Project Manager - Industrial Automation

About the role

At E Tech Group, joining our team means joining a group of passionate and forward‑thinking experts. We are one of the largest engineering and system integration firms in the United States, providing IT automation and control solutions for more than 30 years to the Life Sciences, Mission Critical, Metals & Mining, Warehousing & Distribution, and CPG/Food & Beverage industries. The national and global scale of our operations enables us to develop and implement standardized solutions at any client facility, regardless of location or local resources.

We are seeking a Project Manager to lead a large project or multiple project efforts within the Mission Critical industry. The role includes managing design, procurement, implementation, and commissioning phases of projects ranging from $50 K to $3.0 M+, and ensuring commercial, financial, and technical success.

Responsibilities

• Lead proposal development, including scope, schedule, cost estimates, project management methodology, pricing, and structure; prepare for handoff from Business Development.
• Manage client communication across all project phases, coordinating with the project team, Business Development, and management.
• Develop project labor resource and procurement plans to meet client schedule objectives and cash‑flow requirements.
• Maintain firm control of scope, ensure compliance with specifications and contract requirements, obtain change orders, and identify additional scope opportunities.
• Develop and maintain project cost budgets and reports; manage estimated cost at completion, earned value, and contingency; forecast monthly costs to avoid overruns.
• Lead the project team to achieve tasks and milestones on schedule and under budget; assign optimal resources in collaboration with Operations.
• Communicate project progress to the team, client, and senior stakeholders; present regular activity and financial updates to large audiences.
• Identify project risks early and mobilize resources to mitigate them.
• Become proficient in E TECH GROUP PMO methods, tools, and processes; participate in enterprise‑wide implementation of new project management tools.
• Develop a strong understanding of E TECH GROUP’s Project Management Life Cycle (PMLC) stages.
• Embodiment of Core Values, prioritizing success of the company, clients, and professional development of associates.

Requirements

• BS Engineering degree or equivalent education/experience.
• At least 3 years of dedicated project management experience or 5+ years in a project engineering environment.
• Proficiency in project management principles, methods, and tools; ability to implement PMI‑based standards.
• Proven project leadership on difficult projects, applications, solutions, and situations.
• Experience managing contracts and/or subcontractors.
• Experience with industrial controls projects and familiarity with control system, HMI, plant data historian, and other industrial projects.
• Experience using project management software such as MS Project.
• Strong oral and written communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to lead geographically dispersed teams using technology.
• Experience with project budget and fiscal accountability.
• Demonstrated collaboration and teamwork mindset.

Preferred Qualifications

• Controls Engineering background.
• Experience with true design projects (EOR).
• PMP certification preferred.
• Experience managing control system, HMI, plant data historian, and other industrial projects.

Benefits & Perks

• 401(k) with match and prompt enrollment; 100 % vested upon entry.
• Prompt enrollment into Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits.
• Generous paid time off, including vacation, holidays, family leave, and sick time.
• Training and continuing education from day one to support career advancement.