Program Manager III

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.

This role has been designated as fully Remote.

The Trane Senior Project Manager – Role Development is responsible for defining, developing, and deploying development programs, including Leader Standard Work, advanced training, onboarding programs, and assessments to support Digital Energy Services and Controls growth. This role leads role development activities for Controls and Turnkey Technicians, including CTTP I and II, Tracer Elite Program, Controls Tech Onboarding development and implementation, and deployment of leader standard work for Technical Leaders and Controls Tech Team Leaders. This position will lead large project initiatives, and mentor project managers on the team. The role will utilize Voice of Customer/Field, market and competitive analysis to assess needs and define business requirements, as well as manage field teams, schedule, and A3 process to lead program development and deployment across Trane’s field offices. It includes the creation and/or coordination of all deliverables, necessary tools, documentation, and support materials. The position must be able to successfully manage multiple projects through the development process, culminating in improved contracting profitability, productivity, and customer satisfaction.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES (others may be added):

• Create the standard work and development tools for the Controls Technician role, including career path, skills assessment, and onboarding programs.
• Maintain the tools and established programs, including CTTP I & II, Tracer Elite Programs
• Maintain the Technician Portal, and communication plans
• Apply knowledge of the contracting process, controls systems and products, and tools to initiate and manage projects, including proficient use of standard project management skills and lean tools.
• Lead teams to design and develop deployment materials including presentations, workshops, and control plans.
• Support Regional business leaders by coordinating activities and initiatives across business streams.
• Create and deliver presentations to all Contracting employees, including Executive Leadership.
• Create process maps and narratives to communicate process workflow and fulfill business needs.
• Clearly communicate project status verbally and in writing.
• Interface with Regional Teams as well as other organizations within Digital Energy
• Services and Controls Sales and Field Operations.
• Meet short- and long-term deadlines to achieve project goals.
• Provide program management through post-launch and control plan execution.
• Mentor junior Project Managers on PM skills, contracting business, and communication.
• Maintain a regular work schedule and be self-motivated as part of a geographically dispersed team.
• Percentage of Travel is 20-25% of the time

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree and at least 10 years of contracting experience required OR an equivalent combination of education and/or work experience required.
• Project management experience with a proven track record of managing through deployment and transition.
• Proficient use of lean tools including, A3s, affinity diagrams and FMEAs, and leader standard work.
• Ability to explain complex technical concepts to widely varied audiences.
• Instructional design/development experience, or equivalent, preferred.
• Strong experience in planning and team management.
• Must have strong financial and business acumen and a history of running projects on time and on budget.
• Effective skills in leading team and facilitating training in a virtual environment.
• Strong written and oral communication skills, and the ability to facilitate in a large group setting
• Experience working directly with field subject matter experts
• Must be able to travel nationally

Base Compensation Range is $83,000 to $198,500. Total compensation for this role also will include an incentive plan.

Disclaimer: This base salary range is based on US national averages. Actual base pay could be a result of seniority, merit, geographic location where the work is performed.

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.