Lead Controls Project Manager

Post Date

Jul 21, 2026

Location

Dunwoody,
Georgia

ZIP/Postal Code

30346
US
Sep 20, 2026 Insight Global

Job Type

Contract-to-perm

Category

Electrical Engineering

Req #

HTD-5b770d6d-fe20-4e7a-a116-46b3919cc410

Pay Rate

$82 - $103 (hourly estimate)

Job Description

Insight Global is seeking Lead Controls Project Manager to support on a hyperscale data center. This role will be based out of our corporate headquarters in Atlanta, GA in order to work directly with our engineering consulting team. These roles will manage execution of BMS / BAS and EPMS controls delivery across design, submittals, procurement coordination, software development, installation support, commissioning readiness, issue resolution, reporting, and closeout.

Ideal Candidate Profile

The ideal candidate is a field-focused controls commissioning engineer who can execute testing safely, troubleshoot quickly, document accurately, and communicate clearly with project stakeholders. This person must be comfortable working in a high-activity data center construction environment where commissioning readiness, issue closure, and documentation accuracy directly impact final acceptance and turnover.

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Required Skills & Experience

15+ years of controls project management experience.

5+ years of leading and managing similar team projects.

Experience supporting BMS / BAS, EPMS, controls, automation, electrical, mechanical, commissioning, startup, or mission-critical field execution.

Ability to read and interpret control drawings, electrical drawings, mechanical drawings, points lists, wiring diagrams, network diagrams, and sequences of operation.

Hands-on troubleshooting experience with field devices, control panels, communication networks, instrumentation, alarms, graphics, and equipment interfaces.

Experience documenting test results, deficiencies, corrective actions, punch lists, redlines, and commissioning records.

Strong safety mindset, field communication skills, documentation discipline, and ability to work in an active construction environment.

Nice to Have Skills & Experience

Hyperscale data center, mission-critical facility, commissioning, controls, electrical, mechanical, or industrial automation experience.

Experience with Ignition SCADA, Allen-Bradley PLCs, BMS / BAS, EPMS, BACnet/IP, Modbus TCP, field instrumentation, and networked control devices.

Experience supporting L3–L5 commissioning, integrated systems testing, failure-mode testing, alarm validation, and owner / CxA witness testing.

Familiarity with Procore, SharePoint, Bluebeam, commissioning management tools, test scripts, punch list systems, or field documentation platforms.

OSHA, NFPA 70E, LOTO, electrical safety, commissioning, controls, or instrumentation-related certifications are preferred but not required.

Benefit packages for this role will start on the 1st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.