Automation Project Manager
Leads end-to-end delivery of the automation scope for large-scale data center projects — managing engineers, schedules, budgets, and client relationships across PLC/SCADA, SIS, IT/OT, and instrumentation & controls systems. Requires US citizenship, a relevant engineering degree, and 5+ years on large capital projects with willingness to travel ~25-50%.
- Compensation
- Not disclosed
- Location
- Atlanta, Georgia, United States; Charlotte, North Carolina, United States
- Work setup
- Hybrid
- Seniority
- Not specified
- Employment
- Contract
- Experience
- 3+ years
- Category
- Project management
- Posted
Skills
Must have
- US Citizenship required
- Experience with various automation platforms (PLC, SCADA, building automation, etc.)
- Excellent leadership and team management skills
- Ability to work effectively under pressure and manage multiple scopes simultaneously
- Ability to communicate effectively with team members and clients, orally and in writing
- Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality
- Willingness to travel to NC, SC, VA, GA, and/or TX — approximately 25% during design/development and 50% during commissioning
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Automation, or a related field
- Minimum 5 years of experience in large-scale capital projects, with at least 3 years in a leadership role
Nice to have
- Project management certification (e.g., PMP)
- Knowledge of applicable industry standards such as ISA and IEC
- Experience working in building automation or data center industry
Full description
As a 100% Employee-Owned company, Robert E. Mason & Associates, Inc. believes our Associates are the foundation of both our customers’ and our success. Our strong company culture, and belief in continued investment in our Associates, has helped us realize long Associate tenures, as well as long lasting relationships with our customers.
R.E. Mason provides industry-leading process equipment and service for process control, automation, safety, and reliability. The industries served include Chemical, Pharmaceutical & Life Sciences, Power & Utilities, Food & Beverage, and Pulp & Paper.
What R.E. Mason Offers Associates:
R.E. Mason is a 100% employee-owned company that offers a comprehensive, industry leading benefits package to all eligible Associates:
- Participation in the Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP)
- Retirement plan, including a Safe Harbor contribution
- Medical / Dental / Vision Insurance
- Employer paid Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability Insurance
- Generous paid leave options that include vacation time, sick leave, personal leave time, R.E. Mason Way Half Day, paid Jury Duty, and paid Bereavement Leave
- Paid Parental Leave
- Paid company holidays
- Career Development Program
- Retirement and Financial Wellness program
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Alternative/Hybrid Work Schedules
General Description
We are seeking a highly skilled consultant to join our team as a Project Delivery Manager. The Project Delivery Manager is the single resource accountable for the developing the scope & driving the overall execution of the entire automation scope for large scale data centers. The delivery manager will oversee the design and implementation of all facets of the digital / automation scope for the project. This role may be engaged as early as the conceptual design phase of projects and will remain engaged throughout project execution. Scope areas will include building management systems (PLC & SCADA), SIS systems, IT & OT technologies and systems, and Instrumentation and Controls (I&C). The Project Delivery Manager will be supported by multiple technical leads associated with each of the various scope areas within automation.
Specific Responsibilities
- Lead and manage a team of automation and hardware engineers, providing guidance, support, and mentorship.
- Oversee the planning, execution, and completion of aspects of the automation scope of projects, ensuring they are delivered on time and within budget.
- Support the development of project schedules with the correct milestones and definition of key predecessors and successors across all disciplines