Project Manager - Automation

Brock Solutions is an innovative engineering solutions and professional services company specializing in the design, build and implementation of real-time operational solutions for broad based industrial/manufacturing and transportation/logistics organizations worldwide. Some interesting areas we are exploring include industrial automation, machine learning, IIOT, cyber security, AI, robotics, and other technologies.

With approximately 1000 employees globally, Brock Solutions is a privately held, employee owned organization with over 30 years in the real-time operational solutions space.

As Brock Solutions continues to grow and respond to the on-going requirements of major clients, we need to add talent to our base of outstanding professionals. We are currently seeking a Project Manager - Automation to join our team of experienced professionals located in Chicago, IL.

Working with other highly motivated Engineers, you will take on a project manager role, implementing real time control system and automation solutions in a critical operational capacity.

Employee-owned company with profit sharing, comprehensive benefits, company events and charitable initiatives, a diverse workplace, BBQs and Lunch and Learns, Sports teams, Group fitness initiatives, and a "We win as a Team" culture are just some of the reasons our employees love working at Brock!

Brock Solutions offers a flexible work environment that includes a combination of at home, in the office, and on-site options such that individuals can balance work and life. In the end, the intent is to enable you and your team to work effectively and collaboratively to produce results that matter.

Why Work at Brock?

• Competitive Compensation Package
• Profit Sharing
• Extended Health Benefits
• Continuous Career Growth
• Flexible Working Hours
• Company Events and Celebrations
• Travel Opportunities

Responsibilities may include

• Financial responsibility on projects between $500k and $10M
• Managing the clients' expectations and communication needs to the project team
• Managing scope internally (with the project team) and externally (with the client)
• Managing resource assignments and utilization for all assigned resources
• Creation and management of project schedules
• Ensuring harmonious working relationships with our key partners
• Identifying risks and roadblocks to the successful completion of the project and work with Management to resolve
• Ensuring quality of the end solution through implementation of our standard project and development processes

Job Requirements

• 3+ years of experience in a leadership role on controls automation projects
• Experience managing projects in manufacturing industries would be an asset
• Must be customer focused and action oriented
• Excellent organization skills
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
• Ability to work effectively in a team based project environment
• Experience with Microsoft Office and Microsoft Project is an asset
• College diploma or University degree in relevant field of study (Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Systems Design, Automation, Industrial Engineering or related fields)
• This position does require travel (approximately 30%)

Other Relevant Job Information (if applicable)

We appreciate your interest in joining our team.

Please note that: (a) all applicants must be legally entitled to work in the country where the position is located; and (b) some roles require eligibility for government security clearances or site access, which may require citizenship or lawful permanent resident status under the applicable policies and regulations.

Brock Solutions strives to create a respectful, accessible and inclusive work environment. Upon individual request, Brock Solutions will endeavour to remove barriers to the hiring process to accommodate those candidates with disabilities.

Please be advised that, outside of our official applicant tracking system, Brock Solutions will never solicit personal information upfront. We send formal offer documentation in writing first, and wait until your acceptance before aking for any additional personal information.