Senior Automation Project Leader

Thermo Systems LLC; Montgomery (AL); On-site; USD 125,000 - 175,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

401(k) - company match

Medical/dental/vision coverage

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Thermo Systems is seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead complex automation and control system integration projects from proposal through commissioning. You will drive end-to-end delivery across scope, schedule, cost, quality, and safety while managing elevated technical and commercial risk.

The role requires leading cross-functional teams, delivering accurate forecasts, and maintaining strong client relationships. Travel up to 25% is expected, with a competitive annual bonus opportunity.

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 multiple technical disciplines including engineering, field execution, and commissioning.
• 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.

Skills

Leadership

Project execution

Forecasting

Risk management

Communication

Stakeholder management

MS Project/Smartsheet

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Project Management, Business, or related technical discipline

Tools

MS Project

Smartsheet

Job description

Thermo Systems is seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead complex automation and control system integration projects from proposal through commissioning. You will drive end-to-end delivery across scope, schedule, cost, quality, and safety while managing elevated technical and commercial risk.

The role requires leading cross-functional teams, delivering accurate forecasts, and maintaining strong client relationships. Travel up to 25% is expected, with a competitive annual bonus opportunity.