Automation and Controls Project Manager

Company : CDM Smith
Location : St Louis, MO, 63103
Posted Date : 3 October 2025
Job Type : Other
Category : Project Management
Occupation : Project Manager
Job Details
41335BR
nRequisition ID:
n41335BR
nBusiness Unit:
nTSU
nJob Description:
nCDM Smith has an exciting new opportunity for a Project Manager within our Automation Group. This role will provide project management for Automation design, programming, and construction projects. Projects may be multi-discipline and geographically dispersed across CDM Smith’s Automation Community of Practice. The candidate shall have an understanding of the Automation field and how the following types of projects are executed:
n• Basic to highly complex SCADA, controls, cyber security, instrumentation, and related systems designs that include P&IDs, control descriptions, and I&C specifications.
n• Master plans and needs assessment reports for SCADA systems and Cyber Security.
n• Preliminary Engineering Reports (PER) and Basis of Design Reports (BODR).
n• Leading the development of proposals including level of effort estimates (LOEs), client presentations, participation in proposal interviews, etc.
n• Implementation of SCADA system programming and integration including human-machine interface (HMI), programmable logic controllers (PLC), and network and workstation/server configuration.
nFor more information about our Project Management roles, tools, and culture, please visit this website
nThe final candidate:
n• Creates project definitions, schedules, budgets and objectives for projects using lessons learned. Prepares detailed statements of work with associated work breakdown structures and gains concurrence and approval from internal and external stakeholders.
n• Manages project costs and is responsible for ensuring profitability. Identifies, quantifies, and communicates residual risk (time and cost). Responsible for creating and reviewing client invoices with internal support from contract administrators.
n• Performs ongoing review of project status. On a regular basis, monitors project risks; identifies possible risks and recommends and implements risk mitigation solutions; escalates as appropriate. Manages project change using change management protocols.
n• Develops and implements project resource plan and manages the staffing of assigned projects. Determines and coordinates the proper staffing within the project including identification of outside resources needed (subs/vendors) and ensures procurement processing.
n• Builds, maintains and manages strong client relationships. Ensures client satisfaction by delivering quality, on-time project outcomes as a result of good planning and organizational skills; manages client expectations. Identifies opportunities for change.
n• Performs other duties as assigned.
nThis role can be based in Orlando, FL, Raleigh, NC, Columbus, OH, Pittsburgh, PA or Boston, MA.
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nJob Title:
nAutomation and Controls Project Manager
nGroup:
nISO
nEmployment Type:
nRegular
nMinimum Qualifications:
n• Bachelor's Degree.
n• 10 years of related experience. PMP (PMI), CCM or DBIA certification is required (within 12 months of hire or promotion onto the Approved Project Manager list).
nEquivalent additional directly related experience will be considered in lieu of a degree.
nDomestic and/or international travel may be required. The frequency of travel is contingent on specific duties, responsibilities, and the essential functions of the position, which may vary depending on workload and project demands.
nPreferred Qualifications:
n• Experience in Automation and Controls
nEEO Statement:
nWe attract the best people in the industry, supporting their efforts to learn and grow. We strive to create a challenging and progressive work environment. We provide career opportunities that span a variety of disciplines and geographic locations, with projects that our employees plan, design, build and operate as diverse as the needs of our clients. CDM Smith is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, pregnancy related conditions, childbirth and related medical conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression), national origin, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, citizenship status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
nWhy CDM Smith?:
nCheck out this video and find out why our team loves to work here! (
nJoin Us! CDM Smith – where amazing career journeys unfold.
nImagine a place committed to offering an unmatched employee experience. Where you work on projects that are meaningful to you. Where you play an active part in shaping your career journey. Where your co-workers are invested in you and your success. Where you are encouraged and supported to do your very best and given the tools and resources to do so. Where it’s a priority that the company takes good care of you and your family.
nOur employees are the heart of our company. As an employer of choice, our goal is to provide a challenging, progressive and inclusive work environment which fosters personal leadership, career growth and development for every employee. We value passionate individuals who challenge the norm, deliver world-class solutions and bring diverse perspectives. Join our team, and together we will make a difference and change the world.
nJob Site Location:
nUnited States - Nationwide
nAgency Disclaimer:
nAll vendors must have a signed CDM Smith Placement Agreement from the CDM Smith Recruitment Center Manager to receive
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