Controls Automation PM - Data Center
On-site · Des Moines, Iowa, United States
Job Summary
Controls Automation PM leads and serves as the main point of contact on controls/automation-focused construction projects for hyperscale, colo and enterprise data centers. The role oversees BMS/BAS/EPMS integration with HVAC/Electrical retrofits, manages field teams and subcontractors, coordinates IST and owner turnover, and drives project execution from design-assist through commissioning. Key duties include managing 20 MW to 200+ MW multi-site programs, coordinating procurement and commissioning activities, maintaining safety and quality, developing MOPs/SOPs/EOPs, utilizing Procore/Primavera P6/MS Project/BIM360 for reporting, and mentoring junior staff. Requires deep knowledge of BMS/BAS, EPMS, DCS/SCADA, DCIM, NFPA 70E, and experience with BACnet/Modbus/OPC-UA; PMP or equivalent credentials are a plus, with up to 50% travel.
Required Qualifications
- 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 20-50% to project sites as needed
- Previous experience in the Military / Military veterans in all branches that have experience with Electrical / Mechanical is a huge plus (Navy Nukes - EMN, ETN, MMNs, Seabees; Army - Power Generation; Air Force – Power Production; Generator Techs; Maritime; Coast Guard; etc.)
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