Project Manager II - Digital Plant
We are seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead industrial automation projects for data center environments. This role is responsible for leading and managing complex digital transformation projects within our manufacturing and plant operations. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in project management, excellent communication skills, and a passion for driving innovation in industrial environments.
This is a hands-on delivery leadership role, not a reporting-only PM position. You will work closely with controls engineers, panel shops, commissioning teams, vendors, and data center clients to drive execution, manage risk, and keep projects moving forward.
Who We Are
At Vertech, not only do we develop world class industrial automation solutions for some of the top US companies, we also strive to be the team of choice for the best and brightest talent. I mean, we call ourselves control freaks for a reason. The passion (and intelligence) our employees have is truly mind-blowing. In turn, we work hard to take care of our own with excellent benefits and pay, personal development, and transparent communication. We also know that you can be great at what you do and still have fun. If that sounds like a good fit, help us bring the next generation of automation solutions to nearly every industry, including manufacturing, food and beverage,
renewable energy, water and wastewater and more.
Top Reasons to Work with Us
Flexible work schedule with work from home options for numerous roles
Weekly communication from management in our internally famous Friday morning meeting
Competitive Compensation including a bonus plan
A really rad Holiday Party each year
A manager that is cool…most of the time, because no one is perfect
A path for growth, a great culture, AND MORE!
Work on mission-critical data center automation projects
Partner with highly skilled automation engineers
High level of ownership and impact
Clear delivery accountability
Opportunity to grow into Senior PM or Program Manager roles
What You Will Be Doing
Project Delivery & Execution
Own full project lifecycle: initiation, planning, execution, monitoring, and closeout
Manage multiple concurrent automation projects with aggressive schedules
Lead delivery of:
SCADA systems (including HMIs, historians, alarming)
PLC control panels and field I/O
PLC programming and system integration
Site commissioning and turnover
Drive projects through ambiguity and evolving requirements
Schedule, Budget & Change Control
Build and maintain integrated project schedules
Track labor hours, material costs, and vendor spend
Manage scope changes, change orders, and re-baseline plans as needed
Forecast risks and resource needs early
Maintain accountability for on-time and on-budget delivery
Technical Coordination
Partner with controls engineers and designers to:
Align technical solutions with scope and schedule
Identify risks in architecture, panel builds, and commissioning
Resolve integration issues across PLCs, SCADA, networks, and field devices
Translate technical detail into clear plans and customer communication
Client & Stakeholder Management
Serve as the primary point of contact for customers
Lead project meetings and status reviews
Manage expectations with data center stakeholders (operations, facilities, IT)
Communicate risks, changes, and progress clearly and professionally
Risk & Quality Management
Proactively identify technical, schedule, and site risks
Ensure testing, FAT, SAT, and commissioning are planned and executed
Maintain documentation and turnover packages
Required Qualifications
5+ years of Project Management experience in:
Industrial automation
Controls systems
Systems integration
Experience managing projects involving:
PLC programming and control systems
SCADA / HMI platforms
Panel fabrication and field installation
Proven success delivering projects under:
Tight deadlines
Changing or incomplete requirements
Strong communication skills with both engineers and non-technical stakeholders
Comfortable working in fast-paced, high-expectation environments
Preferred Qualifications
Data center automation experience (mission-critical facilities)
Experience with Ignition
Familiarity with:
Redundant PLC architectures
High-availability SCADA systems
Commissioning in live or partially live facilities
PMP, PMI-ACP, or similar certification (preferred, not required)
Background in controls engineering or automation (a plus, not required)
This is a hands-on delivery leadership role, not a reporting-only PM position. You will work closely with controls engineers, panel shops, commissioning teams, vendors, and data center clients to drive execution, manage risk, and keep projects moving forward.
Who We Are
At Vertech, not only do we develop world class industrial automation solutions for some of the top US companies, we also strive to be the team of choice for the best and brightest talent. I mean, we call ourselves control freaks for a reason. The passion (and intelligence) our employees have is truly mind-blowing. In turn, we work hard to take care of our own with excellent benefits and pay, personal development, and transparent communication. We also know that you can be great at what you do and still have fun. If that sounds like a good fit, help us bring the next generation of automation solutions to nearly every industry, including manufacturing, food and beverage,
renewable energy, water and wastewater and more.
Top Reasons to Work with Us
Flexible work schedule with work from home options for numerous roles
Weekly communication from management in our internally famous Friday morning meeting
Competitive Compensation including a bonus plan
A really rad Holiday Party each year
A manager that is cool…most of the time, because no one is perfect
A path for growth, a great culture, AND MORE!
Work on mission-critical data center automation projects
Partner with highly skilled automation engineers
High level of ownership and impact
Clear delivery accountability
Opportunity to grow into Senior PM or Program Manager roles
What You Will Be Doing
Project Delivery & Execution
Own full project lifecycle: initiation, planning, execution, monitoring, and closeout
Manage multiple concurrent automation projects with aggressive schedules
Lead delivery of:
SCADA systems (including HMIs, historians, alarming)
PLC control panels and field I/O
PLC programming and system integration
Site commissioning and turnover
Drive projects through ambiguity and evolving requirements
Schedule, Budget & Change Control
Build and maintain integrated project schedules
Track labor hours, material costs, and vendor spend
Manage scope changes, change orders, and re-baseline plans as needed
Forecast risks and resource needs early
Maintain accountability for on-time and on-budget delivery
Technical Coordination
Partner with controls engineers and designers to:
Align technical solutions with scope and schedule
Identify risks in architecture, panel builds, and commissioning
Resolve integration issues across PLCs, SCADA, networks, and field devices
Translate technical detail into clear plans and customer communication
Client & Stakeholder Management
Serve as the primary point of contact for customers
Lead project meetings and status reviews
Manage expectations with data center stakeholders (operations, facilities, IT)
Communicate risks, changes, and progress clearly and professionally
Risk & Quality Management
Proactively identify technical, schedule, and site risks
Ensure testing, FAT, SAT, and commissioning are planned and executed
Maintain documentation and turnover packages
Required Qualifications
5+ years of Project Management experience in:
Industrial automation
Controls systems
Systems integration
Experience managing projects involving:
PLC programming and control systems
SCADA / HMI platforms
Panel fabrication and field installation
Proven success delivering projects under:
Tight deadlines
Changing or incomplete requirements
Strong communication skills with both engineers and non-technical stakeholders
Comfortable working in fast-paced, high-expectation environments
Preferred Qualifications
Data center automation experience (mission-critical facilities)
Experience with Ignition
Familiarity with:
Redundant PLC architectures
High-availability SCADA systems
Commissioning in live or partially live facilities
PMP, PMI-ACP, or similar certification (preferred, not required)
Background in controls engineering or automation (a plus, not required)