Automation Project Manager

As a 100% Employee-Owned company,  Robert E. Mason & Associates, Inc. believes our Associates are the foundation of both our customers’ and our success.  Our strong company culture, and belief in continued investment in our Associates, has helped us realize long Associate tenures, as well as long lasting relationships with our customers. 

R.E. Mason provides industry-leading process equipment and service for process control, automation, safety, and reliability.  The industries served include Chemical, Pharmaceutical & Life Sciences, Power & Utilities, Food & Beverage, and Pulp & Paper. 

What R.E. Mason Offers Associates:

R.E. Mason is a 100% employee-owned company that offers a comprehensive, industry leading benefits package to all eligible Associates:

• Participation in the Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP)
• Retirement plan, including a Safe Harbor contribution
• Medical / Dental / Vision Insurance
• Employer paid Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Generous paid leave options that include vacation time, sick leave, personal leave time, R.E. Mason Way Half Day, paid Jury Duty, and paid Bereavement Leave
• Paid Parental Leave
• Paid company holidays
• Career Development Program
• Retirement and Financial Wellness program
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Alternative/Hybrid Work Schedules

General Description

We are  seeking a highly skilled  consultant to  join our team as a  P roject  D elivery  M anager .   The Project Delivery  Manager is the  single resource accountable for the  developing   the scope & driving the overall  execution of  the entire automation scope for  large scale  data centers .    The  d elivery  manager will oversee the design and implementation of all  facets of the digital / automation scope for  the project .   This role may be engaged as early as the concept ual design phase of projects and  will  remain engaged throughout project execution . Scope areas  will   include   building management systems ( PLC & SCADA ),   SIS systems,  IT &  OT technologies and systems,  and  Instrumentation and Controls (I&C) . T he Project Delivery  Manager will  be supported by  multiple  technical leads associated with  each of the  various scope  areas within automation .

Specific Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a team of automation and hardware engineers, providing guidance, support, and mentorship.
• Oversee the planning, execution, and completion of aspects of the automation scope of projects, ensuring they are delivered on time and within budget.
• Support the development of project schedules with the correct milestones and definition of key predecessors and successors across all disciplines
• Drive the development of resource plans and loading curves according to overall project and equipment FAT schedules
• Drive the development of scope estimates and budgets and track consumption and variances through execution in conjunction with project controls team
• Advise customers on technology selection and project execution strategy to align with the project critical success factors
• Risk management and escalation of issues to the broader project team. This includes maintaining a risk log and drafting mitigation strategies.  
• Drive the resolution of complex technical issues across disciplines, scopes, & vendors.
• Act as an Owner’s Agent to ensure project scope and deliverables from other vendor’s meet the client requirements
• Maintain strong relationships with clients, addressing their needs and ensuring their satisfaction with our services.  

Qualifications

Required Competencies

• US Citizenship required 
• Experience with various automation platforms (PLC, SCADA, building automation etc.)
• Excellent leadership and team management skills.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and manage multiple scopes simultaneously.
• Ability to communicate effectively with team members and clients, both orally and in writing.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Willingness to travel as needed to support project requirements in North Carolina, South Carolina Virginia, Georgia, and/or Texas – approximately 25% during design/development and approximately 50% during commissioning.  

Required Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Automation, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in large scale capital projects, with at least 3 years in a leadership role.  

  Preferred Experience/Competencies

• Project management certification (e.g., PMP) is a plus.
• Knowledge of applicable industry standards such as ISA and IEC.
• Experience working in building automation or data center industry.  

  Physical Requirements

• Standing
• Walking
• Sitting
• Kneeling
• Reaching Overhead
• Climbing
• Pushing and Pulling
• Lifting - 30 pounds
• Using a Computer
• Using a Telephone
• Driving

RE Mason Company is a federal contractor and, as such, is required to solicit the disability status and protected veteran status of candidates. Thus, you are required to answer self-identification questions as part of your application process. These questions are part of RE Mason’s Affirmative Action Plan and the completion of these questions will not have any effect on any consideration of your application materials.

In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA) , if you have a disability and need to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position with RE Mason, please call our office at View phone number on job-boards.greenhouse.io.

This is a drug-free workplace. Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of any required pre-employment and, if applicable, ongoing drug testing, including testing mandated by customer site access requirements.