Area Contracting Manager-HVAC Controls

Be a part of our mission! As a world leader in creating comfortable, sustainable, and efficient climate solutions for buildings, homes and transportation, it's our responsibility to put the planet first. For us at Trane Technologies, and through our businesses including Trane® and Thermo King, 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. Learn about our benefits designed for you to Thrive at work and at home. We boldly go. Where is the work: Monday to Thursday, work onsite with your colleagues. Fridays, choose your work location, balancing what your work requires. Trane has an exciting opportunity to join and lead our Controls team in Brea, CA, as an Area Contracting Manager! In this role, you will be responsible for leading the Controls/Building Automation team, having direct responsibility for the administration, implementation and management of the contracting fulfillment processes in its goal of operational excellence and support of overall strategic objectives. What you will do: Drive revenue & profitability and achieving specific Annual Operating Plan priorities. Monitor performance and progress of the Area’s project portfolio to ensure timely and successful project delivery. Manage associate performance by monitoring effectiveness and efficiency in relation to specific objectives and operating plan goals. Support the Regional Controls Operations Leader in delivering business results and sharing department vision. Strong collaboration with other Business Streams & functional leaders for greater inter-departmental collaboration and cohesiveness. Directly supervise assigned Controls fulfillment personnel. Identify project needs, assign personnel and develop detailed project plans. Function as the primary interface between the customer, vendors, sub-contractors, and internal expertise within the sales organization and fulfillment organization. Maintain customer satisfaction by investigating concerns, implementing corrective action, and communicating with customers and assigned staff. Maintain high employee engagement through training, career development, a dynamic culture and retaining top talent. Review and validate contracts and estimates by performing risk analysis and developing risk plans. Confirm Trane's ability to meet the performance and financial requirements by obtaining and analyzing customer data, project data, and implementation issues prior to accepting the project. Lead as a local operations safety professional to establish & maintain a work culture that makes safety priority #1. Flexibility to work outside normal work hours, as required. What you will bring: Bachelor's Degree in Construction Management, Engineering or Business with at least 10+ years’ work experience in building automation/controls, and a minimum of 5 years in supervisory capacity. Working knowledge of industrial and commercial HVAC systems and building automation systems. Proficiency using Microsoft Office products. Strong verbal and written communication skills. Experienced and knowledgeable in construction processes associated with the installation & implementation of building automation systems and mechanical/HVAC projects. Annual Base Salary Range or Hourly Base Pay Range: $136,483.33 - $191,030.00 Compensation Type: Salary Incentive Eligible: Yes Sales Commission Eligible: No Disclaimer: We strive to provide competitive compensation for this position, tailored to a variety of factors. The actual compensation will depend on elements such as seniority, merit, geographic location, education, experience, travel requirements, and union designation. Our compensation range is generally based on the national average for the country. Additionally, benefits may vary depending on the region, business alignment, union involvement, and employee status. 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 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. Disclaimer: Benefit offerings may vary depending on Collective Bargaining Agreements and local/state regulations. Safety Sensitive Role: Yes The company designates certain roles as Safety Sensitive. Safety Sensitive roles may require that you pass additional drug screening. 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. At Trane Technologies, we’re climate innovators with the courage to look at our world’s challenges and see endless opportunities. We aren’t afraid to make bold commitments that set new standards to enhance the health and well-being of our employees, customers, communities, and the planet we share. Learn more about what we do & how we do it. Joining the Trane Technologies team is more than just a job – it’s the beginning of a career full of purpose, impact, and meaningful contributions that challenge what’s possible for a more sustainable future. Together, we know we can change the world. With an inclusive culture, benefits to support you and your family, limitless opportunities to grow, flexibility to help you balance life’s demands, and more – you’ll be supported to thrive at work and at home. Learn more about building a career with us. That's okay! Share your skills, interests, and experience with us by building your Talent Profile to allow us to keep you in mind for future opportunities to join our team. At Trane Technologies, we believe in providing equal access and opportunity for all. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to our candidates and employees who may need assistance with application or recruitment processes due to disability or impairment. 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