Automation and Controls Project Manager

CDM Smith; Miami (FL); Hybrid; USD 119,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking an Automation and Controls Project Manager in Miami, FL. The successful candidate will oversee automation design and programming projects, ensuring on-time delivery and client satisfaction. Candidates must have a Bachelor's degree and 10 years of experience, with PMP certification required within 12 months. This role offers hybrid work options and a competitive salary range of $119,829 to $209,726.

Qualifications

• 10 years of related experience in project management.
• PMP (PMI), CCM or DBIA certification required within 12 months.
• Experience in Automation and Controls preferred.

Responsibilities

• Creates project definitions, schedules, budgets and objectives.
• Manages project costs and ensures profitability.
• Performs ongoing review of project status.

Skills

Project management

Automation design

Client relationship management

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

Overview

CDM Smith has an exciting new opportunity for an Automation and Controls Project Manager within our Automation Group. This role provides project management for automation design, programming, and construction projects. Projects may be multi-discipline and geographically dispersed across CDM Smith’s Automation Community of Practice.

The candidate should have an understanding of the Automation field and how projects such as SCADA, controls, cyber security, instrumentation, and related systems are executed, including P&IDs, control descriptions, I&C specifications, and related deliverables.

Responsibilities

• Creates project definitions, schedules, budgets and objectives for projects using lessons learned. Prepares detailed statements of work with associated work breakdown structures and gains concurrence and approval from internal and external stakeholders.
• Manages project costs and ensures profitability. Identifies, quantifies, and communicates residual risk (time and cost). Responsible for creating and reviewing client invoices with internal support from contract administrators.
• Performs ongoing review of project status. Monitors project risks, identifies possible risks and recommends and implements risk mitigation solutions; escalates as appropriate. Manages project change using change management protocols.
• Develops and implements project resource plan and manages staffing of assigned projects. Coordinates proper staffing, including outside resources (subs/vendors) and procurement processing.
• Builds and maintains strong client relationships. Ensures client satisfaction by delivering quality, on-time project outcomes and by managing expectations. Identifies opportunities for change.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree.
• 10 years of related experience. PMP (PMI), CCM or DBIA certification is required (within 12 months of hire or promotion onto the Approved Project Manager list).
• Equivalent additional directly related experience will be considered in lieu of a degree.
• Domestic and/or international travel may be required. Travel frequency depends on duties and project demands.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in Automation and Controls

Additional Details

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Job Site Location: United States - Nationwide

Travel: 20%

Visa Sponsorship Available: No

Pay Range: Minimum $119,829 — Maximum $209,726

Work Location Options: Hybrid options may be considered for the successful candidate.

Driver's License: An appropriate and valid driver's license is required.

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