Senior Automation Programs Leader

Thermo Systems; East Windsor Township (NJ); On-site; USD 125,000 - 175,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Paid time off & sick leave

Tuition reimbursement & credentialing

Technical training opportunities

Job summary

Thermo Systems, a global control systems integration partner, seeks a Senior Project Manager to lead complex automation and control system projects from proposal through commissioning. You will drive end-to-end delivery across scope, schedule, cost, quality, and safety, managing elevated risk and senior customer relationships.

The role emphasizes a stage-gate delivery model, cross-disciplinary leadership, and delivery of predictable outcomes while maintaining safety and quality standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Project Management, Business, or related technical discipline.
• 8+ years managing complex industrial, engineering, automation, or systems integration projects.
• Experience leading projects with elevated technical, operational, or commercial complexity.
• Experience working in structured project delivery environments is preferred.
• PMP certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead complex automation and control system integration projects from proposal through closeout.
• Develop integrated project execution plans, schedules, and financial forecasts.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams including engineering, procurement, fabrication, software, and field services.
• Manage project financial performance including forecasting accuracy, cost tracking, and change management.
• Identify project risks early and implement mitigation strategies to maintain delivery objectives.
• Oversee subcontractor performance, scopes of work, and project execution alignment.
• Support installation, startup, commissioning, and system turnover activities.
• Ensure project documentation, reporting, and deliverables meet company standards.
• Drive disciplined project execution to achieve predictable delivery outcomes.

Skills

Leadership

Project execution

Communication

Organization

Analytical

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

MS Project

Smartsheet

Job description

Thermo Systems, a global control systems integration partner, seeks a Senior Project Manager to lead complex automation and control system projects from proposal through commissioning. You will drive end-to-end delivery across scope, schedule, cost, quality, and safety, managing elevated risk and senior customer relationships.

The role emphasizes a stage-gate delivery model, cross-disciplinary leadership, and delivery of predictable outcomes while maintaining safety and quality standards.