Terminal Automation Project Manager II (In-Plant)

Job Description

Job Description

Description:

*Due to being an in-plant position, the below referenced job duties have been provided by the client

Role Summary

The Terminal Automation Project Manager is responsible for leading the end-to-end planning, execution, and delivery of terminal automation and process control solutions. Acting as the primary bridge between engineering, IT, vendor partners, and operations, you will oversee three separate terminal automation upgrades, migrating from the existing end of life DCS systems to one of the market leading DCS products that is the right for each respective terminal Your ultimate goal is to deliver projects safely, on time, and within budget to drive terminal efficiency, throughput, and safety in brownfield terminal environment.

Key Responsibilities

Project Leadership & Delivery

• A-to-Z Execution: Define project scope, milestones, and deliverables from initial concept and business case through implementation and final commissioning/handover.
•   Budget & Timeline Management: Track project hours, resource allocations, and financial forecasts while proactively managing critical paths and mitigating project risks.
• Site Handover: Coordinate Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT), Site Acceptance Testing (SAT), Installation Qualification (IQ), and final deployment protocols.

System Integration & Vendor Management

• Vendor Coordination: Act as the primary technical point of contact for external automation software developers, equipment manufacturers, and local sub-contractors.
• Contract Lifecycle: Draft and evaluate User Requirement Specifications (URS), Requests for Proposals (RFPs), and change control documentations.
• Tech Alignment: Collaborate with IT/OT teams to integrate automated hardware with existing core systems (such as Terminal Operating Systems [TOS], ERP/SAP, or gate access controls).

Operations, Safety & Quality Assurance

• Safety Compliance: Ensure all projects are implemented in accordance with client's Safety Standard, industrial safety codes, site-specific safety regulations, and environmental standards.
• Change Management: Work closely with change management and union labor representatives to facilitate smooth process transitions, workforce training, and operational turnovers.
• Continuous Improvement: Document post-project evaluations and lessons learned to optimize future technological rollouts across terminal assets.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Experience: Minimum 5+ years of project management experience within a heavily automated industrial setting—ideally marine ports, bulk liquid terminals, logistics hubs, or heavy manufacturing
• Technical Domain Expertise: Strong understanding of industrial automation frameworks, including: Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs), Distributed Control Systems (DCS) preferably Emerson DeltaV, or SCADA. Terminal Management Software (e.g., Toptech TMS, Honeywell Terminal Manager) or Terminal Operating Systems (TOS). Basic networking infrastructure, field instrumentation, and electrical schematics (P&ID drawings).
• Soft Skills: Proven ability to manage cross-functional, multicultural teams and negotiate effectively with high-stakes external vendors and stakeholders.
• Adaptability: Willingness to work flexible shifts during critical system testing windows and travel between Louisiana and Texas - with the lead office based in Texas project sites as needed (typically up to 20–30%).

Educational & Certification Requirements

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, Computer Science, or a closely related technical field.
• Project Management Certification: PMP (Project Management Professional) or PRINCE2 certification is highly desirable.
• Tools: Proficiency with advanced project scheduling tools (e.g., MS Project, Smartsheet) and basic exposure to CAD or SolidWorks software.

Requirements:

  Summary of Description:

This position is responsible for managing engineering related projects. Project Managers will also be responsible for ensuring projects are completed and meet the defined requirements/ budgets.
Duties:

• Work with clients to develop business relationships.
• Work with clients to define business requirements for projects. 
• Development of detailed work scopes that align with the clients’ needs.
• Development of detailed control budgets to meet scope of work.
• Development of project timelines to meet work scope and client requirements.
• Management of assigned resources to ensure projects are completed on time. 
• Work with vendors/suppliers to acquire equipment and technology. 
• Maintain proper project documentation. 
• Promote professionalism throughout the workplace. 
• Promote safety on assigned projects. 
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Education and Experience: A Bachelor of Science in Engineering from an accredited University with at least eight (8) years of experience in industrial work including but not limited to refinery, petrochemical, chemical, offshore, pipeline or utility industries; or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above.
License Requirements:

• Valid Driver’s License as par State law or requirement
• Professional license preferred but not required

Specific Skills:

• Strong generalist skills in the project management field 
• Strong interpersonal skills 
• Strong organizational, leadership and time management skills 
• Possess discretion and judgment 
• Computer literate with working knowledge of software such as Word, Excel, Microsoft Outlook, and project management software 
• Clear and concise communication skills (oral and written) 
• Creative problem-solving skills when dealing with projects 

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to walk up to one mile on industrial plant and construction sites outdoors at any time of the year. 
• Ability to work in protective clothing which may elevate body temperatures by several degrees Fahrenheit for periods of up to 15 minutes without a break.
• Ability to use multi-level stair towers and rung ladders unassisted.
• Ability to hear safety alarms and signals while wearing hearing protection. 
• Ability to sit at desk and operate computer for extended periods of time.
• Ability to stand, use hands and fingers, grip, handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; and talk and hear.
• Ability to see with visual acuity and distinguish between colors.
• Ability to operate a motor vehicle and have a valid driver’s license.
• Ability to lift and carry 15 lbs. on a regular basis is required and at times lifting up to 25 lbs. may be required.