Automation Sr. Project Manager

EDG Inc; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

EDG Inc is seeking an Automation Sr. Project Manager to oversee offshore automation projects in The Woodlands, TX. You will lead client teams, subcontractors, and suppliers to deliver capital projects, coordinating with operations, maintenance, and vendors while ensuring ICSS design compliance and safety.

Responsibilities include scheduling, cost estimation, and stakeholder communication, with a strong emphasis on safety culture and regulatory standards. Offshore travel is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical, Petroleum, Electrical/Computer, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science, or similar.
• 10+ years of technical experience designing and implementing PLC and DCS control systems.
• 10+ years total experience in the automation industry.
• Current HUET certification or ability to attain it.
• Hands-on knowledge of related engineering systems, calculations, methods and software.
• Desire to learn production processes, systems and new technologies.
• Knowledge of project execution in automation projects.
• Knowledge of industry/regulatory codes and standards.
• Strong oral and written communication.
• Strong organizational skills in engineering activities.

Responsibilities

• Lead multi-discipline teams to deliver engineering and design services for technology and automation projects.
• Develop schedules and plans for project elements.
• Develop forecasts, schedules, cost estimates and financial reports.
• Ensure client satisfaction and safe delivery within budgets and schedules.
• Be a visible safety-focused leader to motivate team performance.
• Maintain documentation throughout the project lifecycle.
• Track, report, and communicate project status to stakeholders.

Skills

PLC & DCS experience

Team leadership

Strong communication

Safety focused

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Job description

EDG Inc

Automation Sr. Project Manager

Job Opening Details

Industry: Technology & Automation

Position: Automation Sr. Project Manager

Req Code: 3051

General Location: The Woodlands

Location: The Woodlands, TX and Houston, TX

Employment Type: FT Regular*

Part-Time Available: No

Eligible for US Work Authorization Sponsorship: No

FLSA Exemption: Exempt (Eligible for Straight-Time Overtime)

Job Summary

Provide overall management of assigned projects across multiple offshore production assets. The Automation Sr. Project Manager combines strong technical expertise with sound project management acumen to lead projects through all phases of execution. This role acts as an integral member of our clients team focusing on the delivery of Capital Projects through the leadership of client technical personnel, subcontractors, and suppliers. The position will coordinate with the facility team (i.e., operations, maintenance, automation), corporate stakeholders, and vendors as required. The candidate should be proficient in deepwater offshore Integrated Control and Safety Systems (ICSS) and their design, engineering, and associated standards/regulations.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Lead multi-discipline teams as required to deliver supporting engineering and design services associated with technology and automation projects;
• Work with other managers or disciplines as applicable to develop schedules and plans for various elements of the project;
• Develop project forecasts, schedules, cost estimates and project related financial reports;
• Responsible for client satisfaction (Operations) and safe delivery of work in accordance with budgets, schedules, and quality requirements;
• Visible leader with relentless focus on safety and culture to motivate team performance;
• Ensure that proper documentation is maintained throughout the project lifecycle;
• Track, report, and communicate project status effectively to the stakeholders;

Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills and Abilities)

• Bachelors degree in Chemical Engineering, Petroleum Engineering, Electrical/Computer Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science, or similar discipline preferred.
• Ten (10) or more years of technical experience designing and implementing control systems (PLC and DCS).
• Ten (10) or more years of total experience in the automation industry.
• Current HUET certification or the willingness and ability to attain certification required.
• Technical hands‑on knowledge of related engineering systems, engineering calculations, application of engineering and construction methods and materials, and engineering application of computer software.
• Desire to learn production processes, systems, and new technologies.
• Knowledge of project execution in automation projects.
• Knowledge of industry / regulatory codes and standards.
• Skill in oral and written communication.
• Strong organizational skills related to engineering activities.

Working Conditions

• Requires travel within Houston area: client offices (The Woodlands, TX), vendors, and EPCs.
• Requires travel to offshore oil and gas platforms/rigs.
• Field duties require outdoor work in an offshore industrial facility type atmosphere.
• Interaction with other team members, as well as supervisors and client personnel.
• Working around production machinery with potentially extreme noise levels.
• Must be able to wear safety equipment as required by the safety department for personal protection.
• May be at more than one job site in a day and must be able to tolerate climate changes.
• May be required to travel out of town on a periodic basis.

Physical Requirements (With or without Reasonable Accommodation)

• Must be able to lift and carry fifty (50) pounds.
• Willingness and ability to navigate offshore oil rigs (e.g. stairs & ladders).
• Willingness and ability to travel without limitation via helicopters and boats, including swing ropes and personnel baskets.
• Willingness and ability to work in extreme weather conditions and hazardous atmospheres with appropriate safety training and equipment provided.
• Sufficient clarity of speech and hearing or other communication capabilities which permit the employee to communicate effectively.
• Ability to sit for prolonged periods of time.
• Sufficient vision or other powers of observation which permits employee to conduct analysis and investigations.
• Sufficient manual dexterity which permits the employee to perform routine office duties.
• Sufficient personal mobility and physical reflexes to perform office duties and travel when necessary to off-site locations.

DrugFree Workplace

EDG Inc. and its subsidiaries are committed to a drug free workplace. Applicants are subject to both pre-employment hair and urine drug screens. Post-hire, employees are subject to random, periodic, post-accident, and reasonable suspicion drug testing which may include both hair and urine drug screens. In addition to the requirements of EDG's drug free workplace program, employees may be required to sign, acknowledge and comply with drug free workplace policies or programs required by clients.

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

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