Senior PLC Project Manager

About Us:

Headquartered in Dallas, Texas, Divcon delivers fully integrated automation solutions nationwide that optimize performance, energy efficiency, and reliability across HVAC, lighting, power monitoring, and mission-critical systems. Leveraging advanced technologies - including Allen-Bradley PLCs, Ignition SCADA, and Delta DDC systems - we combine deep technical expertise with field-tested execution to deliver precise, scalable, and high-performance solutions.

About the role:

We are seeking a Senior PLC Project Manager to lead the successful execution of complex PLC-based control system projects across multiple hyperscale and enterprise data center sites.

This role extends beyond traditional project management — it requires a seasoned leader with deep expertise in industrial automation, PLC systems, SCADA integration, and critical infrastructure environments. You will drive cross-functional coordination between engineering, field teams, integrators, and clients to ensure scalable, reliable, and high-performance control systems are delivered on time and within budget.

You will serve as a strategic partner to clients and senior leadership, ensuring automation solutions meet rigorous uptime, redundancy, and compliance standards.

Key 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.

Qualifications:

• 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.

Preferred Qualifications:

• 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.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to travel frequently to job sites by car or plane, up to 85%
• Ability to stand, walk, and move throughout job sites for extended per