Controls Project Specialist

CFO Trane U.S. Inc.-CFO; Ballardvale (MA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 84,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

401K match

Job summary

Trane Technologies is seeking a Controls Project Specialist to oversee project setup and execution at client sites, coordinating with project managers and field staff to ensure timely delivery and accuracy of documentation.

You will manage schedules, cost-to-date validation, invoicing, and closeout activities, while collaborating with customers and internal stakeholders to meet project goals and maintain compliance.

Qualifications

• One-year certificate from college or technical school, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Strong communication skills and proactive approach; able to work independently and in a team.
• Experience with financial systems and basic accounting.

Responsibilities

• Plan and review assigned projects, establish schedules and parameters to accomplish system goals.
• Communicate with customers, owners, contractors, and field support staff.
• Read construction schedules and participate in internal project meetings.
• Validate cost to date and reconcile project data in the business system.
• Manage invoicing process and coordinate with Shared Financial Services.
• Review billing backlog and coordinate with Project Managers and HVAC technicians to resolve obstacles.
• Share project concerns with Project Manager and legal staff.

Skills

Communication

Proactivity

Independent work

Prioritization

Teamwork

Lean improvements

Education

Technical certificate

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:

Field-based: Work is conducted on-site at customer locations.

What's in it for you:

As a Controls Project Specialist, under limited supervision, you are responsible for project set up and seeing them through to full completion with direct responsibility for project execution, to accomplish specific goals in a given time frame and with limited resources. This includes project documentation, materials, job costing, status monitoring, invoicing, and administrative closeout of each project. This position is required to closely interact with customers, Project Managers, and other assigned project staff to ensure the timely completion of each project.

What you will do:

• Under limited supervision, plans and reviews assigned projects, establishes schedules and project parameters and sets procedures to accomplish system goals.
• Connect and communicates with customers and their representatives, including building owners, mechanical contractors, other trades, subcontractors, and field support staff.
• Read and comprehend construction schedules.
• Schedule and participate in internal project team meetings to ensure accurate transfer of information.
• Validate cost to date and reconciles project data in business system.
• Manage invoicing process and coordinate format, layout, attachments, and mailing with Shared Financial Services.
• Review billing backlog and coordinate/communicate with Project Managers, HVAC Field Technicians, customers, and Trane claims as necessary to resolve obstacles.
• Share project concerns with Project Manager and legal staff.

What you will bring:

• One-year certificate from college or technical school; or three (3) plus years of related experience and/ or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Participate in and contribute to lean improvements activities.
• Must have strong communication skills, proactive approach with willingness to work independently as well as part of a team.
• Proven experience prioritizing tasks in order to meet tight deadlines within a high-paced environment.
• Previous experience with financial systems and basic accounting.
• Construction law and regulation knowledge is preferred.
• Familiarity with the operation of HVAC Systems preferred not required.
• Flexibility to work overtime/ weekends, as required.
• Regular travel to construction sites within the territory.
• Must possess a valid driver's license for a minimum of 12 months, with no major or frequent traffic violations included, but not limited to: DUI, Hit & Run, License Suspension, Reckless/Careless Driving or multiple smaller infractions or preventable collisions in the previous 3 years.

Annual Base Salary Range or Hourly Base Pay Range: $39.87 - $61.69 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.

Benefits:

• 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.
• Paid time off includes up to 15 vacation days, paid holidays, sick leave, and additional options to support volunteer and parental leave.
• 401K match up, educational and training opportunities through company programs along with tuition assistance and student debt support.
• Disclaimer: Benefit offerings may vary by site as well as 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 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.

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.