Executive Project Developer

CFO Trane U.S. Inc.-CFO; Davidson (NC); On-site; USD 114,000 - 205,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Family building benefits

401K match

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Trane Technologies is seeking a Virtual Executive Project Developer to lead strategic project development across North America. You will guide regional teams through audits, solution design, financial evaluation, risk management, and contract execution while coordinating with sales, energy engineers, and operations leaders.

Travel across North America is required. The role emphasizes innovation, standard work deployment, and leadership of cross‑disciplinary teams to deliver high‑profile

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Engineering, Construction Management, Energy Management, Facilities Management, Architecture, Business, or related field.
• 8+ years of experience leading development of complex energy, infrastructure, facility modernization, design‑build, performance contracting, or capital improvement projects.
• Experience leading multidisciplinary project development teams through opportunity qualification, audit development, solution development, financial evaluation, and contract execution.
• Strong understanding of building systems, energy conservation measures, facility infrastructure, constructability, and project implementation strategies.
• Experience developing and evaluating business cases, lifecycle cost analyses, financial models, project risks, and customer value propositions.
• Ability to lead and influence diverse teams without direct authority.
• Strong communication, facilitation, presentation, and executive engagement skills.
• Experience coordinating engineers, consultants, contractors, estimators, operations teams, and customer stakeholders throughout project development.

Responsibilities

• Lead Strategic Project Development across North America.
• Oversee high‑profile, complex opportunities from qualification through execution.
• Collaborate with Sales, Energy Engineers, and Operations leaders to strengthen capabilities.
• Provide coaching and project leadership to ensure successful development and execution.
• Facilitate customer objectives, investments, and stakeholder alignment.
• Support executive presentations and strategic planning discussions.
• Promote standard work, tools, and best practices across regions.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Executive engagement

Facilitation

Team influence

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Tools

Financial models

Budget planning

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.

Virtual Executive Project Developers combine deep project development expertise with exceptional leadership and problem‑solving ability. They serve as trusted resources for regional teams, leading challenging opportunities, evaluating complex technical and financial decisions, communicating effectively with executive stakeholders, and driving alignment across multidisciplinary teams. Successful Executive Project Developers understand how customer needs, building systems, financial structures, construction execution, risk management, emerging technologies, and organizational priorities come together to create successful projects. They are comfortable leading workshops, coaching regional developers, reviewing construction strategies, and presenting to executive decision makers. Above all, they elevate everyone around them.

What you will do:

• Lead Strategic Project Development
• Oversee project development for high‑profile, complex and strategic opportunities across North America
• Support regional teams throughout opportunity qualification, audit planning, solution development, project strategy, financial evaluation, risk management, customer engagement, and contract execution
• Support Regional Teams & Capability Growth
• Collaborate with Project Developers, Sales teams, Energy Engineers, and Operations leaders to strengthen project development capabilities
• Provide coaching, mentoring, technical guidance, and project leadership support to ensure successful development and execution of complex opportunities
• Drive Project Strategy & Customer Alignment
• Facilitate definition of customer objectives, prioritization of investments, evaluation of alternatives, and alignment of stakeholders around a common vision
• Support executive presentations, customer workshops, and strategic planning discussions throughout project development
• Advance Project Development Excellence
• Promote deployment and adoption of project development standard work, tools, processes, and best practices across North America
• Encourage knowledge sharing, capture lessons learned, and identify opportunities to enhance consistency, quality, productivity, and customer outcomes
• Champion Innovation & Emerging Technologies
• Evaluate market trends, customer needs, and emerging technologies to identify new solution opportunities
• Partner with internal experts to incorporate advanced technologies, building analytics, geothermal, digital solutions, AI‑enabled tools, electrification strategies, and resilience‑focused solutions into customer projects
• Ensure Technical, Financial & Execution Alignment
• Guide teams in balancing customer objectives, technical feasibility, financial performance, constructability, operational considerations, implementation risk, and long‑term value
• Support quality reviews of audits, financial models, project scopes, contractor strategies, and customer deliverables

What you will bring:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Energy Management, Facilities Management, Architecture, Business, or related discipline; or equivalent combination of education and experience
• 8+ years of experience leading development of complex energy, infrastructure, facility modernization, design‑build, performance contracting, or capital improvement projects
• Demonstrated experience leading multidisciplinary project development teams through opportunity qualification, audit development, solution development, financial evaluation, and contract execution
• Strong understanding of building systems, energy conservation measures, facility infrastructure, constructability, and project implementation strategies
• Experience developing and evaluating business cases, lifecycle cost analyses, financial models, project risks, and customer value propositions
• Ability to lead and influence diverse teams without direct authority
• Strong communication, facilitation, presentation, and executive engagement skills
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with audiences ranging from facility and operational stakeholders to executive leadership
• Experience coordinating engineers, consultants, contractors, estimators, operations teams, and customer stakeholders throughout project development
• Willingness to travel throughout North America to support regional teams and strategic customer opportunities

Preferred Experience:

• Experience leading Investment Grade Audits (IGA), Detailed Audits, Energy Savings Performance Contracting (ESPC), Design‑Build, Large Turnkey, Healthcare, Higher Education, K‑12, Municipal, Federal, Industrial, or Commercial projects
• Deep familiarity with HVAC systems, controls, energy management systems, electrical infrastructure, central utility plants, renewable energy systems, resilience solutions, and intelligent building technologies
• Experience managing project development budgets, schedules, audit teams, consultant engagements, and contractor procurement activities
• Experience deploying standard work, operational improvements, capability‑building programs, or organizational change initiatives across multiple teams or regions

Preferred Certifications:

• Professional Engineer (PE)
• Certified Energy Manager (CEM)
• Project Management Professional (PMP)
• Design‑Build Institute of America (DBIA)
• LEED Accredited Professional (LEED AP)
• Certified Commissioning Professional (CCP)

Annual Base Salary Range or Hourly Base Pay Range:

Annual Base Salary Range or Hourly Base Pay Range: $113,600.00 - $204,609.99

Compensation Type: Salary

Incentive Eligible: Yes

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

• Family building benefits include fertility coverage and adoption/surrogacy assistance.
• 401K match up to 6%, plus an additional 2% core contribution = up to 8% company contribution.
• Paid time off includes 15 vacation days, 9 paid holidays, 3 floating holidays, sick leave, and additional options to support volunteer and parental leave.
• Educational and training opportunities through company programs along with tuition assistance and student debt support.
• Disclaimer: Benefit offerings may vary depending on 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.

Equal Opportunity Statement

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.

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. To request an accommodation, please contact us at: [e-mail]