Project Manager, Program ​/ Project Manager, Operations Manager

Job Title:

Project Manager

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Mechanical Project Manager to oversee and manage projects from pre-construction to completion. This role requires a dynamic individual who can handle budgeting, scheduling, and vendor negotiations while ensuring project profitability and compliance with safety standards.

Responsibilities

* Manage the pre-construction, preplanning, and construction project scheduling process.

* Review and approve project budgets, including labor, material, and subcontractors, to determine resource allocation.

* Negotiate and create subcontractor contracts with external vendors.

* Oversee project finances, including profitability and cash flow management.

* Ensure overall job profitability and focus on cost completion relative to the initial job bid proposal.

* Resolve design conflicts in collaboration with engineers and architects.

* Lead strategic planning and manage project submittals, requests for information, and change orders.

* Implement monthly cost reports and accurate cost projections.

* Research and suggest construction means, methods, and timelines.

* Recognize and implement change orders as necessary.

* Approve payment supplier and subcontractor invoices.

* Ensure adherence to all health and safety standards, reporting any issues.

* Develop and maintain client relationships.

* Identify and pursue upcoming work opportunities.

* Manage CAD, fabrication, and field labor resources.

* Maintain a safe and clean working environment.

Essential Skills

* Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.

* Consistent dependability and availability.

* Ability to work in a fast-paced construction office environment.

* Organizational skills for document management related to work orders and personnel.

* Proficiency in Microsoft Projects, Office, Excel, Word, etc.

* Experience with Auto Bid, P6 Scheduler, and Bluebeam is preferred.

* Mechanical knowledge and project management expertise.

* Ability to train estimating staff on project management technical aspects.

* Understanding of company resource production capabilities.

* Proficiency in vendor and supplier solicitation during procurement.

* Capability to prepare a SWOT Analysis for current and future projects.

Additional

Skills & Qualifications

* Bachelor's degree from a four-year college or university, or 10+ years of related experience and/or training.

* 5 years of experience in the construction field leading projects up to $15 million in scope.

* Experience in mechanical piping.

* Experience in the pharma and healthcare sectors.

Work Environment

The role is based in a fast-paced construction office environment, requiring a strong ability to multitask and manage various aspects of project management efficiently. The position involves direct responsibility for subcontractors and indirect responsibility for field personnel and internal support services. The work environment demands adherence to safety standards and requires the use of various project management and construction software tools.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Apex, NC.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $53.00 - $67.00/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)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Apex,NC.

Final date to receive applications

This position is anticipated to close on Feb 4, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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