Preconstruction Developer

Trane Italia•Syracuse, NY

27d•Hybrid

About The Position

Trane Technologies is a world leader in creating comfortable, sustainable, and efficient climate solutions for buildings, homes, and transportation, committed to putting the planet first. Sustainability is integral to their business. They are seeking a Preconstruction Developer for the Upstate New York area to support Trane Technologies Energy Services, a challenging and fast-growing field. This role involves collaborating with internal teams and customers to identify and develop turnkey design-build contracting projects, including scope of work development, cost estimating, and proposal support for an industry-leading Energy Services Company (ESCO). A career with an ESCO requires knowledge of building systems and construction, strong interpersonal, teamwork, and communication skills, along with determination and a desire to succeed. The Preconstruction Developer is responsible for Acquisition Support of both Design-Build Turnkey and Energy Services Contracting project work, requiring mastery of acquisition, technical aptitude, and project management skills.

Requirements

Four-year degree in Engineering or Construction Management
Project Management and/or HVACR related work experience required.
Working knowledge of all facets of construction including mechanical, electrical, plumbing systems and knowledge with the operation of HVAC systems, electrical systems and temperature controls.
Flexibility to work outside normal work hours/weekends, as required, including some travel with occasional overnight stays.
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.

Responsibilities

Develops, evaluates, and discusses possible turnkey HVAC solutions with Account Manager, Project Manager, Sub-contractor, Supplier, and/or customer.
Collects project data needed to assemble turnkey project scope and estimate.
Utilizes plans, specifications, and knowledge of construction industry to analyze project needs and compiles detailed cost estimates.
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.
Responsible for creating cost estimates consisting of materials, sub-contractors, purchased equipment, labor (start-up, service work, etc.), and other construction-related activities to assist Account Managers in bidding on or determining price of project.
Responsible for the take-off and pricing of purchased equipment to ensure accuracy of quantity, size, configuration, voltage, options, etc.
Able to communicate, schedule, analyze information, and take responsibility for estimating duties.
Review bid documents for potential conflicts and constructability issues.
Communicate with customer, subcontractors, engineers, and designers on changes or adjustments for estimates and ensure all project needs are met.
Provide key technical support in pursuit of Trane business, including participation on strategic job acquisition teams.
Responsible for developing and maintaining subcontractor relations, along with evaluating and categorizing subcontractors.
Assist and support all efforts of acquisition and customer satisfaction.
Some travel required; other duties as assigned.