Data Center Project Lead - Thermal Systems & Commissioning

Trane Technologies; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 105,000 - 147,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401K match

Tuition assistance

Paid time off

Fertility coverage

Job summary

Trane Technologies is seeking a Data Center Project Manager to lead projects from startup through commissioning. You will work with colocation facilities and hyperscale sites, applying expert knowledge in thermal execution and chilled water systems.

The role requires a strong mechanical background, a degree in engineering or equivalent experience, and a track record of managing complex projects in the data center industry.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering or equivalent years of experience.
• At least 10 years of experience as a Project Manager (preferred 5+ in Data Centers).
• Demonstrated expertise in thermal execution, especially chilled water systems.
• Experience in integrated system testing, commissioning, and functional testing is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage data center projects from startup to commissioning, maintaining detailed schedules and milestones.
• Oversee integrated system testing and functional testing of data center sites; provide expertise in thermal execution of data centers.
• Mentor technicians on-site and coordinate with design, construction, and client services.
• Interface with clients to understand needs and ensure project alignment with requirements and quality standards.

Skills

Project Management

Team Leadership

Mechanical Aptitude

Thermal Execution

Problem Solving

Education

Mechanical Engineering

Electrical Engineering

Industry training programs

Tools

Scheduling software

Job description

Trane Technologies is seeking a Data Center Project Manager to lead projects from startup through commissioning. You will work with colocation facilities and hyperscale sites, applying expert knowledge in thermal execution and chilled water systems.

The role requires a strong mechanical background, a degree in engineering or equivalent experience, and a track record of managing complex projects in the data center industry.