Senior Automation Project Manager: Complex Systems Delivery

Thermo Systems LLC.; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 125,000 - 185,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

401(k) match

Medical coverage

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Technical training

Complex projects exposure

Collaborative culture

Job summary

Thermo Systems LLC seeks a Senior Project Manager to lead complex automation and control system integration projects from proposal to closeout. You will drive scope, schedule, cost, quality, and safety while managing elevated risk across multi-disciplinary teams.

As the senior delivery leader, you will interface with clients, coordinate cross-functional teams, and ensure adherence to our stage-gate delivery model. Travel to project sites is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Project Management, Business, or related technical discipline.
• 8+ years managing complex industrial, engineering, automation, or systems integration projects.
• Demonstrated experience managing projects with multiple technical disciplines including engineering, field execution, and commissioning.
• Experience leading projects with elevated operational, technical, 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.
• Serve as the primary customer interface and senior delivery leader for assigned projects.
• Lead project kickoffs, stakeholder meetings, and project reviews.
• Communicate clearly and proactively with internal teams, customers, and partners.
• Coordinate project scope, schedule, and deliverables across cross-functional teams.
• Identify and elevate risks, constraints, or scope changes early.
• Maintain strong professional relationships with clients, contractors, and project stakeholders.

Skills

Leadership

Forecasting

Risk management

Communication

Organizational skills

Analytical abilities

Education

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

PMP certification preferred

Tools

MS Project

Smartsheet

Job description

Thermo Systems LLC seeks a Senior Project Manager to lead complex automation and control system integration projects from proposal to closeout. You will drive scope, schedule, cost, quality, and safety while managing elevated risk across multi-disciplinary teams.

As the senior delivery leader, you will interface with clients, coordinate cross-functional teams, and ensure adherence to our stage-gate delivery model. Travel to project sites is required.