Senior Automation Project Leader

M.C. Dean, Inc.; Virginia; On-site; USD 113,000 - 141,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and comprehensive B

Relocation assistance

401K Retirement Plan

Generous paid time off

Job summary

M.C. Dean, Inc. is seeking a Project Leader for its Automation Systems Division near Richmond, VA. You will oversee automation projects from concept to delivery, coordinating cross-functional engineering teams and ensuring scope, budget, and schedule adherence.

Ideal candidates have strong leadership, communication skills, and a solid PM background with experience in automation systems and safety standards. Travel up to 25% may be required, with relocation assistance available.

Qualifications

• Excellent leadership and communication skills, with the ability to motivate and inspire teams to achieve project goals.
• Strong project planning and execution abilities across scopes, budgets, and timelines.
• Experience leading cross-functional teams including electrical, mechanical, and software engineers.

Responsibilities

• Lead automation systems projects from initiation to completion within scope, budget, and schedule.
• Direct a team of engineers, technicians, and support staff throughout the project lifecycle.
• Manage client relationships, provide status updates, and ensure stakeholder alignment.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Multi-project management

Team motivation

Education

Master's degree in engineering

Bachelor’s degree in engineering

Tools

Primavera P6 CPM Scheduling

Job description

M.C. Dean, Inc. is seeking a Project Leader for its Automation Systems Division near Richmond, VA. You will oversee automation projects from concept to delivery, coordinating cross-functional engineering teams and ensuring scope, budget, and schedule adherence.

Ideal candidates have strong leadership, communication skills, and a solid PM background with experience in automation systems and safety standards. Travel up to 25% may be required, with relocation assistance available.