Terminal Automation Project Manager

Start your career as a Terminal Automation Project Manager at Vopak and contribute to social themes such as energy security and energy transition. We offer you a working environment that is safe and pleasant and where equality, diversity and satisfaction are of paramount importance. Ready to develop yourself and make a positive impact? Improve the world and start as a Terminal Automation Project Manager at Vopak.

What will you do as a Terminal Automation Project Manager?

The Terminal Automation Project Manager is responsible for leading the end-to-end planning, execution, and delivery of terminal automation and process control solutions. Acting as the primary bridge between engineering, IT, vendor partners, and operations, you will oversee three separate terminal automation upgrades, migrating from the existing end of life DCS systems to one of the market leading DCS products that is the right for each respective terminal Your ultimate goal is to deliver projects safely, on time, and within budget to drive terminal efficiency, throughput, and safety in brownfield terminal environment.

What do we offer you?

• Competitive, market-based compensation package depending on your experience and knowledge.

• Career development and growth opportunities.

• Medical / Dental / Vision Insurance

• Flexible Spending Account Options

• Short Term/Long Term Disability Insurance

• Basic and Supplemental Life/AD&D Insurance

• 401(k) Incentive Savings Plan

• Paid Holidays (Fixed and floating)

• Paid Time Off and Sick Days

• Additional Benefits:

  • Tuition Reimbursement

  • Employee Assistance Program

  • Accident Insurance

  • Legal Plan

  • Critical Illness Insurance

  • Hospital Indemnity Insurance

  • Legal Plan

  • ID Theft Insurance

  • Universal Life

What do we expect from you as a Terminal Automation Project Manager?

• Experience: Minimum 5+ years of project management experience within a heavily automated industrial setting—ideally marine ports, bulk liquid terminals, logistics hubs, or heavy manufacturing.

• Technical Domain Expertise: Strong understanding of industrial automation frameworks, including:

  • Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs), Distributed Control Systems (DCS), or SCADA.

  • Terminal Management Software (e.g., Toptech TMS, Honeywell Terminal Manager) or Terminal Operating Systems (TOS).

  • Basic networking infrastructure, field instrumentation, and electrical schematics (P&ID drawings).

• Soft Skills: Proven ability to manage cross-functional, multicultural teams and negotiate effectively with high-stakes external vendors and stakeholders.

• Adaptability: Willingness to work flexible shifts during critical system testing windows and travel between Louisiana and Texas - with the lead office based in Texas project sites as needed (typically up to 20–30%).

•  Education: Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering,        Mechatronics, Computer Science, or a closely related technical field.

• Project Management Certification: PMP (Project Management Professional) or PRINCE2 certification is highly desirable.

• Tools: Proficiency with advanced project scheduling tools (e.g., MS Project, Smartsheet) and basic exposure to CAD or SolidWorks software.

All Company Core Competencies as well as the following job specific competencies:

• Eagerness to Learn

• Problem Analysis & Judgment

• Communication & Listening

• Planning & Organizing

• Discipline

• Teamwork

What does your day look like?

Your core responsibilities are:

Project Leadership & Delivery

• A-to-Z Execution: Define project scope, milestones, and deliverables from initial concept and business case through implementation and final commissioning/handover.

• Budget & Timeline Management: Track project hours, resource allocations, and financial forecasts while proactively managing critical paths and mitigating project risks.

• Site Handover: Coordinate Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT), Site Acceptance Testing (SAT), Installation Qualification (IQ), and final deployment protocols. astell.sk

System Integration & Vendor Management

• Vendor