• Construction Senior Project Manager

    Actalent (Apex, NC)


    Job Title: Construction Senior Project ManagerJob Description

    A leading mechanical construction firm seeks a Senior Project Manager to oversee projects in the Apex, NC area. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in mechanical construction and the ability to lead complex projects from pre-construction through closeout with minimal oversight.

    Responsibilities

    + Lead pre-construction planning, scheduling, and resource allocation.

    + Review and approve budgets for labor, materials, and subcontractors.

    + Negotiate and draft subcontractor agreements to support project goals.

    + Manage project financials, including profitability and cash flow.

    + Monitor cost-to-complete against initial bid proposals.

    + Resolve design conflicts across trades in collaboration with engineers and architects.

    + Oversee strategic planning, submittals, RFIs, and change order processes.

    + Implement monthly cost reports and accurate cost projections.

    + Recommend construction methods, timelines, and value engineering options.

    + Approve supplier and subcontractor invoices.

    + Ensure compliance with health and safety standards.

    + Coordinate scheduling, logistics, and procurement of materials and equipment.

    + Maintain and grow client relationships.

    + Identify and pursue future project opportunities.

    + Manage CAD, fabrication, and field labor resources.

    + Enforce site safety and cleanliness protocols.

    + Provide direct oversight of subcontractors and indirect coordination with field personnel and internal support teams.

    + Supervise Project Engineers and Assistant Managers.

    Essential Skills

    + Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.

    + Reliable and adaptable in a fast-paced construction environment.

    + Organized with strong document management capabilities.

    + Proficient in Microsoft Project, Excel, Word, and Office Suite.

    + Deep understanding of mechanical systems and project management.

    Additional Skills & Qualifications

    + Experience with AutoBid, P6 Scheduler, and Bluebeam preferred.

    + Ability to train estimating staff on technical aspects of project delivery.

    + Familiarity with internal production capabilities and coordination with field teams.

    + Skilled in vendor and supplier procurement.

    + Ability to prepare SWOT analyses for current and future projects.

    + Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Mechanical Engineering, or related field; or 10+ years of relevant experience.

    + Minimum of 5 years leading construction projects up to $15M in scope.

    + Life Science/Pharma Project experience required.

    + Preference for field experience early in career to oversee quality on projects in person.

    Work Environment

    This role involves traveling to job sites in North Carolina and working on-site out of the Apex office. The position requires hands-on supervision of project quality.

     

    Job Type & Location

     

    This is a Contract position based out of Apex, North Carolina.

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $52.89 - $95.00/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 Oct 17, 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 [email protected] (%[email protected]) for other accommodation options.