Project Manager

Construction Project Manager

Job Description

The Project Manager – Mechanical/Heavy Industrial & Wastewater is responsible for leading assigned construction projects, partnering with field operations, and providing technical support to ensure safe, on-schedule, and profitable project completion.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to and promote all Company Safety Policies and the Company Code of Conduct.
• Plan, organize, and staff key field positions through regional department heads to achieve the best allocation of resources within a defined budget to meet project expectations.
• Establish project objectives, policies, procedures, and performance standards according to the Pre-Planning Process outlined in the company Policy.
• Initiate and maintain liaison with prime client and NE contacts, to facilitate construction activities.
• Monitor and control construction through administrative direction of on-site Superintendent to ensure the project is built on schedule and within budget; investigate potentially serious situations and implement corrective measures.
• Represent the company in project meetings and assist in labor negotiations and strategy meetings.
• Manage financial aspects of contracts, including fee payment, purchases, rental equipment, income/expenses, and change orders to protect the company's interest while maintaining a good relationship with the client.
• Support all company reporting functions such as weekly reports, timecards, and annual reviews.
• Protect the company from improper 'At-Risk' activities, especially monitoring adherence to all safety procedures.
• Manage both Design Build and Bid Build projects, including managing the design process for the Design/Build process.
• Collaborate with Superintendents, on-site crews, and subcontractors to drive safe, timely, and high-quality project delivery.

Essential Skills

• Bachelor's Degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field.
• 10+ years of progressive construction management leadership experience with responsibility on projects $7.5MM or more.
• Expertise in construction methodologies, design principles, financial management, and delivery practices.
• Knowledge of structural, mechanical, electrical, civil, and building systems.
• Demonstrated leadership excellence; highly organized and decisive.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills with clients, subcontractors, and consultants.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with change orders, RFIs, and submittals.
• Experience in industrial and wastewater projects.
• Proficiency in Bluebeam, Microsoft or P6, and Procore.

Work Environment

The role involves working in an office with on-site visits as needed. There is a potential for hybrid work flexibility after 90 days of employment

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Auburn, MA.

The pay range for this position is $64.90 - $72.12/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a hybrid position in Auburn,MA.

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 15, 2026.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I is embedded into our culture through:

• Hiring diverse talent
• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

Actalent is an equal opportunity employer.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services. For more than 40 years, we’ve helped visionary companies advance their goals. Headquartered in the United States, our teams span 150 offices across North America, EMEA, and APAC—with four delivery centers in India led by 1,000+ extraordinary employees who connect their passion with purpose every day.

Our Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai delivery centers are hubs of engineering expertise, with core capabilities in mechanical and electrical engineering, systems and software, and manufacturing engineering. Our teams deliver work across multiple industries including transportation, consumer and industrial products, and life sciences. We serve more than 4,500 clients, including many Fortune 500 brands. Learn more about how we can work together at actalentservices.com.