Project Manager, Operations Manager

Job Title:

Project Manager IIIJob Description

We are seeking an experienced Project Manager III to lead the end-to-end build-out of a 7000 sq. ft. reliability testing lab. This lab is purpose-built to subject hardware to the world's most demanding environmental conditions in pursuit of building the world's most trusted hardware. The greenlit project is underway and we need a driven, detail-oriented Project Manager to bring it across the finish line on time.

This is a high-visibility cross-functional role requiring daily coordination across global real estate facilities, engineering development teams, and external equipment vendors. The ideal candidate thrives in complex, multi-stakeholder environments and has a proven track record of delivering technical facility projects on schedule.

Responsibilities

+ Own and drive the full project lifecycle for a 7000 sq. ft. lab build-out from construction coordination through equipment commissioning.

+ Develop and maintain a detailed project schedule, proactively identifying bottlenecks, dependencies, and critical path risks before they impact delivery.

+ Serve as the primary coordination point between facilities teams, engineering development stakeholders, and equipment vendors, ensuring alignment, clear communication, and timely decision-making.

+ Track and communicate project status, milestones, and risks to leadership through regular written updates and status reports.

+ Assign responsibilities, manage action items, and hold stakeholders accountable to commitments across parallel work streams.

+ Coordinate procurement and delivery timelines for capital equipment to align with construction phases.

+ Facilitate resolution of scheduling conflicts, resource constraints, and scope changes with a bias toward on-time delivery.

Essential Skills

+ Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Project Management, or a related field.

+ 7 years of project management experience with demonstrated success delivering complex, multi-stakeholder projects on time.

+ Experience managing facilities, lab, or technical construction projects.

+ Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple concurrent work streams.

+ Excellent written and verbal communication skills, comfortable presenting status to senior leadership.

Additional

Skills & Qualifications

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Experience with lab facility development, commissioning, or build-out projects.

+ Familiarity with MEP (mechanical, electrical, plumbing) construction coordination.

+ PMP certification or equivalent.

+ Experience working with real estate/facilities teams and external vendors.

+ Background in hardware development, test engineering, or R&D environments.

+ MBA is a plus.

Work Environment

The role involves coordinating with multiple teams and vendors in a dynamic and fast-paced environment. The project manager will be responsible for ensuring the lab is built to meet high standards of reliability testing for hardware. The position requires managing timelines, resolving conflicts, and maintaining clear communication with stakeholders. Dress code is business casual.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Seattle, WA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $70.00 - $72.00/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 Seattle,WA.

Final date to receive applications

This position is anticipated to close on Mar 9, 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.

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