Advanced Technology & Research Contracts Manager

At Trane Technologies^TM  and through our businesses including Trane^® and Thermo King^®, we create innovative climate solutions for buildings, homes, and transportation that challenge what’s possible for a sustainable world. We're a team that dares to look at the world's challenges and see impactful possibilities. We believe in a better future when we uplift others and enable our people to thrive at work and at home. We boldly go.

What’s in it for you:

Be a part of our mission! As a world leader in creating comfortable, sustainable, and efficient environments, it’s our responsibility to put the planet first. For us at Trane Technologies, 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. 

The Advanced Technology & Research Contracts Manager is a key member of the Technology Strategy and Partnerships (TSP) Team, responsible for research & development proposal submissions, contract and rate negotiations. This role also ensures that processes are in place, followed, and continuously improved to align with the company's strategic goals and compliance requirements.

Thrive at work and at home: 

• Benefits kick in on DAY ONE for you and your family, including health insurance, parental leave, fertility benefits and adoption assistance. 
• Significant opportunities for you in our wellness program such as fitness reimbursement, HSA contributions and back-up care for aging parents and children. 
• 6% 401K match, additional 2% core contribution = 8% overall match
• Vacation, plus site paid holidays and volunteer days.
• Educational and training opportunities through company programs along with tuition advancement, tuition reimbursement and tuition assistance programs.
• Learn more about our benefits here!

Where is the work:

This position has been designated as a Hybrid work schedule with work performed onsite 3 days each week.

What you will do:

• Coordinate and guide the preparation and submission of proposals, including statements of work, deliverables, budgets, and required forms ensuring accuracy and consistency across all documents.
• Manage contract negotiations to secure favorable terms and conditions.
• Lead cost-rate negotiations with Cognizant Agency.
• Develop, maintain, and continuously improve robust processes for proposal submission and contract negotiation.
• Ensure compliance with internal policies and external regulations, including U.S. Government requirements.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for internal stakeholders and external partners regarding NDAs, proposal submissions, and contract negotiations.
• Assist in the development of negotiation strategies, identifying contract risks, and offering risk management strategies.
• Maintain current knowledge of Federal and State regulations and company policies.
• Communicate proposal objectives, status, and contract terms clearly to technical teams, senior leadership approval, and across business units.
• Coordinate with the Legal team on intellectual property and other key issues.
• Mentor and train internal stakeholders on contract negotiation process compliance.
• Building Trusting Relationships
• Financial Acumen
• Negotiations
• Process Excellence
• Project Management

What you will bring:

• U.S. citizen or have the legal right to work in the U.S. without requiring sponsorship now or in the future
• Bachelor’s degree in business, legal studies, or contract management. Master’s Degree is preferred.
• 5+ years of experience in contract negotiation especially for U.S. Government-funded R&D contracts and cooperative agreements. Along with knowledge of corporate business practices, U.S. commercial contracting regulations, subcontracting practices, and accounting and finance principles.
• Proficient in Project Management fundamentals and leading project teams across geographic and functional areas. proficiency with Microsoft Suite. Ability to identify and resolve contractual risks.
• Understanding of allowable expenses, required justifications, and cost share for proposal and contract budgets. Ability to influence without authority and collaborate across functions and levels.
• Experience with protecting Intellectual Property through Non-Disclosure Agreements and Contracts processes. Ability to develop and implement new and improved processes and metrics.
• Experience managing contracts, sub-contracts, and contractual flowdowns including:
• Contract Types: T&M, Cost Plus, FFP, CRADA, NDA, and multiparty NDA.
• Federal Standards & Regulations: 2CFR200, FAR, DEAR, supplements.
• Compliance: GAO and OMB standards.
• Export control & intellectual property restricted data.
• NCMA/NGMA certification (CGMS, CFCM, CPCM) is a plus.

Compensation: 

Base Salary: $72,000 - $125,000

Disclaimer: This "range" could be a result of seniority, merit, geographic location where the work is performed, education, experience, travel requirements for the job, or because of a system the employer uses to measure earnings by quantity or quality of production (so, for example, positions that may not have traditional salary ranges).

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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