Automation Project Manager

Project Manager – Electrical & Automation Position Summary

Due to continued growth in project volume, we are seeking a Project Manager – Electrical & Automation to support planning, coordination, and control of ongoing electrical and automation projects. This role is strongly project‑management focused, with an emphasis on budget control, resource planning, internal coordination, and execution support, rather than deep hands‑on automation or controls design. The ideal candidate has experience managing construction or industrial projects, understands how to track performance against plan, and works effectively across estimating, engineering, and field teams.

• Track project performance against budget and schedule
• Monitor budget vs. actuals, labor hours, material usage, and productivity
• Maintain accurate project updates within the ERP system
• Support forecasting and cost‑to‑complete visibility
• Assist with identifying and managing risk and scope changes

• Coordinate manpower planning and technician assignments across multiple projects
• Help align labor resources with priority schedules and workload demands
• Partner with field leadership to support efficient execution and crew utilization

• Work closely with estimators during project handoff and ongoing coordination
• Collaborate regularly with other Project Managers on the electrical side of the business
• Serve as a central point of coordination between engineering, field teams, and operations
• Support consistent communication and alignment across departments

• Contribute to strong internal and external working relationships
• Participate in client communication as appropriate
• Nice‑to‑have: assist with relationship building and identification of future work opportunities

• Experience in project management within electrical, automation, or construction environments
• Demonstrated strength in project controls, cost tracking, and coordination
• Understanding of construction labor, materials, and scheduling fundamentals
• Comfortable managing multiple priorities in a collaborative setting
• Strong communication, organization, and teamwork skills
• ERP or project management system experience preferred

• Electrical or automation construction project exposure
• Field or technically hands‑on Background is a plus (not required)
• Experience partnering closely with estimating and technical teams
• Open to candidates with lighter automation experience but strong PM instincts

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Newton, KS.

The pay range for this position is $48.08 - $57.69/hr.

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre‑tax and Roth post‑tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long‑term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in Newton, KS.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.