Actalent
Job Title: Lead Project Manager
Job Description
We are seeking a dynamic Lead Project Manager to lead Water and Wastewater industrial projects, infrastructure, and building facilities nationwide.
This position requires collaboration with engineering and business development teams to develop project scopes and construction plans.
The role involves budgeting, scheduling, estimating costs, and overseeing subcontractors and vendors during the bid process.
Effective communication with customers and project team members is essential.
Responsibilities
Create and manage schedules to ensure all projects are delivered on time.
Oversee day-to-day operations from pre-construction through project completion and warranty periods on all assigned projects.
Establish, manage, and provide leadership to project teams and clients.
Adhere to safety programs, trainings, and policies, and promote Safety & Health performance for project team members, subcontractors, and vendors.
Assist engineering teams with scope development and cost budgeting/estimating.
Create budgets and maintain control and accurate projections of project costs.
Purchase materials and equipment as needed.
Manage changes to the project scope, schedule, and budget and keep clients informed.
Conduct construction administration including contracts, purchase orders, change orders, submittals, RFIs, owner training, project closeout, and as-built documentation.
Identify potential issues and solve problems.
Mentor team members assigned within your organizational responsibilities.
Essential Skills
Experience in Project Management within Industrial, Civil, Mechanical, or General Construction.
Knowledge of construction processes and methods including industrial water processes, mechanical systems, building systems such as electrical, HVAC, boilers, and thermal systems.
Experience managing projects ranging from $5,000,000 to $50,000,000.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Project Manager or Project Manager role.
Proficiency in construction management, waste water, and industrial water.
Work Environment
This role allows for remote work 60% of the time, with travel required 40% of the year.
Most projects are located in the eastern and central regions, requiring travel to project sites approximately once a month.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Chicago, IL.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $57.00 - $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 hybrid position in Chicago,IL.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Nov 14, 2025.
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.
If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com (%20actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com) for other accommodation options.
Job Description
We are seeking a dynamic Lead Project Manager to lead Water and Wastewater industrial projects, infrastructure, and building facilities nationwide.
This position requires collaboration with engineering and business development teams to develop project scopes and construction plans.
The role involves budgeting, scheduling, estimating costs, and overseeing subcontractors and vendors during the bid process.
Effective communication with customers and project team members is essential.
Responsibilities
Create and manage schedules to ensure all projects are delivered on time.
Oversee day-to-day operations from pre-construction through project completion and warranty periods on all assigned projects.
Establish, manage, and provide leadership to project teams and clients.
Adhere to safety programs, trainings, and policies, and promote Safety & Health performance for project team members, subcontractors, and vendors.
Assist engineering teams with scope development and cost budgeting/estimating.
Create budgets and maintain control and accurate projections of project costs.
Purchase materials and equipment as needed.
Manage changes to the project scope, schedule, and budget and keep clients informed.
Conduct construction administration including contracts, purchase orders, change orders, submittals, RFIs, owner training, project closeout, and as-built documentation.
Identify potential issues and solve problems.
Mentor team members assigned within your organizational responsibilities.
Essential Skills
Experience in Project Management within Industrial, Civil, Mechanical, or General Construction.
Knowledge of construction processes and methods including industrial water processes, mechanical systems, building systems such as electrical, HVAC, boilers, and thermal systems.
Experience managing projects ranging from $5,000,000 to $50,000,000.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Project Manager or Project Manager role.
Proficiency in construction management, waste water, and industrial water.
Work Environment
This role allows for remote work 60% of the time, with travel required 40% of the year.
Most projects are located in the eastern and central regions, requiring travel to project sites approximately once a month.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Chicago, IL.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $57.00 - $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 hybrid position in Chicago,IL.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Nov 14, 2025.
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.
If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com (%20actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com) for other accommodation options.