Technical Project Manager – Automation Systems

RED Group•Dalton, GA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

RED Group is seeking an experienced, detail-oriented Technical Project Manager to support automation and controls infrastructure delivery for a major hyperscale data center development in Dalton, Georgia. The role coordinates Automation Systems, Instrumentation, low-voltage systems, Design Engineering, Construction, Commissioning, Operations, and external integration partners throughout the project lifecycle. The manager serves as the primary automation engineering interface for regional construction activities and leads automation design execution, controls integration, commissioning support, and operational readiness. The position leads automation and controls execution from design through commissioning and turnover, managing scope, schedules, budgets, risks, stakeholders, engineering deliverables, vendor coordination, and issue resolution. It oversees integration of BMS, EPMS, SCADA, HVAC controls, chiller plant automation, generator and switchgear monitoring, environmental monitoring, and PLC-based systems. It also supports design reviews, factory acceptance testing, software validation, commissioning, integrated systems testing, punch-list completion, turnover documentation, operator training, and transition to facility operations. The role is primarily onsite in Dalton, Georgia, in active construction and mission-critical environments. Periodic travel to vendor sites, factory acceptance testing locations, and regional offices may be required. Candidates must be able to walk construction sites, climb ladders, and access equipment areas. Applicants must be authorized to work for any U.S. employer; visa sponsorship is not available.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Controls Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or Construction Management, or equivalent industry experience.
At least 5 years of experience managing automation, controls, or mission-critical infrastructure projects.
Strong background in BMS, EPMS, PLC, SCADA, industrial automation, HVAC controls, commissioning and startup, construction coordination, and technical project management.
Demonstrated experience leading multidisciplinary technical teams in complex construction environments.
Familiarity with Rockwell Automation PLCs and Ignition SCADA Systems.
Knowledge of industrial communication protocols including BACnet, Modbus, OPC, SNMP, Ethernet/IP, and MQTT.
Experience with integrated systems testing and mission-critical commissioning.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
Valid driver's license.
Ability to partner with clients, vendors, and team members to deliver projects.
Ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects and priorities.
Strong interpersonal, leadership, verbal, and written communication skills.
Ability to foster a collaborative and engaging environment and follow company safety protocols.
Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the United States; the company cannot sponsor or assume sponsorship of an employment visa.

Nice To Haves

Experience supporting hyperscale or enterprise data center developments.
Experience using project management or commissioning platforms such as Procore or CxAlloy.
Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.
OSHA certification.

Responsibilities

Lead automation and controls execution for large-scale data center projects from design through commissioning and turnover.
Support pre-construction planning, technical coordination, and execution strategies to ensure engineering quality and project deliverables.
Manage automation project scope, schedules, budgets, risks, and stakeholder communications across regional deployments.
Coordinate Automation Systems, Design Engineering, Construction, Commissioning, Operations, controls integrators, OEM vendors, the general contractor, and the owner.
Drive issue resolution and escalation management throughout the project lifecycle.
Serve as the primary automation engineering resource interfacing with construction and commissioning teams.
Oversee implementation and integration of BMS, EPMS, SCADA, HVAC controls, chiller plant automation, generator and switchgear monitoring, environmental monitoring, and PLC-based controls systems.
Coordinate controls architecture and network integration across mechanical, electrical, and operational technology systems.
Review and validate sequences of operation, I/O schedules, points lists, functional testing procedures, network topology diagrams, controls submittals, and shop drawings.
Ensure controls systems comply with client operational standards, reliability requirements, and commissioning objectives.
Lead automation design activities with the Engineer of Record, Design Engineering teams, controls systems integrators, and construction partners.
Manage automation deliverable packages, project requirements, and adherence to project milestones.
Coordinate factory acceptance testing, software validation, and controls startup activities.
Provide technical leadership and mitigate automation issues during design, construction, and commissioning.
Partner with construction and commissioning teams to support Level 1–5 commissioning activities.
Manage and support commissioning scripts, startup procedures, and integrated systems testing.
Validate alarms, graphics, trending, redundancy logic, and failover sequences.
Ensure systems meet uptime, resiliency, and operational-readiness requirements.
Track punch-list resolution and completion of turnover documentation; support operator training and transition to facility operations teams.
Manage relationships and coordination with automation vendors, contractors, and systems integrators; monitor vendor performance, procurement schedules, and technical deliverables.
Participate in technical reviews, design workshops, and project status meetings, and provide executive-level reporting on project health, schedule risks, and mitigation plans.
Lead automation design and engineering initiatives aligned with RED Group's business strategy and deployment objectives.
Maintain quality assurance and adherence to RED Group engineering and operational standards.
Foster collaboration across regional and global RED Group teams and uphold the company's core values and safety protocols.