2027 Construction Project Management Intern

CCO Trane Canada Co.; Calgary; On-site; CAD 3,168,000 - 4,546,000; Full time

Job summary

Trane Technologies is offering a 12-week Summer internship to explore a career in Construction Project Management. You will work with a Project Manager across North America, gaining hands-on experience in planning, budgeting, and contractor coordination for energy-efficient building projects.

The role targets students in Construction Engineering, Building Management, or related fields, with an emphasis on developing leadership and technical skills in a corporate setting.

Qualifications

• Actively enrolled in a bachelor’s or master’s degree throughout the entire duration of the summer internship.
• Preferred degree in Construction Engineering, Building Management, Construction Management, HVAC, Engineering, or equivalent degree.
• Have the legal right to work in Canada.

Responsibilities

• Planning and coordinating assigned projects, establish schedules and project parameters and set procedures to accomplish system objectives.
• Working directly with the engineering team to support engineering programming and material selection activities related to projects.
• Assisting in establishing and maintaining an operations budget for assigned projects by revising the original estimate based on validated project scope and monitoring the accuracy of the forecasted cost at completion by managing expenses.
• Collaborating on preparations for sub‑contractor requests for quotations (RFQ), including scope statements; plans and milestone dates; specs; bonding requirements; and billing schedule of values.
• Receiving and qualifying subcontractor proposals; with help supervising the work of project assigned staff, subcontractors and installers.
• Communicating with contractors, subcontractors and owners to discuss scope of project, budgets, performance, and close‑out as well as with other team members concerning problems, obstacles, issues, and information needs.

Skills

Construction management

Education

Construction Eng / Building Mgmt

Job description

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: On‑Site (5 days)

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.

This is an exciting opportunity to make a difference in building efficiency and sustainability through our Equipment, Service or Controls / Building Automation offerings.

What you will do

Trane Technologies, the global leader in innovative climate solutions, hands on summer internship allows participants to explore a career in Construction Project Management through the following:

• A 12‑week Summer internship program that will challenge and develop your technical, business, leadership, and communication skills.
• Gain insight into a Construction Project Management career with Trane Technologies, focusing on solutions that provide our customers with the most energy‑efficient buildings.
• Work on all aspects of construction projects with responsibility for project execution while working alongside a Project Manager to complete objectives within a time frame and available resources.
• This internship will provide you with the experience to pursue a career in Construction Project Management and creates the opportunity to potentially join our industry leading Graduate Training Program (GTP) after graduation.
• Our internship program provides you with the opportunity to learn more about us while you collaborate with peers across North America.

As a Construction Project Manager Intern, you may experience and assist in:

• Planning and coordinating assigned projects, establish schedules and project parameters and set procedures to accomplish system objectives. This could include generating tasks, estimates, dependencies; milestones, CPM Analysis; and Histogram Analysis
• Working directly with the engineering team to support engineering programming and material selection activities related to projects.
• Assisting in establishing and maintaining an operations budget for assigned projects by revising the original estimate based on validated project scope and monitoring the accuracy of the forecasted cost at completion by managing expenses.
• Collaborating on preparations for sub‑contractor requests for quotations (RFQ), including scope statements; plans and milestone dates; specs; bonding requirements; and billing schedule of values.
• Receiving and qualifying subcontractor proposals; with help supervising the work of project assigned staff, subcontractors and installers.
• Communicating with contractors, subcontractors and owners to discuss scope of project, budgets, performance, and close‑out as well as with other team members concerning problems, obstacles, issues, and information needs.

What you will bring

• Actively enrolled in a bachelor’s or master’s degree throughout the entire duration of the summer internship.
• Preferred degree in Construction Engineering, Building Management, Construction Management, HVAC, Engineering, or equivalent degree.
• Candidates must have completed at least their sophomore or 2nd year before the start of the summer internship to be eligible for internship positions.
• Demonstrated knowledge of construction management processes, means, and methods. Such as: coursework or projects in construction or building systems, involvement in construction-focused groups, or hands‑on exposure through related work or volunteering.
• Have the legal right to work in Canada.

This posting is for multiple opportunities. Some positions may be remote while others may require a hybrid or onsite assignment at one of our facilities across North America.

Possess a valid driver’s license for a minimum of 12 months, ability to provide proof of insurance, and have no major or frequent traffic violations including, but not limited to: DUI in the previous 3 years Hit & Run, License Suspension, Reckless / Careless Driving or multiple smaller infractions or preventable collisions in the previous 3 years.

Travel: Less than 15% in defined geography

Annual Base Salary Range or Hourly Base Pay Range: $23.10 - $33.00 Compensation Type: Hourly Incentive Eligible: No 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.

This posting is for an existing vacancy. The position is imminently available, and qualified candidates will be considered for immediate placement.

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!

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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