Data Center BMS Project Manager

LVI Associates; Columbus (OH); Remote; USD 150,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

LVI Associates is seeking a Senior Automation Project Manager to lead high-impact automation projects for hyperscale data centers. This remote role focuses on managing complex automation programs while collaborating with cross-functional teams in electrical, HVAC, and IT/OT systems. Candidates should possess significant experience in mission-critical automation, ideally with a background in engineering or construction management. The position offers competitive salary, growth potential, and minimal travel requirements.

Qualifications

• 8 years in mission-critical automation or controls.
• 4+ years managing large-scale data center builds.
• Experience with cross-functional teams and lifecycle management.

Responsibilities

• Manage full lifecycle of large-scale automation programs.
• Serve as primary contact for clients and contractors.
• Ensure projects stay on schedule and within budget.

Skills

Project Management

Automation

Electrical Systems

HVAC

IT/OT Systems

Education

Background in Engineering or Construction Management

PMP Certification

Tools

Rockwell

Siemens

Ignition

Niagara 4

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Base pay range

$150,000.00/yr - $180,000.00/yr

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Senior Automation Project Manager - Critical Infrastructure
Location: Remote (Preference for candidates in Columbus, OH or Iowa)
Compensation: Up to $180K base salary
Signing & Retention Bonus: Up to $10K
Travel: Up to 10%

We're hiring a Senior Automation Project Manager to lead high-impact automation projects for hyperscale data centers across the U.S. This is a remote role, with preference for candidates based in Columbus, OH or Iowa.

In this position, you'll manage the full lifecycle of large-scale automation programs-from design and procurement through installation, commissioning, and turnover. You'll work with cross-functional teams across BAS, PLC/SCADA, HVAC, electrical, and IT/OT systems to deliver complex projects ranging from 50MW to 200MW+.

You'll serve as the primary point of contact for clients, contractors, OEMs, and commissioning agents, ensuring projects stay on schedule and within budget while meeting the highest standards of quality and safety. Familiarity with platforms like Rockwell, Siemens, Ignition, or Niagara 4 is highly valued.

We're looking for someone with at least 8 years of experience in mission-critical automation or controls, including 4+ years managing large-scale data center builds. A background in engineering, construction management, or a related field is required. PMP or similar certifications are a plus.

This role offers the opportunity to work on some of the most advanced infrastructure projects in the industry, with strong compensation, growth potential, and minimal travel-no more than 10%.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Design, Engineering, and Project Management

• Industries

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