Senior Project Manager (Automation)

At Cumming Group, you will work on some of the world's most exciting projects in a dynamic environment where your success is measured by the impact you make. We are one of the fastest-growing project and cost management consultancies in the United States, as reflected in our top 10 rankings in ENR. With over 60 offices globally, an extremely diverse project portfolio, and double-digit year-over-year revenue growth, the opportunities to make your mark are limitless!

Cumming Group is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Project Manager (Automation) for Auxiliary and Building Automation Systems on a greenfield client site. This role leads collaboration with our client's EPCM prime contractor representative (Work Package Owner) to ensure scope designs are implemented safely, functionally, and compliantly. Responsibilities include reviewing Engineering and Project documents (P&IDs, specifications, procedures, scope), bids, and driving subcontractor engagement throughout the design and installation phases. The role supports the EPCM WPO in submittal and RFIs administration, procurement, value engineering, and construction, including multi-trade coordination, performance tracking, means and method deviation approvals, and change request reviews. Furthermore, this position involves system walkdowns, construction test pack reviews, and support for turnover, shakedown, and system startup as necessary.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Review design drawings, specifications, and technical documents to ensure accuracy and feasibility for the following systems: Gas detection, Fire Alarm, Oxygen Monitoring, Data, Security and Honeywell BMS Systems.
• Provide technical expertise to resolve design and implementation challenges.
• Identify and resolve technical issues that arise during installation and operational phases.
• Develop and implement corrective actions to address system discrepancies.
• Enforce strict adherence to safety regulations and procedures in all aspects of electrical and instrumentation work.
• Act as the client's representative to review submittals from the AE for BAS and Auxiliary Systems.
• In early design phases provide guidance to the AE on site cabling infrastructure concepts.
• Ensure focus on the project's sustainability ambitions
• Ensure site wide coordination of cabling design solutions
• Assist in determining best main electrical routes and electrical route philosophy for the facility, assist with clash detection via 3D model throughout the design phase. assist with system boundary definition for ease of commissioning
• Review and participate in 3D model reviews of facility and large equipment modules,
• Review space coordination and equipment routing plans into the facility during construction phase.
• Participate in constructability reviews with site construction team.
• Review SOWs and RFPs for tendering of Auxiliary packages.
• Assist in review of selected contractor submittals and tendering advice in relation to the submittals from the main contracting engineering firm
• Facilitate and provide oversight of the reviews on and after the transition phase between engineering designers and selected contractors.
• Assist site construction teams and project controls teams for construction progress.
• Ensure acceptable quality of design and installations.
• Drive progress and coordination to ensure schedule, cost and quality targets are met.
  
  

Knowledge & Skills Required

• Experience with Honeywell Automation Systems is a must.
• Experience with commissioning, validation, and startup activities for E&I systems.
• Knowledge of automation and control systems.
• Strong knowledge of electrical and instrumentation engineering principles and standards.
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting technical drawings, P&IDs, and specifications.
• Demonstrated leadership and team management skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Hands-on experience with troubleshooting and resolving technical issues in E&I systems.
• Familiarity with relevant safety regulations, codes, and standards (e.g., NFPA, NEC, OSHA).
• Proficiency in project management methodologies and software.
  
  

Preferred Education And Experience

Education: BS in Construction Management, Engineering, QS, Architecture, or related field

Experience: 8 years of experience in Project Management, engineering, or construction management

Preferred Certification: CCM, PMP, PE, AIA, LEED

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