Project Manager, Critical Infrastructure Solutions

Emerson•Pittsburgh, PA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Powering the world. Protecting its most vital resources. What if your work helped keep the lights on and ensured communities have access to clean, reliable water? Emerson Power & Water Solutions is a global leader in power and water automation, trusted across 60+ countries to support over 1.4 million MW of generating capacity worldwide. In the U.S., our solutions help manage more than 12 billion gallons of water every day through advanced control and monitoring technologies. At Emerson, it’s about more than technology, it’s about purpose. If you are a project management professional who wants to lead work that truly matters, this role offers a unique opportunity to shape the future of critical infrastructure. You will lead high impact projects at the intersection of engineering, digital innovation, and customer partnership, influencing how complex, mission critical systems are delivered across the Power & Water Solutions organization. Based in Cranberry Township, PA, a thriving suburb just north of Pittsburgh, this role offers access to a vibrant community while being approximately 35 minutes from downtown Pittsburgh and its cultural, dining, and sports amenities. https://www.emerson.com/en-us/automation/ovation

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, business, other technical discipline (or equivalent experience)
A minimum of 3 years of experience in project engineering or project management environment
Experience leading projects involving engineered systems or solutions, industrial technologies, or operational environments where technical coordination is essential for success
Demonstrated ability to identify, assess, and mitigate project risks while managing changes and competing priorities
Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to engage with technical and non-technical stakeholders
Commitment to safety, quality, and customer satisfaction
Ability to travel up to 20% in the Unities States
Legal authorization to work in the United State without current or future sponsorship

Nice To Haves

Project management certification (PMP®, PgMP®, or similar certification) or equivalent hands-on application of formal project management methodologies
Experience with industrial automation, integrated hardware/software systems, or engineered solutions.
Familiarity with Emerson Ovation™ systems or other Distributed Control System (DCS)/Programable Logic Controller (PLC) platforms
Exposure to structured project management methodologies (PMI‑based, Agile, or hybrid) in customer-facing environments
Experience in power generation, water/wastewater, renewables or other critical infrastructure environments

Responsibilities

Lead automation and control system projects from initiation throughout closeout, delivering complex, mission critical solutions across power, water, and industrial markets
Manage projects ranging from approximately $500k to $10M+, with responsibility for scope, schedule, budget, risk, and overall project performance
Serve as primary customer contact, building strong relationships, ensuring customer satisfaction, and leading contract, change order, and scope negotiations
Collaborate with engineering, sales, operations, field service, and commercial teams to successfully execute projects and achieve business objectives
Monitor project progress, proactively communicate status and risks, drive action to ensure contractual, safety, cybersecurity, quality, and financial commitments are met
Support proposal development and project planning activities by contributing to execution strategies, risk assessments, and delivery plans
Identify opportunities for continuous improvement, capture lessons learned, and support business growth through follow-on work and service expansion
Operate with a high degree of autonomy and accountability, making day-to-day project decisions while engaging directly with customers and key stakeholders
Contribute to advancement of project management practices, tools, delivery frameworks while expanding expertise in critical infrastructure and automation solutions