracts, including recurring preventive and reactive maintenance services.

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.
• Paid time off includes 15 vacation days, 9 paid holidays, 3 floating holidays, sick leave, and additional options to support volunteer and parental leave.
• Educational and training opportunities through company programs along with tuition assistance and student debt support.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level