Global Project Automation Lead

PM Group•Raleigh, NC

About The Position

The Global Project Automation Lead position is an exciting opportunity to join PM Group’s quickly growing Raleigh/Durham area Outsourced Technical Services(OTS) team out of Apex, NC. Outsourced Technical Services (OTS) is an integral part of PM Group’s ability to support clients across the complete project life cycle. Clients look to us to provide experienced technical professionals that complement their project teams. Together with our clients and partners, we will deliver projects that improve the everyday lives of people across the globe. PM Group is an employee owned, international project delivery firm with a team of 4,000+ people. We are world leaders in the pharma, food, biotech, medical technology and mission critical sectors. From our network of offices in Europe, Asia and the US, we work with the world's leading organizations. We are focused on growing a sustainable business centered on our people, our clients and trade partners.

Requirements

10–15+ years in automation/controls leadership on large industrial or life sciences/pharma capital projects (concept → design → execution).
Proven ownership of automation scope across multiple platforms and vendors; strong interface management with AE partners.
Strong working knowledge across several of the following: DCS/PAS, PLC/SCADA, BAS, MES, PI/historian, OT networks/integration, and validation/GxP impacts.
Deep experience driving schedule-critical deliverables (URs/FRs/DS, IO lists, architecture, interface specs, FAT/SAT readiness) and keep cross-functional teams aligned.
Comfortable operating in a matrix environment—able to influence without direct authority and make clear, documented decisions.
Strong risk/issue management, change management discipline, and executive-level communication.

Responsibilities

Partner with the project leader to confirm the site automation strategy (integration approach, standards, requirements, and roadmap)
Own automation scope alignment from bid stage through detailed design and site execution—make sure vendor packages fully meet client requirements.
Serve as the single point of contact for Automation across:
Design team and site stakeholders
AE (Architect/Engineer) design team
Project Controls / PMO for schedule integration and reporting
Lead vendor and design coordination for automation-related systems (PAS/DCS, BAS, MES, PI/historian, PLC/SCADA and related interfaces).
Manage technical decisions, issue resolution, and change control impacting automation scope.
Escalate safety, cost, schedule, and technical risks early with clear options and recommendations.
Provide concise updates to project core team and leadership (progress, risks, decisions required, upcoming milestones).