Preconstruction Developer

At Trane Technologies™ 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.

Trane Technologies has an exciting opportunity for a Preconstruction Developer serving the Upstate New York area. As a Preconstruction Developer, you will be supporting one of the most challenging and fastest growing career fields, Trane Technologies Energy Services. This role includes working with internal teams and customers to identify and develop turnkey design-build contracting projects, including scope of work development, cost estimating, and proposal support as part of an industry leading Energy Services Company (ESCO). A career with an ESCO demands not only a knowledge of building systems and all aspects of its construction, but also requires strong interpersonal, teamwork and communication skills coupled with the will, determination, work ethic and a desire to succeed.

The Preconstruction Developer is responsible for Acquisition Support of both Design-Build Turnkey and Energy Services Contracting project work. This position requires mastery of acquisition, technical aptitude, and project management skills.

Work Location : This position will be in upstate NY. This position is aligned with Customer Facing Sales and Service Work : Prioritize engaging with customers; when not directly interacting with customers, enjoy the collaborative environment of our regional sales office.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND 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.

QUALIFICATIONS

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.

Benefits (partial list) :

Comprehensive health and wellness benefits

401(k) with matching

Paid time off including volunteer time

Parental leave

Tuition reimbursement

Other benefits to help you thrive at work and home

Compensation - $90K to $130k, plus incentive. Total compensation for this role will include an incentive plan.

Disclaimer : This base pay 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.