About the job
Automation is a forward-thinking engineering firm that excels in delivering tailored solutions for low voltage electrical power systems and data center facilities. As a hub of knowledge, we collaborate closely with our clients to innovate and implement custom solutions.
With a dedicated team of over 80 professionals, we pride ourselves on our ability to provide high-quality applications and are continually expanding our expertise. We invest deeply in both our clients and our employees, offering comprehensive on-the-job training from the outset and ongoing personal guidance to support your professional growth.
As part of our growth strategy, we are seeking a Project Manager for our Data Center Facilities division. If you've ever dreamt of contributing to a project for CERN but thought Geneva was out of reach, this opportunity is closer than you think!
Your Responsibilities:
As a Project Manager, you will oversee the delivery of Automation's prefabricated data center solutions, from customer order through to installation, commissioning, and final acceptance on site.
You will manage customer relationships as the primary point of contact within the company, liaising effectively between clients and various internal departments including Engineering, Supply Chain, Production, and Service.
You will lead and motivate a project team composed of Sales, Engineering, Supply Chain, Production, and Service representatives, ensuring that projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards, leaving customers satisfied.
Your Main Tasks:
Evaluate technical and commercial proposals to ensure they meet project execution requirements.
Manage the entire project lifecycle: from contract review to engineering, procurement, production, installation, commissioning, and handover to Service.
Facilitate coordination between sales, engineering, supply chain, production, and installation teams.
Assess and challenge technical documents to ensure feasibility and compliance with quality standards and customer expectations.
Maintain consistent communication with customers, internal stakeholders, and external partners (contractors, suppliers).
Organize and lead project status meetings, steering committee meetings, and escalation meetings as necessary.
Ensure all deliverables meet Automation's engineering standards and contractual obligations to customers.
Oversee project financials, including costs, invoicing, and other financial metrics.
