Project Manager

Job Title: Mechanical Project ManagerJob Description

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Mechanical Project Manager to lead and manage the pre-construction, pre-planning, and construction project scheduling process. The ideal candidate will oversee project budgets, negotiate subcontractor contracts, and ensure adherence to health and safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Manage the pre-construction, pre-planning, and construction project scheduling process.
• Review and approve project budgets, determining the allocation of resources from start to finish.
• Negotiate and create subcontractor contracts with external vendors.
• Manage project finances, including profitability and cash flow.
• Collaborate with engineers and architects to resolve design conflicts.
• Lead strategic planning and project submittal processes.
• Implement monthly cost reports and accurate cost projections.
• Research and suggest options on construction means, methods, and timelines.
• Approve payment supplier and subcontractor invoices.
• Ensure adherence to all health and safety standards.
• Maintain and develop client relationships.
• Identify and engage in pursuing upcoming work.
• Oversee CAD, fabrication, and field labor resources.
• Enforce procedures, rules, and regulations to maintain a safe working environment.

Essential Skills

• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Projects, Office, Excel, and Word.
• In-depth understanding of construction procedures and project management principles.
• Ability to organize and curate documents related to work orders and personnel.
• Aptitude to learn new systems and technologies.
• Mechanical knowledge and project management expertise.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 5+ years of experience in the construction field, leading projects up to $15 million.
• Experience with AutoBid, P6 Scheduler, and Bluebeam is preferred.
• Mechanical piping experience.
• Experience in the pharma and healthcare sectors.

Work Environment

The role involves working in a fast-paced construction office environment, requiring excellent organizational skills and the ability to coordinate with various stakeholders. The position requires consistent dependability and availability, with the potential to lead multiple projects simultaneously.

Job Type & Location

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

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $60.00 - $70.00/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.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 31, 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 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing winner for both client and talent service.

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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