Automation Sr. Project Manager

Requisition Number: 3051

Job Title: Automation Sr. Project Manager

Date Opened: 10/16/2026

Location: The Woodlands, TX and Houston, TX

Industry: Technology and Automation

Department: Automation & Technology

Employment Type: FT Regular*

Part-Time Available: No

Eligible for US Work Authorization Sponsorship: No

FLSA Exemption: Exempt (Eligible for Straight-Time Overtime)

Job Summary:

Provide overall management of assigned projects across multiple offshore production assets. The Automation Sr. Project Manager combines strong technical expertise with sound project management acumen to lead projects through all phases of execution. This role acts as an integral member of our client’s team focusing on the delivery of Capital Projects through the leadership of client technical personnel, subcontractors, and suppliers. The position will coordinate with the facility team (i.e., operations, maintenance, automation), corporate stakeholders, and vendors as required. The candidate should be proficient in deepwater offshore Integrated Control and Safety Systems (ICSS) and their design, engineering, and associated standards/regulations.

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

The Automation Sr. Project Manager will be responsible for delivering capital projects for several specific deep water assets in the Gulf of America. The duties and responsibilities of the role include, but are not limited to the following:

• Lead multi-discipline teams as required to deliver supporting engineering and design services associated with technology and automation projects;

• Work with other managers or disciplines as applicable to develop schedules and plans for various elements of the project;

• Develop project forecasts, schedules, cost estimates and project related financial reports;

• Responsible for client satisfaction (Operations) and safe delivery of work in accordance with budgets, schedules, and quality requirements;

• Visible leader with relentless focus on safety and culture to motivate team performance;

• Ensure that proper documentation is maintained throughout the project lifecycle;

• Track, report, and communicate project status effectively to the stakeholders;

Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills and Abilities):

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering, Petroleum Engineering, Electrical/Computer Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science, or similar discipline preferred.

• Ten (10) or more years of technical experience designing and implementing control systems (PLC and DCS).

• Ten (10) or more years of total experience in the automation industry.

• Current HUET certification or the willingness and ability to attain certification required.

• Technical hands-on knowledge of related engineering systems, engineering calculations, application of engineering and construction methods and materials, and engineering application of computer software.

• Desire to learn production processes, systems, and new technologies.

• Knowledge of project execution in automation projects.

• Knowledge of industry / regulatory codes and standards.

• Skill in oral and written communication.

• Strong organizational skills related to engineering activities.

Working Conditions:

• Requires travel within Houston area: client offices (The Woodlands, TX), vendors, and EPCs.

• Requires travel to offshore oil and gas platforms/rigs.

• Field duties require outdoor work in an offshore industrial facility type atmosphere.

• Interaction with other team members, as well as supervisors and client personnel.

• Working around production machinery with potentially extreme noise levels.

• Must be able to wear safety equipment as required by the safety department for personal protection.

• May be at more than one job site in a day and must be able to tolerate climate changes.

• May be required to travel out of town on a periodic basis.

Physical Requirements (With or without Reasonable Accommodation):

• Must be able to lift and carry fifty (50) pounds.

• Willingness and ability to navigate offshore oil rigs (e.g. stairs & ladders).

• Willingness and ability to travel without limitation via helicopters and boats, including swing ropes and personnel baskets.

• Willingness and ability to work in extreme weather conditions and hazardous atmospheres with appropriate safety training and equipment provided.

• Sufficient clarity of speech and hearing or other communication capabilities which permit the employee to communicate effectively.

• Ability to sit for prolonged periods of time.

• Sufficient vision or other powers of observation which permits employee to conduct analysis and investigations.

• Sufficient manual dexterity which permit the employee to perform routine office duties.

• Sufficient personal mobility and physical reflexes to perform office duties and travel when necessary to off-site locations.

This job description is intended to indicate the kinds of tasks and levels of work difficulty required of the position given this title and shall not be construed as declaring what the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position shall be. It is not intended to limit or in any way modify the right of management to assign, direct and control the work of employees under supervision. The listing of duties and responsibilities shall not be held to exclude other duties not mentioned that are of similar kind or level of difficulty.