Head of Project Management

CEC Controls is seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead the successful execution of industrial automation and control system integration projects for municipal water and wastewater clients throughout Florida and the Southeast. The Project Manager is responsible for delivering projects safely, on schedule, within budget, and to the highest quality standards while serving as the primary point contact for customers throughout the project lifecycle.

This position provides leadership for multidisciplinary project teams including controls engineers, software developers, panel designers, field technicians, subcontractors, and suppliers. The Project Manager is accountable for planning, financial performance, customer satisfaction, risk management, and overall project success from project kickoff through commissioning and warranty support.

This position is based in our Tampa, Florida office. Hybrid scheduling may be available following successful onboarding. This is an hourly position, and employees are compensated for all hours worked.

Skills and Qualifications

Relevant bachelor's or associate degree in related engineering or technology field, or equivalent relevant work experience with a technical degree

5+ years of Project Management experience in industrial automation, systems integration, electrical engineering, or related industries

Experience managing projects ranging from $250,000 to $5M+

Experience managing multiple concurrent automation projects

Working knowledge of PLC, HMI, SCADA, industrial networking, instrumentation, motor controls, and process automation systems preferred

Experience with municipal water/wastewater treatment facilities preferred

Cost forecasting

Earned value

Change order management

Contract administration

Ability to read and interpret:

"Customer specifications"

P&IDs

Electrical drawings

Control narratives

Network architectures

Proficiency using Microsoft Project, Excel, Teams, and Project Management Software

PMP certification preferred but not required

Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to work with clients and staff in a team environment

Good organizational skills, writing skills, presentation and communication skills

Ability to prioritize multiple projects simultaneously

Have a working knowledge of industry standards and regulations (ISA, NEC, IEEE, NFPA, & OSHA, etc)

Ability to travel as needed, up to 25% yearly average, primarily within Florida and surrounding states.

Authorization to work lawfully in the US without sponsorship from CEC is required

Responsibilities

Assume full responsibility for execution of multiple automation projects from award through final acceptance

Develop comprehensive project execution plans including scope, schedule, procurement strategy, staffing plans, and commissioning activities

Lead internal kickoff meetings and establish project objectives with engineering and field teams

Monitor project performance against schedule, budget, quality, and contractual milestonesProactively identify risks and implement mitigation strategies

conduct routine project reviews with management

Drive projects to successful completion while maintaining high customer satisfaction

Coordinate with customers, subcontractors, vendors, panel shops, and field personnel

Develop and maintain project budgets

Forecast labor and material costs throughout project execution

Monitor project profitability and recommend corrective actions when necessary

Manage project invoicing milestones

Prepare and negotiate change orders

Review subcontractor and vendor invoices

Support monthly financial reporting and project reviews

Customer Management:

Serve as the primary customer representative throughout the project lifecycle

build trusted relationships with owners, consulting engineers, contractors, and operators

Lead project kickoff meetings

Lead progress meetings

Present project status, schedules, technical solutions, and financial updates

Manage customer expectations and resolve project issues in a timely manner

Engineering Coordinator:

Coordinate engineering activities among controls engineers, software engineers, electrical designers, and field personnel

Ensure engineering deliverables are completed according to project schedules

Support technical reviews and design decisions

Coordinate Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT), Site Acceptance Tests (SAT), startup, commissioning, and operator training

Procurement and Vendor Management:

Coordinate procurement activities with purchasing

Track long-lead equipment

Manage subcontractors throughout project execution

Resolve supplier issues affecting project schedules

Construction and Start-Up:

Coordinate field installation activities

Support field service personnel during installation

Coordinate startup schedules with customers

Manage punch list activities

Support commissioning through final customer acceptance

Coordinate warranty activities following project completion

Business Development:

Support proposal development and estimating

Participate in customer presentations and site visits

Identify opportunities for additional services

Develop repeat business through exceptional project execution

Assist Branch Manager with strategic customer development

Leadership:

Promote continuous improvement across project execution

Foster collaboration across engineering, field services, purchasing, and management teams

Promote a culture of safety, accountability, and customer satisfaction

Physical Requirements:

Able to climb a 2-story ladder

Can walk a mile in 20 minutes

Be able to cover, on foot, a reasonable distance on a job site

Able to lift 30 lbs. without difficulty

Success Factors
Successful candidates will consistently demonstrate:

Strong project profitability

Effective communication

High-quality documentation

Successful management of scope changes

Strong leadership of multidisciplinary teams

Positive contribution to business growth

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