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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # IDMS Implementation Manager - **Company:** PROtect LLC - **Location:** United States (Remote available) - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Microsoft Excel, Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Artificial Intelligence, Big Data, Spreadsheets, Computerized Maintenance Management Systems, Databases, Data Conversion, Database Storage Structures, Microsoft Office, Standard Sql, SAP (Applications), Software Deployment, Product Software Implementation Methods, Data Management, Tools for Reporting - **Published:** August 2, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=1496b40a064d9845 ## About the Role * Demonstrated experience implementing and/or administering industrial IDMS platforms. * Strong understanding of refinery and petrochemical mechanical integrity programs. * Working knowledge of: * API 510 * API 570 * API 653 * API 580/581 Risk-Based Inspection * Experience with inspection planning, corrosion management, and RBI programs. * Experience performing or managing large-scale data migration and data conversion projects. * Experience organizing and validating historical inspection records and engineering documentation. * Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills. * Proven project management experience with multiple concurrent client projects. * Proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel., * Experience with multiple IDMS platforms (SHIELD, PCMS, GE APM/Meridium, Antea, Pinnacle, Visions/Emerson, or similar). * Familiarity with SAP, Maximo, or other CMMS platforms. * Knowledge of SQL, database structures, or reporting tools. What We're Looking For The ideal candidate is a technical leader who enjoys solving complex data and implementation challenges while mentoring a growing team. They are equally comfortable discussing API inspection requirements with a chief inspector, planning a large-scale software deployment, or managing project schedules and client expectations. ## Description PROtect LLC is seeking an experienced IDMS Implementation & Operations Manager to lead the execution of industrial inspection data management system (IDMS) projects for refining, petrochemical, pipeline, and other industrial clients. This individual will supervise technical personnel while managing the implementation, configuration, conversion, and ongoing support of industry-leading IDMS platforms, including SHIELD and other inspection management systems. The successful candidate will possess a unique combination of mechanical integrity expertise, software implementation experience, project management skills, and team leadership abilities. This position plays a critical role in delivering high-quality solutions that improve the reliability and integrity of our clients' assets. Primary Responsibilities * Lead and supervise IDMS implementation projects from kickoff through client acceptance. * Manage multiple implementation teams, schedules, budgets, and project deliverables. * Plan and execute data conversions from legacy inspection databases and spreadsheets into IDMS platforms. * Oversee the collection, organization, quality review, and digitization of hard-copy inspection records. * Configure equipment hierarchies, circuits, inspection plans, corrosion loops, damage mechanisms, and inspection histories. * Coordinate with client mechanical integrity, inspection, reliability, and maintenance personnel. * Review data quality and ensure consistency with API and client standards. * Develop implementation procedures, work instructions, and quality control processes. * Mentor and supervise implementation specialists, analysts, and project personnel. * Provide technical support during system startup, user acceptance testing, and client training. * Identify opportunities for process improvement and automation using emerging technologies and AI-assisted workflows. ## Related Videos - [Why make use of an integration platform in today's software developments and infrastructure?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/758-why-make-use-of-an-integration-platform-in-today-s-software-developments-and-infrastructure) - [Kubernetes and Microservices with Multi-Model Databases](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/382-kubernetes-and-microservices-with-multi-model-databases) - [Alibaba Big Data and Machine Learning Technology](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/37-alibaba-big-data-and-machine-learning-technology) - [Launching a marketplace on-time: A lesson in taking shortcuts using spreadsheets!](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/477-launching-a-marketplace-on-time-a-lesson-in-taking-shortcuts-using-spreadsheets) - [Security Pitfalls for Software Engineers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/726-security-pitfalls-for-software-engineers) - [Fault Tolerance and Consistency at Scale: Harnessing the Power of Distributed SQL Databases](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1146-fault-tolerance-and-consistency-at-scale-harnessing-the-power-of-distributed-sql-databases) ## Related Articles - [How We Built a Worry-Free System That Runs for 10+ Years – And What We’d Do Again](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/751-how-we-built-a-worry-free-system-that-runs-for-10-years-and-what-we-d-do-again) - [Now is the time for industrialized software development](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/601-now-is-the-time-for-industrialized-software-development) - [Dev Digest 164: AI Agents, AI Blindspots and MCP security problems](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/578-dev-digest-164-ai-agents-ai-blindspots-and-mcp-security-problems) - [Dev Digest 121 - AI goes offline](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/456-dev-digest-121-ai-goes-offline) - [Dev Digest 162: AI careers, MCP, AWS best practices & floppy sweaters](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/571-dev-digest-162-ai-careers-mcp-aws-best-practices-floppy-sweaters) - [Dev Digest 212: WebMCP or MCP, What is DevRel, AI's 10% Productivity Boost, and a 49MB Web Page…](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/717-dev-digest-212-webmcp-or-mcp-what-is-devrel-ai-s-10-productivity-boost-and-a-49mb-web-page)