• Project Manager

    Actalent (Buckner, KY)


    Job Title: Project Manager

    Job Description

    As a Project Manager, you will play a pivotal role in creating and maintaining project schedules, ensuring continuous improvement and implementing best practices. You will be responsible for managing, preventing, and communicating any delays, emergencies, and problems that may arise. You will coach and develop project personnel, oversee construction projects from conception to completion, and ensure adherence to quality policies and procedures. The primary skillset needed for this role is Concrete Project management experience. This can be horizontal (roadways, bridges, etc.) or vertical construction!

    Responsibilities

    + Create and maintain project schedules including schedule look-aheads.

    + Commit to continuous improvement and implement best practices.

    + Proactively manage, prevent, and communicate any delays, emergencies, and problems.

    + Coach and develop project personnel, including those in training and lead positions.

    + Oversee and direct construction projects from conception to completion.

    + Ensure and adhere to all quality policies and procedures as outlined by E & W and the customer.

    + Coordinate and direct construction workers and subcontractors.

    + Select tools, materials, and equipment, and track inventory.

    + Meet contractual conditions of performance as outlined by the customer.

    + Review work progress on a daily basis.

    + Prepare internal and external reports pertaining to job status.

    + Obtain permits and licenses as required.

    + Analyze, manage, and mitigate risks.

    Essential Skills

    + Three years of project management experience.

    + Experience in construction management and industrial project management.

    + Proficiency in computer skills, especially in commercial construction and estimation.

    + Strong pre-planning and scheduling experience.

    + Ability to forecast and provide financial breakdowns.

    + Good communication, organization, and time management skills.

    + Self-starter, self-motivated, and customer-focused.

     

    Additional Skills & Qualifications

     

    + High school diploma or equivalent preferred.

    + Expert knowledge of means and methods, building products, construction details, and relevant rules, regulations, and quality standards.

    + Familiarity with construction management software packages such as RedTeam, Sage, and Microsoft Projects.

    Work Environment

    The role is based primarily in an office setting with some time spent onsite. You will be part of a Project Management Team that includes four industrial and two commercial project managers. The company is recognized for its strong culture, work/life balance, and commitment to professional development, offering opportunities to cross-train and support team members on their development journey.

     

    Job Type & Location

     

    This is a Permanent position based out of Buckner, Kentucky.

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $90000.00 - $110000.00/yr.

     

    100% employer paid benefits for individual and family401k matchtake home vehiclegas allowancediscretionary bonuscell phone allowanceunlimited PTO for salaried employees

     

    Workplace Type

     

    This is a fully onsite position in Buckner,KY.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Nov 12, 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.