Area Controls Manager - Heart of Texas

The Area Controls Manager at Trane Technologies will lead the Controls/Building Automation team in San Antonio, Texas. This role requires a Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or Business, along with over 10 years of experience in building automation and at least 5 years in a supervisory capacity. The position offers a competitive salary range of $90,900 to $164,675, and the candidate will be responsible for driving project profitability, ensuring customer satisfaction, and managing team performance. Join us in creating sustainable climate solutions! As the Area Controls Manager, you will lead the Controls/Building Automation team, ensuring project delivery and profitability. You will manage personnel, monitor performance, and collaborate with various departments to achieve business objectives. A Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or Business is required, along with significant experience in building automation and supervisory roles.

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.

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Where is the work:

Monday to Thursday, work onsite with your colleagues. Fridays, choose your work location, balancing what your work requires.

Trane has an exciting opportunity to join and lead our Controls team in San Antonio, Texas, as an Area Controls Manager leading our Heart of Texas Controls business! As the Area Controls Manager, you will be responsible for leading the Controls/Building Automation having direct responsibility for execution and targeted profitability while leading the fulfillment team to accomplish specific objectives in our Austin, San Antonio, Coastal Bend offices. This position is responsible for interviewing and training employees; planning, assigning and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints, coaching and mentoring employees; and resolving problems.

What you will do:

• Driving revenue & profitability and achieving specific Annual Operating Plan priorities.

• Monitors performance and progress of the Area’s project portfolio to ensure timely and successful project delivery.

• Manages associate performance by monitoring effectiveness and efficiency in relation to specific objectives and operating plan goals.

• Supports the Regional Controls Operations Leader in delivering business results and sharing department vision.

• Strong collaboration with other Business Streams & functional leaders for greater inter-departmental collaboration and cohesiveness.

• Directly supervise assigned Controls fulfillment personnel.

• Identifies project needs, assigns personnel and develops detailed project plans.

• Functions as the primary interface between the customer, vendors, sub-contractors, and internal expertise within the sales organization and fulfillment organization.

• Maintains customer satisfaction by investigating concerns, implementing corrective action, and communicating with customers and assigned staff.

• Maintains high employee engagement through training, career development, a dynamic culture and retaining top talent.

• Reviews and validates contracts and estimates by performing risk analysis and developing risk plans.

• Confirms Trane's ability to meet the performance and financial requirements by obtaining and analyzing customer data, project data, and implementation issues prior to accepting the project.

• Leads as a local operations safety professional to establish & maintain a work culture that makes safety priority #1.

• Flexibility to work outside normal work hours, as required.

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What you will bring:

• Bachelor's Degree in Construction Management, Engineering or Business with at least 10+ years’ work experience in building automation/controls, and a minimum of 5 years in supervisory capacity.

• Advanced business and financial acumen.

• Working knowledge of industrial and commercial HVAC systems and building automation systems.

• Must have exceptional proficiency using Microsoft Office products.

• Organizational expertise, strong verbal and written communication skills.

• Experienced and knowledgeable in construction processes associated with the installation & implementation of building automation systems and mechanical/HVAC projects.

Annual Base Salary Range or Hourly Base Pay Range:

$90,900.00 - $164,675.00

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.

Thrive at work and at home:

• 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.
• 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. 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.

• 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 fir Responsibilities
• The candidate will be responsible for leading the Controls/Building Automation team.
• The role requires monitoring performance and progress of the project portfolio.
• The candidate will manage associate performance and ensure alignment with operating plan goals.
• The position involves collaborating with other business streams and functional leaders.
• The candidate will supervise assigned Controls fulfillment personnel.
• The role requires identifying project needs and developing detailed project plans.
• The candidate will maintain customer satisfaction by addressing concerns and implementing corrective actions.
• The position involves reviewing contracts and performing risk analysis. Skills
• Building Automation
• HVAC Systems
• Microsoft Office
• Project Management
• Financial Acumen
• Team Leadership
• Customer Satisfaction
• Performance Monitoring
• Risk Analysis
• Employee Engagement
• Collaboration
• Training and Development Education
• A Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or Business is required.