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Ready to lead the charge on mission-critical infrastructure? DLB is seeking a hands-on Senior Automation Field Supervisor to drive high-stakes data center builds from the ground up\u2014coordinating multi-discipline teams, managing fast-paced installations, and delivering cutting-edge BAS/PLC/SCADA systems. If you're a decisive leader with deep technical expertise and thrive under pressure, this is your opportunity to make an impact in a high-growth industry.

Position Title: Senior Automation Field Supervisor \u2013 Critical Infrastructure

Position Location: Must relocate to or live in Atlanta, GA

Salary

DLB recognizes salary ranges from job boards do not necessarily reflect our pay ranges. In many instances we out-compete those ranges for well-qualified candidates.

Job Summary

The Senior Automation Field Supervisor is a boots\u2011on\u2011the\u2011ground leader for hyperscale and colocation data\u2011center builds ranging from 40\u202FMW to 200\u202FMW. You will orchestrate multi\u2011discipline technical field crews\u2014BAS technicians, PLC Software Engineers, SCADA Engineers, low\u2011voltage electricians, and commissioning agents\u2014to deliver fully integrated PLC, DDC, and SCADA solutions on aggressive speed\u2011to\u2011market schedules.

Once project mobilization occurs you will oversee all execution on site including installation, BIM team coordination, L2 install testing, L3 start\u2011up, Level\u202F4 functional testing, and Level\u202F5 Integrated Systems Testing (IST) for BAS/PLC/SCADA scope.

You will serve as primary site contact for GC superintendents, owner construction managers, and mechanical and electrical equipment startup and service teams. You will own execution of STC field toolkits including project management tools integration, BIM\u202F360, digital pre\u2011task planning, Safety program execution and reporting \u2014 and drive lessons learned into corporate playbooks.

This person will communicate and operate in line with organizational goals and values, as well as departmental objectives.

Essential Functions

Construction and Installation Management (40%)

+ Develop 3\u2011week look\u2011ahead schedules for automation, electrical, and network tasks; coordinate with GC master schedule

+ Direct field crews on conduit / cable tray installation, panel mounting, device terminations, network bus terminations, and copper and fiber pulls

+ Enforce QA/QC checkpoints for installation and automation scope

+ Direct and monitor subcontractors (onsite and offsite) including scheduling, resource management and coordination of construction and start-up services as needed.

Startup, Commissioning, and IST Coordination (25%)

+ Coordinate Level\u202F2 installation QA checks, Level 3 point\u2011to\u2011point checkout, Level\u202F4 functional testing, and Level\u202F5 IST with internal and external stakeholders including commissioning authority

+ Manage testing documentation and help drive issue closure with technical staff to ensure schedule compliance

Safety, Risk and Change Management (15%)

+ Champion NFPA\u202F70E and OSHA compliance; chair daily toolbox and weekly safety stand\u2011downs

+ Develop Methods of Procedure (MOPs) and Energized Work Permits; manage live system cutovers

+ Identify scope gaps, draft RFIs, and prepare field change orders for project manager

Client and Stakeholder Relations (10%)

+ Lead Big\u2011Room coordination meetings with construction teams

+ Manage site project communication and reporting including site progress updates, 3-week lookaheads, and multimedia collection for DLB staff, subcontractors and vendors

+ Lead progress walks and present risk mitigation plans to GC and owner executives during site walks.

Team Development and Continuous Improvement (10%)

+ Mentor field technicians and project management staff on constructability of larger complex builds

+ Capture lessons learned and update STC field execution standards and digital workflows.

Completion of Assigned Tasks and Deliverables on Time and on Budget

Performs Other Related Duties as Assigned

Requirements

Position Requirements (Advanced level for all the following)

+ Multi\u2011discipline Expertise: Background as BAS technician, PLC programmer, and / or electrical foreman\u2014with proven skill in low\u2011voltage terminations, conduit routing, loop testing, and network troubleshooting

+ Project Controls: Proficient in working within construction management platforms and tools such as Procore, BIM\u202F360/Autodesk Build, P6 or MS\u202FProject, and Power\u202FBI dashboards for field metrics.

