Manager-AI Controls Operation

BBC Brainbox AI Inc; Montreal (administrative region); Hybrid; CAD 101,000 - 212,000; Full time

Job summary

Trane Technologies in Canada is seeking a Manager of AI Control and Controls Operation to lead the AI Control Integration and AI Control Engineering groups, ensuring scalable, high‑quality BrainBox AI deployments.

You will translate strategy into executable plans, monitor KPIs, coordinate with Operations, Development and Sales, and drive collaboration, capacity planning, and continuous improvement across deployment cycles.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, building, electrical engineering or a related technical field.
• 5+ years of experience in building automation, controls, HVAC systems, or technical deployment environments.
• 2+ years of experience leading technical teams (integration, controls, commissioning, or similar).
• Strong knowledge of HVAC systems, BMS architectures, and building controls frameworks.
• Experience with building data integration, mapping/tagging standards (e.g., Haystack, Brick).
• Proven ability to manage project delivery workflows and drive process improvements.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily execution of integration, deployment, and project activities to stay on track and within scope.
• Translate strategic direction into executable plans and priorities for delivery teams.
• Serve as primary escalation point for operational or project-level issues and coordinate resolutions.
• Maintain alignment with stakeholders to ensure smooth handoffs and coordinated delivery.
• Monitor deployment performance using KPIs and dashboards; provide status updates to leadership.
• Ensure delivery workflows, tools, and practices are followed; drive efficiency and quality.
• Support capacity planning, training coordination, and readiness for upcoming deployments.
• Develop and communicate team-level insights, risks, and performance summaries.

Skills

HVAC systems

BMS architectures

building automation

team leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, building, electrical engineering

Tools

Git-based workflows

automation

data pipelines

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: Our BrainBox AI Workplace Presence model dedicates specific in-office days each month to focus on relationships, learning and innovation.

What\’s in it for you: The Manager of AI Control and Controls Operation leads two subgroups: The AI Control Integration group and the AI Control Engineering group. Each group have their complementary and overlapping knowledge, and smooth operation between the two groups is paramount to the company\'s success. This role ensures scalable, high‑quality delivery of BrainBox AI solutions by managing multidisciplinary integration and controls engineering teams, strengthening processes, and driving operational excellence across the deployment lifecycle. You will be part of a fast-operating group that is driven by excellence and thrives in collaborative and cutting-edge work.

What you will do:

• Manage the daily execution of integration, deployment, and project activities to ensure work stays on track, within scope, and aligned with stakeholder requirements.
• Translate strategic direction from leadership into executable plans, schedules, and priorities for the delivery teams.
• Serve as the primary escalation point for operational or project-level issues and coordinate timely resolutions with cross-functional teams.
• Maintain ongoing alignment with Post-Deployment, Operations, Development, Sales, and other partners to ensure smooth handoffs, clear communication, and well-coordinated integration and deployment delivery.
• Monitor project and deployment performance using KPIs, dashboards, and timelines, and provide regular status updates to the Director and SMT.
• Ensure delivery workflows, tools, and team practices are followed consistently and collaborate on improvements to increase efficiency and quality.
• Support team capacity planning, skill development, training coordination, and readiness for upcoming deployment cycles.
• Implement standardized deployment practices to ensure predictable, repeatable delivery outcomes.
• Prepare and communicate team-level insights, risks, and performance summaries to leadership through structured reporting.
• Foster collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement within the delivery teams and across operational functions.
• Work closely with the Director to forecast capacity, identify bottlenecks, and maintain deployment readiness across active and upcoming projects.
• Work closely with the Development team to support new integration and deployment strategies Identify, structure and develop AI-driven tool, processes and automation solutions to streamline and improve processes, workload management, and drive operational efficiency.

What you will bring:

• Bachelor\’s degree in mechanical, building, electrical engineering, or a related technical field.
• 5+ years of experience in building automation, controls, HVAC systems, or technical deployment environments.
• 2+ years of experience leading technical teams (integration, controls, commissioning, or similar), including mentorship of team leads or senior specialists.
• Strong knowledge of HVAC systems, BMS architectures, and building controls frameworks.
• Experience with building data integration, mapping/tagging standards (e.g., Haystack, Brick), or similar methodologies.
• Proven ability to manage project delivery workflows, coordinate across cross-functional teams, and ensure quality and timeline adherence.
• Demonstrated experience improving processes, optimizing delivery operations, or standardizing procedures across teams.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, including customer-facing experience.
• Ability to interpret and act on KPIs, delivery metrics, timelines, and operational dashboards.
• Familiarity with commissioning practices, controls troubleshooting, and deployment readiness.
• Experience with Git-based workflows, automation, or data pipelines is an asset.

Language Requirements French-English bilingualism is required. In addition to fluency in French, successful candidates must have full professional proficiency in English in order to support and collaborate with English-speaking clients, colleagues and/or various stakeholders. As detailed in the job description, this position requires regular oral and written communication with other Trane teams located across Canada and occasionally the United States, with English speaking customers across Canada, and with English speaking vendors or suppliers across Canada and occasionally the United States. Based on an assessment of the duties of this position, we have determined that the position requires daily oral and written use of English, in addition to French.

Annual Base Salary Range or Hourly Base Pay Range:

$101,100.00 - $211,600.00

Compensation Type:

Salary

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.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

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.

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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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