Controls Project Manager

Controls Project Manager

Controls Project Manager

Travel: Up to 75% of the time (remote flexibility)

Position Overview
The Controls Project Manager will lead the planning, design, implementation, and commissioning of industrial control system projects. This role coordinates engineering resources, manages schedules and budgets, ensures technical quality, and serves as the primary client contact for controls-related work. The ideal candidate combines hands-on PLC/HMI programming experience with proven project management skills and knowledge of liquid handling systems, valves, and pumps.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead controls engineering projects from scope development through commissioning and handover, ensuring projects are delivered on time, on budget, and to quality standards.
• Develop and manage project schedules, budgets, resource plans, and risk registers; report project status to stakeholders and senior management.
• Supervise and coordinate internal engineers, contractors, and integrators; assign tasks and monitor progress to meet milestones.
• Design and review PLC and HMI programming strategies, control system architecture, I/O lists, and wiring diagrams to meet process requirements.
• Perform or oversee programming, configuration, and troubleshooting of PLCs and HMIs; ensure code standards, version control, and documentation are maintained.
• Plan and execute FAT (Factory Acceptance Testing), SAT (Site Acceptance Testing), commissioning, and start-up activities; lead root cause analysis and corrective actions as needed.
• Coordinate procurement and installation of control panels, instrumentation, valves, pumps, and related components; verify vendor deliverables and FAT results.
• Ensure compliance with safety, regulatory, and quality standards; develop and enforce control system cybersecurity and maintenance procedures.
• Maintain clear client communication, lead technical meetings, prepare progress reports, and manage change orders and contracts.
• Support continuous improvement by capturing lessons learned, refining engineering practices, and mentoring junior staff.

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Electrical, Control Systems, Mechanical Engineering, or related field, or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years of controls engineering experience with at least 2+ years in a project management role or leading multi-discipline projects.
• Proven hands-on experience with PLC programming (e.g., Allen-Bradley, Siemens, or similar) and HMI development and configuration.
• Strong knowledge of liquid handling systems, including valves, pumps, flow control, and related instrumentation.
• Experience with PLC/HMI commissioning, troubleshooting, and field wiring practices.
• Familiarity with control system documentation standards, version control, and testing procedures (FAT/SAT).
• Demonstrated project management skills including schedule and budget management; PMP or similar certification is a plus.
• Excellent communication, client-facing, and leadership skills; ability to coordinate multidisciplinary teams and manage stakeholders.
• Willingness to travel to client sites for commissioning and support as required; valid drivers license and ability to work in industrial environments.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and basic life insurance coverage (no payroll deduction)

Voluntary vision insurance 

Voluntary term life insurance 

Voluntary short-term and long-term disability

Voluntary group accident insurance 

PTO and Paid Holidays

401(k) plan

- For this position, you must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for sponsorship for a non-immigrant visa. This job was first posted by CyberCoders on 10/30/2026 and applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the position is filled or closed.Everforth CyberCoders is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, status as a crime victim, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Our hiring process includes AI screening for keywords and minimum qualifications, and a virtual recruiter as part of the application process. A human recruiter reviews all results. Click here for details on our virtual recruiter .  Everforth CyberCoders will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local law, including but not limited to the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the California Fair Chance Act. Everforth CyberCoders is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. Individuals needing special assistance or an accommodation while seeking employment can contact a member of our Human Resources team at Benefits@CyberCoders.com to make arrangements.

Salary

$100000 - $150000 USD per year