Senior Level Automation Project Manager Jobs

Senior level automation project manager jobs place experienced professionals in charge of setting program direction, owning delivery outcomes, and leading the cross-functional teams that execute complex automation initiatives. Roles are concentrated across Consulting & Professional Services, Staffing & Recruiting, and Technology & Software, with a mix of on-site, remote, and hybrid settings, and employers like FTI, ENFRA, and Jobot hiring at this level now.

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Top stateOhio
Top employerFTI
Top cityColumbus, OH
Work type80% On-site
Top industryConsulting

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FTI
Automation Project Manager
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FTI
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Automation Project Manager
FTI
Menasha, Wisconsin
Project & Program Management
Business Operations
Project Management
Program Management
On-Site
Bachelor's

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Siemens
Senior Building Automation Project Manager
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Siemens
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Senior Building Automation Project Manager
Siemens
San Antonio, Texas
Engineering (Non-Software)
Program Management
Project & Program Management
Project Management
$84k - $144k/yr
Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering
10,000+

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ENFRA
Building Automation Systems Project Representative
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ENFRA
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Building Automation Systems Project Representative
ENFRA
Charlotte, North Carolina
Compliance & Risk
Cybersecurity
Security Engineering
$102k - $136k/yr
On-Site
1,001-5,000

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PerkinElmer
Lead Automation Engineer, MES & Digital Systems - Project Farma
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Lead Automation Engineer, MES & Digital Systems - Project Farma
PerkinElmer
Columbus, Ohio
Engineering (Non-Software)
Technical Program Management
Remote (US)
Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering
5,001-10,000

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Jobot
BAS (Build Automation) Project Manager
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Jobot
Added 4mo ago
BAS (Build Automation) Project Manager
Jobot
Greenwood Village, Colorado
Project & Program Management
Project Management
$125k/yr
On-Site
None

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Senior Level Automation Project Manager Job Market

Who's Hiring

FTI
FTI1 open role
ENFRA
ENFRA1 open role
Jobot
Jobot1 open role

Top Industries Hiring

  • Consulting & Professional Services
  • Staffing & Recruiting
  • Technology & Software
  • Distribution & Wholesale
  • Healthcare & Medical Services

Senior Level Automation Project Manager Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions

How do I get a senior level automation project manager job?

Employers at this level look for demonstrated ownership of full-cycle automation programs, not just task execution. Candidates who stand out can point to specific outcomes they drove, such as scaled deployments, measurable efficiency gains, or frameworks they built from scratch. Experience leading cross-functional teams, managing vendor relationships, and translating business requirements into technical roadmaps gives applicants a clear edge over generalist project managers.

Which companies hire senior level automation project managers?

Companies hiring senior level automation project managers right now include FTI, ENFRA, and Jobot, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Hiring at this level tends to come from large enterprises running enterprise-wide automation programs, technology solution providers, and manufacturers investing in industrial process modernization.

Are there remote senior level automation project manager jobs?

Yes, though availability varies by industry and employer. About 20% of senior level automation project manager openings are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, reflecting strong demand for experienced program leaders who can coordinate distributed teams. Roles tied to physical plant operations or hardware deployment are more likely to require on-site presence.

What makes an automation project manager role senior level?

Senior level roles are defined by program ownership rather than task management. At this stage, professionals set technical direction, define governance frameworks, and are accountable for portfolio-wide outcomes. They mentor mid-level project managers, serve as the primary escalation point for stakeholders, and often shape how automation strategy connects to broader business objectives, well beyond executing a defined project plan.

Which industries hire the most senior level automation project managers?

Senior level automation project manager roles concentrate in Consulting & Professional Services, Staffing & Recruiting, and Technology & Software, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. These sectors drive hiring because they operate at a scale where automation programs require dedicated senior leadership to manage complexity, governance, and cross-organizational alignment.