Director, Project Management Office

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.

The Project Management Office (PMO) Director is responsible for end-to-end program / project management practices, facilitating business transformation and driving increased adoption and adherence to PDP / PPM for the Residential HVAC and Supply business. The scope of responsibilities includes demand, pipeline, project and financial management; to include deployment and adherence to Trane Technologies program management standards (PDP / PPM); effectively managing the project pipeline to optimize delivery; financial management activities to ensure we are responsibly and effectively managing budgets; resource management activities to ensure effective utilization and capacity management; and developing and maintaining the overall project execution goals of the company on behalf of the business Senior Leadership Team.

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 : Hybrid :

This position has been designated as a Hybrid work schedule with work performed onsite 3 days each week.

What you will do :

• Partner with cross-functional department leaders to understand their portfolio, business strategy, prioritization, etc. to facilitate pipeline management and project execution across the organization.
• Provide executive visibility to project, program, portfolio and functional level status, issues, risks, costs, etc.
• Oversee Demand Control Processes, Resource Planning / Scheduling, Delivery Management, Business Change Management, Benefits Realization, and Strategy Refresh components of the Portfolio.
• Manage development of Performance Metrics, KPI’s and Dashboards to meet QDC targets.
• Guide and coach Program and Project managers daily.
• Responsible for company wide deployment of PDP / PPM Project Management processes, governance, and project performance standards.
• Apply a pragmatic approach to delivery Projects & Programs and Proven Project / Program Delivery Experience.
• Be responsible for ongoing training / educating to the organization about PDP / PPM and PMI project / program management methodologies and practices.
• Lead and influence others including those more senior.
• Responsible for educating, certifying, and providing ongoing reinforcement to the organization about Program / project management methodologies and practices.
• Be responsible for supporting the PM Community by reinforcing and sharing best practices, tips, tricks, templates, and lessons learned.
• Analyze project data and monitor ongoing adherence to processes. Oversee and manage process auditing initiatives in close partnership with the PM managers / leaders.
• Represent and ensure Project Management community needs and requirements are understood and represented on system and process change initiatives.
• Manage roll-out plans and education activities around process and system change initiatives.
• Drive alignment of practices across various product lines while ensuring that the business operation is scalable to meet the needs.
• Identify, define, develop, and implement techniques to improve project management productivity, increase efficiency, and mitigate risks.
• Maintain oversight and reporting metrics for the entire project portfolio.
• Ability to travel 10-25% required.

What you will bring :

Key Competencies :

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.