Automated Technologies - Project Manager

About Us: Automated Technologies, a sister company of Ellingson Plumbing, Heating, A/C & Electrical, is a leading construction and controls firm partnering with commercial, industrial, and institutional clients. We offer expertise in areas such as control system integration, mechanical systems, and electrical services.

We value integrity, dedication, family, service, and excellence. Our team takes pride in delivering high-quality work and exceptional service. Automated Technologies employees make a difference in our communities every day and are the cornerstone of our success. Our small team atmosphere makes working at Automated Technologies feel like home while still being large enough to provide opportunities for career growth.

Position Overview: Based in our Fargo or Alexandria offices, we are seeking an organized and experienced Automation Project Manager to join our team. The Automation Project Manager is responsible for planning, executing, and delivering mission-critical building automation systems for data center projects, ensuring reliability, redundancy, schedule adherence, and compliance with strict operational and owner requirements.

The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, committed to quality, and eager to contribute to our growing team. If you seek competitive pay, excellent benefits, and a company that values your expertise, we want to hear from you!

Key Responsibilities

This role manages the building automation scope from design coordination through commissioning and turnover, with a strong emphasis on risk management, change control, documentation, and system performance in always-on environments.

The Automation Project Manager responsibilities extend to scheduling, budgeting, design coordination, and commissioning support. The Automation Project Manager will ensure control strategies meet redundancy requirements and support system acceptance testing, integrated systems testing, and phased turnovers. The Automation Project Manager will also serve as the primary BAS point of contact, oversee documentation and owner training, and support installation staff development and performance evaluations.

The Automation Project Manager will also oversee or schedule the ordering of materials, resources, staffing, and subcontractors, while working closely with owners and contractors.

Qualifications

• 2–3+ years of BAS, controls, or mission-critical project management experience
• HVAC or electrical experience will also be considered
• Data center project experience preferred
• Strong understanding of data center mechanical and electrical systems
• Excellent project management and communication skills

• Proficient computer skills, specifically: Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Outlook and Adobe/Bluebeam

What We Offer

Competitive pay based on experience.

We offer three different health insurance plans. Our dental, vision, short-term disability, and life insurance plans are free. We offer a 401(k) plan with 3% match, paid time off, holidays and an annual uniform and boot allowance.

Our employees and their families are very important to us, and we sponsor regular events including employee breakfasts, fishing excursions, skeet, sporting events, holiday dinners, and other events throughout the year.

We also invest in our employees by providing onsite training and professional development opportunities.

Why Join Us?

At Automated Technologies, we are more than just a workplace, we are a family. We foster a supportive environment, prioritize work-life balance, and create opportunities for professional and personal growth. Join us as an Automation Project Manager and become part of a company committed to your success. We look forward to welcoming you to our team!