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Job Title: Project Manager 2 (Engineering)Job Description

Join the Transmission Project Management organization as a Project Manager 2 (Engineering) to facilitate infrastructure projects from inception to completion. You will play a key role in supporting capital project execution across Transmission Services, participating in service planning, facility siting, and managing the design/build process.

Responsibilities

+ Support and facilitate multiple projects from start to finish in collaboration with senior management and stakeholders.

+ Provide expert guidance on PMI-based project management methodology and best practices.

+ Engage with the business to understand needs, identify dependencies, expectations, and milestones.

+ Request necessary subject matter experts and forecast appropriate project resources.

+ Collaborate with business units to resolve resource allocation issues.

+ Facilitate kick-off meetings and validate project plans and resource commitments.

+ Schedule and lead project team meetings and coordinate activities of sub-teams.

+ Draft project plans, resource strategies, and funding estimates.

+ Monitor project budgets and obtain authorization for any changes in cost, schedule, or performance.

+ Organize and coordinate project teams, serving as a liaison between business and technical aspects.

+ Track project progress and provide corrective action recommendations.

+ Collaborate with stakeholders to resolve conflicting priorities and requirements.

+ Draft final project reports, including lessons learned, and maintain compliance with information security standards.

+ Facilitate project transitions to new project managers as needed.

Essential Skills

+ Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business Administration, Management, Organizational Development, Computer Science or related field, or equivalent experience.

+ 5 years of experience with a relevant Bachelor's degree, 7 years without a Bachelor's degree, or 10 years without a degree.

+ Proficiency in Microsoft SharePoint, MS Office Suite, and Microsoft Project.

+ Experience in project coordination/management, including process development and execution.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

+ PMI or PMP certification.

+ Proficiency with ArcMap or similar GIS program.

+ Experience with electric utility industry data.

+ Knowledge of the electrical substation environment and life-cycle management.

Work Environment

Work in a slower-paced office environment with somewhat flexible hours and business casual attire. Collaborate in a self-directed project management team supported by coordinators, analysts, and technical experts. The role requires independent work with minimal supervision, often involving waiting for approvals. The position is deadline-driven and requires adaptability to changing environments.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Vancouver, Washington.

Job Type & Location

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

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $55.00 - $60.00/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 Vancouver,WA.

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 [email protected] (%[email protected]) for other accommodation options.