+ Codes & Standards: Deep familiarity with Uptime Institute Tier\u202FIII/IV, NFPA\u202F70E, NEC, ISA\u202F88/95, ISA/IEC\u202F62443, UL\u202F508A.

+ Soft Skills: Authoritative leadership, decisive under schedule pressure, clear communicator with both trades and C\u2011suite clients.

+ Certifications: OSHA\u202F30, NFPA\u202F70E Qualified Person, PMP, NICET\u202FIII/IV (Industrial Instrumentation), Rockwell CREST.

+ Skilled at using MS Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, Teams), along with exceptional organizational skills for file management

+ Skilled in completing assignments accurately and with attention to detail

+ Ability to work successfully in a remote environment thru effective communication and organizational skills, self-motivation, proactiveness and resourcefulness in a distraction free workspace

+ Ability to interpret AE construction drawings, BAS shop drawings, manufacturers wiring diagrams, standards documentation, submittals and product data sheets

+ Ability to follow company and site safety requirements

+ Ability to analyze and prepare documents, reports and correspondence

+ Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written form (technical and non-technical information)

+ Ability to communicate effectively directly with clients and at times serve as primary point of client contact

+ Ability to work under pressure and meet close deadlines

+ Ability to plan effectively and delegate the work of others

+ Ability to achieve certification for NFPA70E and / or OSHA training as required

+ Ability to maintain jobsite and keep it organized

+ Organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously

Physical Demands

The following physical demands must be met by the employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is

+ Frequently manipulating, moving or grasping small parts, devices or tools

+ Frequently required to remain in a stationary position

+ Frequently moving through office, critical facility and other environments (such as low temperatures, high temperatures and outdoor elements such as precipitation and wind), including tight and confined spaces

+ Frequently descending / ascending stairs and ladders to access equipment

+ On occasion the employee may be required to position self under or over equipment

+ On occasion the employee may move equipment weighing up to 50 pounds.

Travel / Relocation Requirements

+ Daily travel to project sites in local region for duration of projects

+ Willing to work extended hours and night shifts during critical cutovers and IST windows.

+ Up to 25% travel to other jobsite locations, this may include travel to any of the 50 US states

+ Travel is defined as physically leaving home on behalf of business activities including but not limited to client sites, meetings with other employees, meeting for business development purposes, running errands on behalf of the business, attending industry conferences, etc.

+ Must relocate to or live in the following regions: Atlanta, GA

Education / Experience Requirements

+ Associate's or Bachelor's in Engineering, Construction Management, Electrical Technology, or related field

PLUS

+ Minimum of eight years of experience with hands-on installation, testing, validation, construction management, subcontractor management, and troubleshooting of PLC-based BAS and EPMS automation systems in mission critical buildings.

Benefits

Benefits

DLB Associates offers a very competitive benefits package; highlights include

• Choice of comprehensive medical plans (including two PPO-style plans and a HDHP w/ HSA option)

• Health reimbursement account (HRA), flex spending accounts (FSA)

• Dental and vision plans

• Comprehensive medical, dental and vision benefits extended to spouse / domestic partner and dependent children up to age 26

• 401k with company match and self-directed brokerage account option

• PTO including additional paid time off during the last week of the year

• Company paid life insurance coverage for employees and their eligible dependents

• Short and long-term disability, AD&D coverage

• Professional development opportunities, tuition reimbursement and professional licensing assistance

• Paid parental leave after one year of employment

DLB Associates is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and participates in the E-Verify program with the Department of Homeland Security. We encourage diversity in our workforce.

Are you ready to challenge yourself and redefine standards in the AEC industry? Apply now and join our award-winning team!

NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES:

DLB does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or other staffing services. Unsolicited resumes include any resume or hiring document sent to DLB in the absence of a signed Service Agreement where DLB has expressly requested recruitment/staffing services specific to the position at hand. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers or other business leaders, will become the property of DLB and DLB will have the right to hire that candidate without reservation \u2013 no fee or other compensation will be owed or paid to the recruiter, employment agency, or other staffing service.