Senior Automation Project Manager – Critical Infrastructure

SmartTech

Senior Automation Project Manager delivering BAS, EPMS, and controls programs for hyperscale and colocation data centers. Leading multi-site execution, commissioning, budgets, risks, and owner turnover.

Posted 8/25/2026full-timeRemote • New Mexico, Texas • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $120,750 - $144,638 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in leading large-scale automation and integration projects within critical infrastructure, with a strong focus on BAS, PLC, and SCADA systems. Proven ability to manage project budgets, schedules, and teams while ensuring compliance with industry standards and safety requirements.

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Project ManagementBAS/PLC/SCADA ImplementationIntegrated Systems Testing (IST)Budget ManagementClient-Facing Communication

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Hard Skills

Automation Project DeliveryData Center Build ManagementRisk ManagementChange Order PreparationContract NegotiationDigital TwinsBIM 360Primavera P6Cost ManagementTechnical Documentation

Soft Skills

LeadershipNegotiationOrganizational SkillsProblem SolvingEffective Communication

Tools & Technologies

ProcoreMS ProjectRockwellSchneiderSiemensIgnitionAVEVANiagara 4BACnetModbus

Certifications & Qualifications

PMPCCPNICET IVNFPA70EOSHA Training

Industry Keywords

Critical InfrastructureHyperscale Data CentersUptime Institute Tier III/IVNFPA 70EIEEE 3004Mission Critical ProjectsIndustrial AutomationFieldbusOPC-UAProfibus

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

PMP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide strategic leadership in the Critical Infrastructure department
Plan, execute, and close large-scale, multi-site automation and integration programs for hyperscale and colocation data-center campuses
Coordinate BAS, PLC/SCADA, HVAC, electrical, and IT/OT network teams 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
Own program P&L, risk management, and executive-level reporting for high-value projects and programs
Lead project initiation, design-assist, long-lead procurement, RFIs/submittals, factory witness testing, site installation, startup, IST, and turnover on parallel schedules
Manage BAS/controls scope with EPMS, distributed control systems, fire-life-safety, and owner DCIM platforms
Develop optimized build sequences, including workfaces, pods, and skids, to meet speed-to-market targets
Evaluate and review subcontractor proposals and provide contract-award recommendations
Own budgets, cash-flow forecasts, contingency management, and earned-value tracking
Prepare change orders and negotiate contractual adjustments with clients and trade partners
Identify critical-path risks and implement mitigation strategies
Chair weekly Big-Room meetings with owners, general contractors, trade partners, and commissioning authorities
Mentor project engineers and assistant project managers; project and allocate resources across multiple projects
Leverage digital twins, BIM 360/Procore, and AI-driven analytics to enhance schedule certainty and continuous improvement
Contribute to company best-practice standards and libraries for hyperscale delivery
Complete assigned tasks and deliverables on time and on budget
Perform other related duties as assigned

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
≥4 years as lead or senior project manager on ≥50 MW data center builds or comparable industrial megaprojects
Advanced knowledge of large-scale BAS, PLC, and SCADA platform implementation for industrial automation and mission critical projects
Knowledge of Rockwell, Schneider, Siemens, Ignition, AVEVA, and Niagara 4 platforms
Knowledge of BACnet, Modbus, OPC-UA, Fieldbus, and Profibus protocols
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
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 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
Travel up to 25%, including travel to any or all 50 US states
Valid REAL ID or acceptable alternative, such as a passport, required for business air travel effective May 7, 2025
Preferred certifications: PMP, CCP, NICET IV

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