Industrial Automation Project Lead

E Tech Group; Shippingport (PA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k + match

Medical, Dental, Vision

Paid time off

Training & development

Job summary

E Tech Group, based in Shippingport, PA, seeks a Project Manager to lead large programs in the industrial automation sector. You will direct design, procurement, implementation, and commissioning across multi‑million dollar projects, coordinating with clients, engineering, and operations to ensure technical and financial success.

Responsibilities include proposal development, client communication, schedule planning, scope control, cost management, and team leadership.

Qualifications

• BS Engineering degree or equivalent education/experience background.
• At least 3 years dedicated project management experience or 5+ years in a project engineering environment.
• Proficient in project management principles, methods, and tools.
• Ability to implement Project Management Institute (PMI) based standards into the E TECH GROUP culture, and serve as a mentor to other associates.
• Proven project leadership on difficult projects, applications, solutions, and situations.
• Proven performance in a stressful environment.
• Excellent oral and written communication and presentation skills.
• The ability to utilize technology to lead geographically dispersed project teams.
• Experience managing contracts and/or subcontractors.
• Experienced in the use of project management software such as MS Project.
• Familiarity with industrial controls projects.
• Experience with project budget / fiscal accountability.
• A DNA comprised of collaboration and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Lead Proposal Development Participate in proposal scope, schedule, and cost estimates, as well as Project Management methodology and project pricing and structure. Prepare for a successful handoff from Business Development.
• Manage Client Communication Ensure effective communication between the client, the project team, Business Development, and the management team at all phases of the project. Be effective at resolving scope, schedule and cost issues as they arise.
• Project Schedule and Plan Develop the project labor resource plan and procurement plan to meet the clients schedule objective and project cash flow requirements.
• Drive Scope Maintain firm control of scope and compliance with specifications and contract requirements. Ensure that scope is well defined and communicated, and proactively obtain any required Change Orders, develop additional scope opportunities which may serve the clients objective.
• Maintain Cost Develop and maintain project cost budgets and reports; manage estimated cost at completion, earned value, and contingency. Forecast monthly project costs avoiding cost overruns.
• Lead the Project Team Lead the project team in achieving the project tasks and milestones on schedule and under budget. Work closely with the Operations group to ensure that the right resources are assigned to the project at the optimal time. Communicate project progress to the team and to the client and be an effective advocate for the project team. Identify project risks in advance and mobilize the necessary resources to mitigate risks.
• Present regular project activity and financial updates on projects to large audiences of customers and/or internal associates/management/Executives.
• Become proficient in the extensive use of the E TECH GROUP PMO Methods, Tools and Process specific to project management standards.
• Participate in the implementation of new project management tools that will be utilized across the enterprise.
• Develop a strong level of understanding of E TECH GROUPs Project Management Life (PMLC) Cycle Stages.
• Be an ambassador who embodies our Core Values, prioritizing the success of E Tech Group, our clients, and the professional development of our associates.

Skills

Project leadership

Communication

Scheduling

Budgeting

Risk management

Cross-functional teams

Education

BS Engineering

Equivalent education/experience

Tools

MS Project

PMO Tools

Job description

E Tech Group, based in Shippingport, PA, seeks a Project Manager to lead large programs in the industrial automation sector. You will direct design, procurement, implementation, and commissioning across multi‑million dollar projects, coordinating with clients, engineering, and operations to ensure technical and financial success.

Responsibilities include proposal development, client communication, schedule planning, scope control, cost management, and team leadership.