Senior Automation Project Manager – Critical Infrastructure

Jobtailor; Deutschland; Hybrid; EUR 120.000 - 170.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Jobtailor seeks a seasoned Project Leader for Critical Infrastructure to drive large, multi-site automation programs in hyperscale data centers. You will coordinate BAS/PLC/SCADA, HVAC, electrical, and IT/OT teams from design through integration and turnover, ensuring on-time delivery.

The role requires leading distributed teams under pressure, with strong client-facing communication and risk management. Travel up to 25% is expected, with advanced certifications preferred.

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field, or equivalent military/industry experience.

Aufgaben

• Plan, execute, and close large-scale, multi-site automation programs.
• Coordinate BAS, PLC/SCADA, HVAC, and IT/OT teams from design through testing and turnover.
• Lead PM on parallel schedules with risk, budget, and P&L ownership.
• Prepare change orders and negotiate contractual adjustments with clients and trade partners.
• Mentor project engineers and PMs; allocate resources across multiple projects.

Kenntnisse

Project Management

BAS/PLC/SCADA

Integrated Testing IST

Budget Management

Client Communication

Risk Management

Ausbildung

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field

Tools

Procore

MS Project

Primavera P6

BIM 360

Rockwell

Schneider

Siemens

Ignition

AVEVA

Niagara 4

BACnet

Modbus

OPC-UA

Fieldbus

Profibus

Jobbeschreibung

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

• 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

Core Competencies

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.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• Project Management
• BAS/PLC/SCADA Implementation
• Integrated Systems Testing (IST)
• Budget Management
• Client-Facing Communication

Hard Skills

• Automation Project Delivery
• Data Center Build Management
• Risk Management
• Change Order Preparation
• Contract Negotiation
• Digital Twins
• BIM 360
• Primavera P6
• Cost Management
• Technical Documentation

Soft Skills

• Leadership
• Negotiation
• Organizational Skills
• Problem Solving
• Effective Communication

Certifications & Qualifications

• PMP
• CCP
• NICET IV
• NFPA70E
• OSHA Training

Industry Keywords

• Critical Infrastructure
• Hyperscale Data Centers
• Uptime Institute Tier III/IV
• NFPA 70E
• IEEE 3004
• Mission Critical Projects
• Industrial Automation
• Fieldbus
• OPC-UA
• Profibus

Tools & Technologies

• Procore
• MS Project
• Rockwell
• Schneider
• Siemens
• Ignition
• AVEVA
• Niagara 4
• BACnet
• Modbus