Senior Controls Automation PM - Data Center

Overview

Controls Automation PM - Data Center - Des Moines, IA - Remote
This opportunity is with a leading provider of turnkey data center design / build services specializing in mission-critical infrastructure solutions for hyperscale and colocation environments. The firm provides design-build, modernization, and integration services across large-scale programs that power the digital economy / HPC / AI. This career-growth opportunity offers exciting projects with cutting-edge technology and competitive compensation and benefits.

We are seeking a Controls Project Manager to lead and act as the point of contact on controls / automation-focused construction projects for hyperscale, colo and enterprise data centers. The ideal candidate will have experience integrating BMS / BAS / EPMS with HVAC / Mechanical / Electrical retrofits, overseeing automation and controls project teams, and interfacing with electrical and mechanical trades from design / build through commissioning and integration.

This role requires strong leadership, stakeholder management, P&L, and execution of complex construction projects in live mission-critical environments.

• Lead multi-site, hyperscale data center automation programs ranging from 20 MW to 200+ MW
• Oversee all phases of construction execution, from design-assist through integrated systems testing (IST) and owner turnover
• Manage field teams and subcontractors on BMS, EPMS, PLC / SCADA, and automation scopes
• Manage BAS / Controls with electrical power monitoring (EPMS), distributed control systems (DCS), fire-life-safety, and DCIM platforms
• Coordinate site logistics, factory witness testing, procurement, installation, systems / equipment integration, commissioning / IST and startup activities
• Develop detailed build sequences, integrate prefabrication and modular deployment strategies to meet speed-to-market goals
• Drive program financials including P&L ownership, value tracking, forecasts, change orders, contingency planning, etc.
• Chair weekly meetings with owners, general contractors, trades, and commissioning agents to align milestones and resolve issues
• Respond to RFPs / RFIs / RFQs and manage any change orders and negotiate adjustments
• Maintain safety, quality, and reliability across all scopes; ensure compliance with project procedures and regulatory requirements
• Develop and submit MOPs, SOPs, EOPs, and project documentation
• Utilize Procore, Primavera P6, MS Project, BIM
  360, and cost management platforms for reporting and tracking
• Contribute to innovation by integrating AI tools, BIM, and data analytics for continuous process improvement
• Mentor assistant PMs and project engineers; lead standardization efforts across the organization

• 8+ years of experience delivering large-scale mission-critical controls or automation project management
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field OR equivalent military/industry experience
• Experience with projects with 25-75 MW datacenter builds a plus
• Proven track record managing $2MM–$100MM+ data center construction projects from design through commissioning (level 4 / level 5 )
• Deep knowledge of Building Automation Systems (BMS / BAS), EPMS, and industrial controls platforms like:
  Siemens, Rockwell, Schneider, Siemens, Ignition, Niagara, etc.
• Familiarity with integrated systems testing (IST), NFPA 70E, Uptime Institute Tier III/IV standards, and owner design guides
• Experience managing projects in live mission-critical environments, including retrofits and system integrations
• MOP and SOP development, and turnover documentation (GxP or mission-critical equivalent)
• Strong understanding of MEP, SCADA, DCIM, and control system sequencing and functionality
• Experience with protocols including (BACnet, Modbus, OPC-UA, Fieldbus, Profibus)
• PMP certification or other relevant credentials a plus
• Solid client-facing and communication skills; ability to interface with internal and external stakeholders
• Highly organized with strong administrative and documentation capabilities
• Proficient in MS Office Suite, Primavera P6, Procore, BIM 360, Bluebeam, and project scheduling tools
• Willingness to travel up to…