Technical Project Manager – Process Automation, Control Systems

Responsibilities

• Lead projects in Italy & EastMed region from opportunity development through to final delivery to the customer, with responsibility for overall project scope, resources, execution, and delivery, focusing on meeting technical and contractual objectives.
• Ensure project delivery in line with its technical and contractual scope, optimizing costs and timelines by managing execution plans, activity planning, cost estimation, risks and opportunities, and communication protocols with the customer.
• Coordinate technical activities for smaller projects (< €2M).
• Ensure project financial performance, including monthly reviews, monitoring actual costs versus estimated costs, invoicing and collections, scope variations (change orders), and contract negotiations to improve financial and operational metrics.
• Establish and manage customer relationships, anticipating and resolving issues to ensure high levels of satisfaction, involving necessary departments proactively.
• Collaborate with internal functions (Engineering, Sourcing, Proposal & Estimation, Manufacturing, Lifecycle Solutions & Services) to resolve issues, ensure quality, validate estimates, optimize execution, ensure proper project closure, and maximize service opportunities.

Requirements

• Degree in Engineering or equivalent.
• 7+ years of technical experience in automation and control and at least 5 years in project management.
• Proven experience with EPC project contract management.
• Experience in ICSS (Integrated Control and Safety Systems) and/or TSI (Telecommunications and Security Integration) is considered a plus.
• Strong knowledge of project operations and financial processes, including cost control, risk management, and performance monitoring.
• Excellent leadership and communication skills, with the ability to motivate teams, communicate clearly, and value the contributions of others.
• Ability to manage risks and solve problems while maintaining performance and driving continuous improvement.
• Good proficiency in digital tools and MS Office.
• Fluent in Italian and with a good level of English.