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Control Systems Department Manager

Stanley Consultants
United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 16 Nov 2025

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Stanley Consultants is an award-winning and industry-leading global consulting engineering firm, with an unmatched commitment to culture, values, and ethics. We are dedicated to client experience and solve the most complex challenges to create a sustainable, connected, and enriched world for all. As the world changes, Stanley strategically evolves with it, integrating the latest technology, innovation, and resiliency practices. With over a century of experience serving the energy, federal government, transportation, and water sectors, we have helped improve lives and shape the infrastructure systems that connect us. As an employee-owned organization with a People First approach, we stand apart from other engineering consulting and services firms. At Stanley, your voice counts, your growth matters, and your success is our success. Stanley Consultants offers flexible work options, competitive pay and great benefits, a strong sense of community, and the chance to build a meaningful, long-term career!
Job Title - Control Systems Department ManagerLocation - Denver, CO (Centennial)Job Type – Hybrid, OnsiteRequisition ID - CONTR005876
Stanley Consultants is currently seeking a Control Systems Department Manager for our Denver, CO (Centennial) office.
Position Summary: The Control Systems Department Manager (DM) is responsible for the supervision of the control systems department located within the western US, as well as providing engineering support associated with direct project work. The DM coordinates project priorities, budgets, and staffing assignments. The successful candidate will lead controls design teams and supervise assigned members to meet established objectives, as summarized below.
The DM is responsible for developing process instrumentation and control systems tasks on municipal water/wastewater systems, industrial automation systems, microgrid control systems, combined heat and power (CHP) systems and reciprocating engine systems for utilities, and universities and campuses as well as industrial facilities.
What You Will Be Doing:Technical responsibilitiesEvaluation of existing systems and participation in the design of plant control and instrumentation systems for a variety of industrial applications.Development of deliverables for industrial, power generation, water/wastewater, and federal projects, including:Plant control systems design utilizing both Distributed Control Systems as well as Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs).P&IDs, I/O lists, instrument data sheets, cable schedules.Schematics and wiring diagrams.Procurement specifications.Technical bid evaluation, construction support.Development of proposal documents for new projects such as scope of work and fee estimating.Report preparation; determining code requirementsManage a design budget and schedule.Perform project field site visits as required.
Managerial ResponsibilitiesRecommend department plans, programs and resources, including staff budgets and capital expenditures.Recommend hiring, salaries, promotion, transfer, demotion and termination of staff members.Accountable to attract, retain, and develop talent within the organization.Responsible for supporting designated members to identify career development objectives, conduct performance reviews and any performance related actions for assigned members as needed.Oversee department staff on execution standards, procedures and policies established by the Company.

Required Qualifications:

  • BSEE from an ABET accredited University
  • Licensed P.E. with a Minimum of 8 years of progressive experience
  • Experience with engineering for Distributed Control Systems (DCS) and Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC) will be a desirable asset
  • Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Enjoys working in a team environment
  • Must be able to work legally in the United States for any length of time
  • Travel for project installation and commissioning support across the USA may be required
Stanley’s Approach to FlexibilityWhile some members choose to work out of their local office on a full-time basis, we offer a hybrid schedule for eligible positions consisting of two days a week in the office, two days a week remotely, and Friday being a flexible day that can be worked either in the office or at home. Eligible roles can also offer a compressed workweek schedule. Members who participate will be assigned a 9/80 work schedule, meaning every other Friday off!
What we offer:Member-Owned. Member-ownership is at the heart of our culture, aligning client satisfaction, company performance, and personal reward.Work-Life Balance. We realize there’s more to life than just work.Paid Time Away. Stanley Consultants offers numerous paid holidays, generous paid time off (PTO), par

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