Automation Project Manager

General Job Duties:

• Responsible for managing the execution of projects in line with project scope.
• Serve as primary point of contact for clients - manage customer scope expectations
• Management and preparation of project schedules, budgets and change orders
• Allocating available resources to properly complete project work efficiently and effectively Forecasting project financial and resource needs
• Enter and review data in the project management system including budget reviews, cost review, timecards, expenses, etc.
• Work collaboratively with project technical leads to identify work/task breakdown structure to achieve successful project execution

Knowledge, skills and experience needed:

• Bachelor's degree required, engineering or related field is strongly preferred
• Minimum 5+ years of experience in project management
• Experience managing automation/control system projects
• Strong knowledge with estimating systems and MS Project/GANTT charts
• Experience with industrial automation projects and MES
• Experience with SCADA, Instrumentation, Controls, HMI and PLC projects
• Project management skills (PMI training, PMP Certification)
• Excellent customer service attitude, attention to detail, high level of organizational skills, and excellent communication skills (both written and verbal)