• Manage complex automation and controls projects and contracts from planning through project closure.
• Take ownership of project scope, schedule, budget, financial performance, quality, and overall delivery.
• Serve as the primary client contact and trusted advisor, identifying needs and developing solutions that support long-term operational goals.
• Lead multidisciplinary project teams and coordinate technical resources throughout the project lifecycle.
• Lead preconstruction and kickoff meetings, construction coordination, startup activities, and project closeout.
• Manage contractors, subcontractors, vendors, and project partners.
• Develop, manage, and forecast financial performance across a portfolio of projects.
• Partner with technical staff to develop proposals, project scopes, and integrated client solutions.
• Perform project lifecycle QA/QC reviews to support high-quality project delivery.
• Coordinate with Regional Managers and fellow Project Managers to optimize resources and workloads.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives to strengthen project delivery, efficiency, and client outcomes.
• Promote a culture of collaboration, safety, professional development, and operational excellence.
  
  

What you will need to succeed:

• 8+ years of experience managing construction projects, preferably involving electrical systems, automation, and/or controls.
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering or equivalent applicable experience.
• Strong knowledge of municipal bidding laws and construction document preparation.
• Demonstrated ability to independently manage complex projects, budgets, schedules, and client relationships.
• Experience managing multidisciplinary teams, contractors, subcontractors, and vendors.
• Strong financial management, forecasting, and project performance skills.
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Self-motivated, organized, and results-driven approach to project delivery.
• Knowledge of automation and controls design and implementation is highly desirable.
• PMP certification is a plus.

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Compensation: USD 120,000 – 150,000 per year salary