SummaryWe are recruiting for an Automation Project Manager who will be responsible for the execution of the entire automation scope of projects, with a large focus on Process and Safety Systems across all project components, and facilities. This role allows the incumbent the challenge of delivering a holistic OnePlant Automation Solution, from sensor to cloud, for large industrial facilities across a broad set of industries. Reporting to the Manager, Operations - Systems, Software & Solutions, you will lead a team to successfully deliver engineering design, configuration, integration, procurement, manufacturing, commissioning and start-up, and handover to Lifecycle services.
Working directly with customers, EPCs, OEMs and other third-party contractors, the successful candidate will manage multiple projects simultaneously, directing local and remote project teams. A key focus for this role will include customer relationship management, risk management and contract/interface management.
Role and Responsibilities- Customer relationship management and satisfaction
- Project risk identification and management
- Contract and interface management
- Managing scope, cost, schedule, integrated change control and quality in a fast-paced, agile environment
- Accountable for project financials and reporting
- Engaging with project pursuit personnel (Business Development and Sales) to produce quality proposals that allow for seamless transition to project execution
- Provide leadership for the lifecycle of a project from sales handover to delivery of a quality solution, delivered to the Customer on time and on budget
- Accountable for engineering and design resources to ensure project scope is met
- Influencing project stakeholders to produce results in the best interest of the Customer and Spartan
- Experience with automation solutions, continuous historians, enterprise solutions, cloud connectivity, IT/OT and cybersecurity
- Experience with electrical systems, control panels, modular buildings, and integration of these components into a complete solution
- Interfacing and leading Spartan's manufacturing team, outsourced entities, and third-party contractors to produce a quality solution
- Strong collaboration with internal and external project stakeholders
Qualifications and Skills- Degree in Engineering, Computer Sciences or similar with P.Eng. or P.L.(Eng.) designation, or diploma in Engineering with CET or RET designation
- Project Management Professional (PMI-PMP) certification required
- Expert-level knowledge of project management processes, industry business drivers and customer relations
- Risk Management Professional (PMI-RMP), Program Management Professional (PMI-PgMP) considered assets
- Agile Project Management/Certification considered an asset
- 12+ years relevant industry experience
- 5+ years acting as a Senior Project Manager
- Proven record managing increasingly complex projects with successful customer outcomes
- Ability to work proactively in a fast-paced team environment and work to timelines
- Strong negotiating skills; exceptional verbal and written communication
- Extensive and exceptional customer relationship/service practices
- Strong leadership skills, with ability to effectively work in team environment
- High-level technical skills and willingness to learn
- Proven organization and prioritization abilities
- Entrepreneurial work ethic, self-starter with a desire to thrive in a fast-paced team environment
- Willingness to travel; travel to customer sites may be required
This position has been deemed Safety Sensitive. As such, the successful candidate will be required to pass a pre-employment Alcohol and Drug test.
Spartan recognizes that there are many ways in which candidates develop knowledge, abilities, and competencies throughout their careers. We encourage applications from candidates with a variety of backgrounds and we do consider qualifications and competencies that are equivalent to those specifically mentioned above.
Close Date: July 5, 2026 (11:59 pm MDT)
Requisition ID: 1825
