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Industrial Project Manager – Industrial Controls

Raleigh, North Carolina | Hybrid

Lead Industrial Controls Projects From Start to Finish

Our client is growing and seeking an experienced Industrial Project Manager to join its Industrial Controls team in Raleigh. This is an opportunity for an electrical or industrial controls professional who knows how to manage people, budgets, schedules, customers, and technical projects from kickoff through closeout.

If you have hands-on industrial controls experience and are ready to take ownership of complex projects, manage a team, and build lasting customer relationships, this is an opportunity to make an impact.

What You’ll Do

Manage industrial controls projects, trades, budgets, schedules, and customer requirements.

Lead projects from initial scope through successful completion and closeout.

Provide technical and management guidance to project teams and field personnel.

Develop scope proposals based on project estimates.

Coordinate equipment and material purchasing.

Monitor project performance, profitability, timelines, and customer satisfaction.

Identify and resolve project issues before they impact cost or schedule.

Lead and coordinate teams of 10+ employees .

Attend customer, jobsite, and internal project meetings.

Maintain strong relationships with customers, employees, contractors, and business partners.

Track sales activities and forecast opportunities through CRM.

Visit customer locations and jobsites regularly.

Promote a strong culture of safety on every project.

What You Bring

7+ years of electrical industrial controls or related trade experience.

High school diploma.

Industrial automation and controls integration experience.

Knowledge of UL 508A panel shop solutions .

Ability to read and understand electrical control and power schematics.

Understanding of electrical design and engineering estimates.

Experience with industrial manufacturing and/or food processing applications.

Strong project scheduling, financial management, and budgeting skills.

Experience managing multiple projects and competing deadlines.

Leadership and team management experience.

Strong negotiation, problem-solving, communication, and organizational skills.

Electrical installation, systems integration, or supervisory experience preferred.

Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project, and Google Workspace.

Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record.

OSHA-30 certification required within six months of hire if not already certified.

Why Join Our Client?

Our client offers more than a job. You’ll join an established organization with a strong reputation in specialty contracting and systems integration, while having access to career development, competitive benefits, and a hybrid work environment.

Benefits include:

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Flexible spending accounts

Life and disability insurance

Mental health and family support resources

401(k) with company match and profit sharing

Generous PTO and paid holidays

Educational assistance and professional development

Paid parental leave

Potential bonus and incentive programs

Community involvement opportunities

Hybrid work flexibility after an initial 90-day in-office period

Build Your Next Career Move

You’ll work alongside engineers, technicians, project teams, customers, and business partners while managing projects that directly impact industrial operations.

If you're an industrial controls professional who is ready to lead projects, manage teams, solve problems, and build customer relationships , apply today.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Automationtechies is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing a workplace free from unlawful discrimination and harassment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, citizenship or immigration status where protected by law, marital status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Work Authorization and Visa Sponsorship

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Employment-based visa sponsorship is not available for this position, either now or in the future.