Contracting Solution Leader

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The Contracting Solutions Leader (CSL) at Trane will play a crucial role in driving Project Management Excellence and Change Management across North America. This position requires a strategic thinker with strong leadership skills, capable of leading through influence rather than direct authority. You will work remotely and collaborate closely with Area Contracting Managers (ACMs) and Regional Leaders to establish and implement the Operations Management Excellence (OMX) Framework within their areas. You will be part of a team of four CSLs, each covering different regions, and will need to deliver a consistent message and approach across all regions. Working with the regions, and areas within the regions you will help stabilize all aspects of the business in a co-leadership environment and work to put the structure to enable the strategies in place.

What you will do:

• Leadership and Influence:

  • Lead through influence to drive Project Management Excellence and Change Management across regions.

  • Collaborate with ACMs to establish and implement the OMX Framework.

  • Develop and maintain strong relationships with ACMs and Regional Leaders to ensure alignment with company goals and objectives.

  • Implementation of new tools (i.e. Procore, WorkSight) and processes as well as development and deployment of Standard Work.

  • Co-Lead with the Regional Contracting Leader (RCL).

  • Uncover and share best practices.

• Project Management Excellence:

  • Work with ACMs to identify opportunities for improvement in project management processes.

  • Implement best practices and continuous improvement initiatives to enhance project management efficiency and effectiveness.

  • Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) related to project management and drive performance improvements.

• Operational Excellence:

  • Oversee the execution of contracting projects to ensure they are completed on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.

  • Ensure consistent application of the OMX Framework across all regions.

  • Foster a culture of operational excellence, continuous improvement, and effective Change Management.

• Collaboration and Communication:

  • Work closely with the Energy Services and Controls businesses to ensure integrated solutions and seamless delivery to clients.

  • Foster a collaborative environment within the contracting teams and across other business units.

  • Communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders to ensure transparency and alignment.

• Teamwork and Consistency:

  • Collaborate with the team of four CSLs to deliver a consistent message and approach across all regions.

  • Share best practices and lessons learned with other CSLs to drive continuous improvement.

  • Participate in regular team meetings and contribute to the development of team strategies and initiatives.

• Coaching and Issue Resolution:

  • Coach ACMs and other team members through issue resolution and development, even when not their direct manager.

  • Address and resolve negative financial results, compliance issues, and other challenges in collaboration with ACMs and Regional Leaders.

  • Provide guidance and support to help team members develop their skills and improve performance.

What you will bring:

• Change Management

• Risk Mitigation

• Talent Development

• Resource Planning

• Leading through influence

• Project management and operational excellence

• Strategic planning and execution

• Customer relationship management

• Collaboration and communication across business units

• Coaching and issue resolution, including addressing negative financial results or compliance issues

• May require up to 50% travel. Candidate must be based in or able to support teams operating in Mountain and Pacific time zones.

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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.

Safety Sensitive Role:

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.