Project Manager- Controls and Automation

ZipRecruiter; Plano (TX); Remote; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering and system integration firm seeks a Project Manager with specialized experience in Controls and Automation to lead high-value projects in the data center industry. This remote position focuses on managing multiple projects, ensuring technical accuracy, budget adherence, and customer satisfaction while collaborating with cross-functional teams.

Benefits

401k + match + prompt enrollment

Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits

Generous paid time off

Training and continuing education

Qualifications

• 5+ years of project management experience, focused on Controls and Automation.
• 3+ years managing data center projects or other mission-critical facilities.
• PMP certification or ability to obtain within 12 months.

Responsibilities

• Lead Proposal Development for Controls and Automation projects.
• Manage project scope and client relationships.
• Oversee project budgets and financial performance.

Skills

Project Management

Client Relationship Management

Controls and Automation

Budget Management

Risk Management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

MS Project

Job description

Job DescriptionJob Description

At E Tech Group, joining our team means joining a group of passionate and forward-thinkingexperts. We're one of the largest engineering and system integration firms in the United States providing value for our clients through IT automation and control solutions for more than 25 years to the Life Sciences, Mission Critical, Metals, Material Handling, Consumer Products and Food & Beverage industries.Our scale allows us to help our clients develop and implement standardized solutions at any of their facilities regardless of physical location or the local resources available at that site.

We are seeking a Project Manager with specialized experience in Controls and Automation to lead complex, high-value projects within the data center industry. This role requires managing multiple project efforts that may involve subcontractors, significant material budgets, and cross-functional engineering resources. You will oversee all phases of project execution—including design, procurement, implementation, commissioning, and final turnover—with a strong focus on technical accuracy, budget adherence, and customer satisfaction.

This is a client-facing leadership position responsible for both the strategic and operational success of projects in a high-demand industry. You will collaborate with Business Development, Engineering, and Operations teams to ensure smooth execution and delivery.

Remote role, but MUST be located near (or willing to relocate to) one of the following areas: Tulsa, OK, Huntsville, AL or West- Central TX.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead Proposal Development
  Drive the technical and commercial scoping of proposals, ensuring accurate schedule and cost estimates for Controls and Automation projects in data centers. Support the handoff from Business Development to execution.
• Client Relationship Management
  Serve as the primary point of contact for clients. Maintain effective communication throughout all phases of the project lifecycle. Proactively resolve scope, schedule, or cost conflicts and ensure alignment with customer expectations.
• Project Planning and Scheduling
  Develop detailed labor and procurement plans to meet data center deployment timelines. Ensure resource availability and project deliverables align with financial targets.
• Scope and Change Management
  Define and manage project scope, ensuring compliance with technical specifications and client contracts. Manage change orders and identify opportunities for additional value-add services.
• Budget and Financial Oversight
  Develop and track project budgets. Manage earned value, cost forecasts, and margin performance to meet project profitability goals.
• Team Leadership and Execution Oversight
  Lead cross-disciplinary project teams (Engineering, Controls, Commissioning). Identify and mitigate risks early and maintain project momentum by coordinating internal and external resources.
• Serve as an ambassador who embodies our Core Values, prioritizing the success of E Tech Group, our clients, and the professional development of our associates..

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Electrical, Mechanical, or Controls ) or equivalent experience
• 5+ years of project management experience, with a focus on Controls and Automation
• 3+ years of experience managing data center projects or other mission-critical facilities
• Strong understanding of industrial control systems, SCADA, PLC, HMI, and building automation technologies
• Demonstrated ability to manage contracts, subcontractors, and third-party vendors
• Solid grasp of project financials, including earned value, cost forecasting, and cash flow
• Willingness to travel up to 50% for on-site project execution

Qualifications

• Background in Controls or Systems Engineering
• Experience delivering EOR (Engineer of Record) design packages
• PMP certification or ability to obtain within 12 months
• Proficient with MS Project or similar project management tools
• Familiarity with data center environmental and operational standards (e.g., Uptime Institute, ASHRAE)

Benefits & Perks:

• 401k + match + prompt enrollment. E Tech Group employees are 100% vested upon entry.
• Prompt enrollment into Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits.
• Generous paid time off that includes paid vacation, paid holidays, paid family leave and sick time off.
• Learning and growth are key parts of the E Tech culture. We provide you with training and continuing education from day one, so you canadvance your career. As an E Tech associate, youcan unlock your greatest potential through challenges and opportunities.

E Tech Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants are considered for employment without regard to , , , , , , military status, genetic information, , , citizenship status, or any other basis prohibited by law. E Tech Group will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and for beliefs. E Tech Group is an Affirmative Action Employer of individuals with disabilities and protected veterans.

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