Senior Automation Project Manager – Critical Infrastructure

Smart Tech Contracting, LLC

Senior Automation Project Manager leading large-scale automation projects in critical infrastructure for Smart Tech Contracting, managing multi-site integration programs and project execution.

Posted 4/30/2026full-timeRemote • New Mexico, Texas • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $120,750 - $144,637 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide strategic leadership in Critical Infrastructure department to plan, execute, and close large‑scale automation and integration programs.
Manage fast‑paced projects ranging from 20 MW to 200 MW+, coordinating cross‑functional teams (BAS, PLC/SCADA, HVAC, electrical, and IT/OT networks) from design through integrated systems testing and owner turnover.
Act as the primary interface between contractors, equipment OEMs, commissioning agents, and hyperscale owner teams.
Drive aggressive schedules using phase overlap, prefabrication, and modular deployment strategies while upholding safety, quality, and reliability targets.
Own program P&L, risk management, and executive‑level reporting for high value projects and programs.
Communicate and operate in line with organizational goals and values, as well as departmental objectives.
Self-direct on day-to-day work and receive high level instruction on new projects, tasks or assignments.
Execute and lead teams and projects, tasks or assignments of complex scope.
May coordinate activities of other personnel.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field OR equivalent military/industry experience.
8+ years delivering mission critical automation or controls projects, with ≥4 years as lead or senior project manager on ≥50 MW data center builds or comparable industrial megaprojects.
Knowledge of large-scale BAS, PLC, and SCADA platform implementation for industrial automation and mission critical projects
Knowledge of large-scale BAS, PLC, and SCADA implementation with platforms including (Rockwell, Schneider, Siemens, Ignition, AVEVA, Niagara 4) and protocols including (BACnet, Modbus, OPC-UA, Fieldbus, Profibus).
Familiarity with Uptime Institute Tier III/IV, NFPA 70E, IEEE 3004, and hyperscale owner design guides.
Experience with level 4/5 Integrated Systems Testing (IST), MOP/SOP/EOP development, and turnover documentation (GxP or mission-critical equivalent).
Proficiency in Primavera P6 or MS Project, Procore, BIM 360, and cost-management platforms.
Demonstrated ability to lead distributed teams in high-pressure, schedule-compressed environments.
Exceptional client-facing communication, negotiation, and presentation capabilities.
Ability to leverage AI and emerging technologies to streamline workflows, optimize operational processes, and contribute to company-wide innovation.
Ability to work successfully in a remote environment through effective communication and organizational skills, self-motivation, proactiveness and resourcefulness in a distraction free workspace.
Ability to identify and analyze complex problems, evaluate alternatives and implement effective solutions.
Ability to follow company and site safety requirements.
Ability to analyze and prepare documents, reports and correspondence.
Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written form (technical and non-technical information).
Ability to achieve certification for NFPA70E and / or OSHA training as / if required.
Organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Choice of comprehensive medical plans (including two PPO-style plans and a HDHP w/ HSA option)
Dental and vision plans
Comprehensive medical, dental and vision benefits extended to spouse / domestic partner and dependent children up to age 26
401k with company match and self-directed brokerage account option
PTO including additional paid time off during the last week of the year
Company paid life insurance coverage for employees and their eligible dependents
Short and long-term disability, AD&D coverage
Professional development opportunities, tuition reimbursement and professional licensing assistance
Paid parental leave after one year of employment

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Hard Skills & Tools

automationcontrols projectsBAS implementationPLC implementationSCADA implementationIntegrated Systems TestingMOP developmentSOP developmentEOP developmentcost-management

Soft Skills

leadershipcommunicationnegotiationpresentationproblem-solvingorganizational skillsself-motivationproactivenessresourcefulnessteam coordination

Certifications

Bachelor's degree in EngineeringBachelor's degree in Construction ManagementNFPA 70E certificationOSHA training