Senior PLC Project Manager

Divcon is a company headquartered in Dallas, Texas that delivers integrated automation solutions across various systems. They are seeking a Senior PLC Project Manager to lead complex PLC-based control system projects, ensuring high-performance outcomes through strategic client partnerships and effective team coordination.

Responsibilities:

• Lead end-to-end execution of multiple PLC and automation projects, ensuring alignment with corporate objectives and client technical standards
• Manage full project lifecycle including scope definition, scheduling, budgeting, procurement, execution, commissioning, and turnover
• Direct and mentor cross-functional teams including PLC engineers, SCADA developers, field technicians, subcontractors, and commissioning agents
• Own portfolio performance across schedule, cost, quality, and risk metrics; deliver monthly executive-level financial and milestone reporting
• Oversee contract administration, change order management, and vendor/integrator coordination
• Partner directly with clients as primary escalation point for automation-related scope, design, and performance discussions
• Review and approve PLC system architecture, control strategies, I/O design, network topology, and redundancy approaches
• Ensure alignment between PLC systems, SCADA platforms (e.g., Ignition), and facility systems (BMS, EPMS)
• Mitigate risk through proactive planning around commissioning timelines, integration sequencing, and system cutovers
• Standardize automation delivery practices across projects to improve scalability, efficiency, and quality
• Ensure compliance with Divcon’s internal systems, cybersecurity standards, documentation protocols, and safety requirements

Requirements:

• 7+ years of experience in automation project or program management within PLC, industrial controls, or critical infrastructure environments
• Strong background in Rockwell / Allen-Bradley PLC platforms, SCADA integration, and industrial networking
• Experience managing complex, multi-phase projects involving system integration, redundancy, and commissioning
• Deep understanding of industrial automation systems including central plants, mechanical systems, VFDs, and electrical integration
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional engineering and field teams in high-stakes environments
• Strong financial acumen including forecasting, cost control, and margin management
• Excellent communication skills across technical teams, clients, and executive leadership
• Proficiency with project management platforms (e.g., Procore, MS Project, Primavera) and financial reporting tools
• Experience supporting hyperscale data centers or other high-availability environments
• Familiarity with Ignition SCADA, Kepware, OPC-UA, Modbus TCP, BACnet/IP, or Ethernet/IP
• Experience managing system integrators and commissioning teams
• PMP certification or equivalent