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November 6, 2026

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<h1>Energy Services Senior Project Developer</h1>Location: Chesapeake, VirginiaRemote Type: Monday to Thursday, work onsite with your colleagues. Fridays, choose your work location, balancing what your work requires.Time Type: Full time<h3>Job Description</h3>Be a part of our mission! As a world leader in creating comfortable, sustainable, and efficient climate solutions for buildings, homes and transportation, its our responsibility to put the planet first. For us at <a>Trane Technologies</a>, and through our businesses including <a>Trane®</a> and <a>Thermo King</a>, sustainability is not just how we do business—it is our business. Do you dare to look at the worlds 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 whats possible for a sustainable world.Learn about our <a>benefits</a> designed for you to Thrive at work and at home. We boldly go.Where is the work:Monday to Thursday, work onsite with your colleagues. Fridays, choose your work location, balancing what your work requires. Trane Technologies has an exciting opportunity for a Sr. Project Developer in Chesapeake, VA. As a Sr. Project Developer, you will be supporting one of the most challenging and fastest growing career fields, Trane Technologies Energy Services. This role includes working with internal teams and customers to identify and develop turnkey design-build solutions and energy savings contracting projects, including scope of work development, cost estimating, working with Energy Engineers to quantify energy savings, and proposal support as part of an industry leading Energy Services Company (ESCO). A career with an ESCO demands not only a knowledge of building systems and the energy engineering field, but also requires strong interpersonal, teamwork and communication skills coupled with the will, determination, work ethic and a desire to succeed. The Sr. Project Developer is responsible for Acquisition Support of both Design-Build Turnkey and Energy Performance Contracting project work. This position requires mastery of acquisition, technical aptitude and project management skills. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES<ul><li> Develop HVAC systems and solutions using a combination of Trane equipment and controls and other leading HVAC equipment and systems that include project scoping, concept development, engineering analysis, and system validation.</li><li> Supports Account Managers in developing and establishing project installation budgets, and preparing the sub-contractor request for quotation’s (RFQ) including: scope statements; plans and milestone dates; specs; permitting and bonding requirements.</li><li>Provide key technical support in pursuit of Trane business, including participation on strategic job acquisition teams.</li><li>Manage the design including conceptual site plans and preliminary engineering documents through construction documents.</li><li>Continually validate the effectiveness of the Design-Build Turnkey and ESPC processes and identify and develop improvements.</li><li>Responsible for secured customers from Project Development through project transition.</li><li>Assist and support all efforts of acquisition and customer satisfaction.</li><li>Some travel required, other duties as assigned</li></ul>QUALIFICATIONS<ul><li> Four-year degree in Engineering, Technical field or Business Required.</li><li> Working knowledge of cost and savings studies incorporating energy conversation measures (ECM).</li><li>Working knowledge of energy rebate programs, utility tariffs and utility bill analysis.</li><li>Ability to audit existing mechanical and building systems and recommend solutions to improve.</li><li>Understanding of construction methods/practices and ability to communicate with and direct subcontractors in an effort to obtain critical proposal information.</li><li>Project Management and Performance Contracting/ESCO experience required.</li><li>Must have a general knowledge of basic engineering, electricity, mechanical HVAC systems and the building construction industry.</li><li>Ability to develop and write HVAC system level sequence of operations and other system level control requirements a benefit.</li><li>Proficiency in Visio, AutoCAD and/or other design software; knowledge of computerized energy simulation tools a plus</li><li>Ability to work regularly and dependably as well as function in a team environment.</li><li>Flexibility to work outside normal work hours/weekends, as required, including some travel with occasional overnight stays.</li><li>Must possess a valid driver’s license for a minimum of 12 months, with no major or frequent traffic violations including, but not limited to:<ul><li>DUI, Hit & Run, License Suspension, Reckless / Carless Driving, or multiple smaller infractions or preventable collisions in the previous 3 years.</li></ul></li></ul>#ES25Annual Base Salary Range or Hourly Base Pay Range:$75,700.00 - $135,834.99Compensation Type:SalaryIncentive Eligible:YesSales Commission Eligible:NoDisclaimer: 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: <ul><li>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!</li><li>Family building benefits include fertility coverage and adoption/surrogacy assistance.</li><li>401K match up to 6%, plus an additional 2% core contribution = up to 8% company contribution.</li><li>Paid time off includes 15 vacation days, 9 paid holidays, 3 floating holidays, sick leave, and additional options to support volunteer and parental leave.</li><li>Educational and training opportunities through company programs along with tuition assistance and student debt support.</li></ul> Disclaimer: Benefit offerings may vary depending on Collective Bargaining Agreements and local/state regulations. Safety Sensitive Role:YesThe 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.

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