Data Center Project Manager

About the role

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.

Schedule

Monday to Thursday, work onsite with your colleagues. Fridays, choose your work location, balancing what your work requires.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage data center projects, ensuring timely execution from startup to commissioning.
• Develop and maintain detailed project schedules that track milestones and deliverables.
• Manage change orders, scope adjustments, and project modifications in alignment with client requirements.
• Oversee integrated system testing and functional testing of data center sites.
• Provide expertise in thermal execution for data centers, particularly in chilled water systems.
• Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues in collaboration with engineering and technical teams.
• Manage and mentor technicians on-site, ensuring clear communication and adherence to project plans.
• Act as the primary point of contact for technical and operational questions during project execution.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including design, construction management, and client services.
• Interface with data center customers to understand their unique needs and provide tailored solutions.
• Ensure projects meet customer specifications, quality standards, and industry best practices.
• Support post-installation follow-up to verify operational excellence and customer satisfaction.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, industry training programs, or equivalent years of experience.

At least 10 years of experience as a Project Manager (preferred 5+ in data centers): proven experience managing projects in the data center, industrial, or HVAC sectors; demonstrated expertise in thermal execution, especially in systems involving chilled water or water cooling; experience in integrated system testing, commissioning, and functional testing is preferred.

Strong mechanical aptitude with an understanding of complex data center infrastructure; proficiency in project management tools and software; excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.

Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively manage teams and engage with technical staff; strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously; capable of working independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment.

Benefits

• Health insurance and holistic wellness programs with generous incentives.
• Family building benefits include fertility coverage and adoption/surrogacy assistance.
• Paid time off includes up to 15 vacation days, paid holidays, sick leave, and additional options to support volunteer and parental leave.
• 401K match, educational and training opportunities through company programs, tuition assistance, and student debt support.

Pay

Annual base salary range: $105,228.33 - $146,720.00 (salary, incentive eligible, sales commission not eligible).