• Project Manager

    Actalent (Lexington, KY)


    Job Title: Project ManagerJob Description

     

    Lead multiple projects by overseeing diverse initiatives at different stages, ensuring smooth progress and exceptional results. Collaborate with clients to understand their vision, functional needs, and budget goals, transforming ideas into reality. Work closely with the in-house design team to develop drawings, specifications, and material selections that bring projects to life. Administer contracts, coordinate schedules, and monitor safety and quality throughout construction. Handle budgeting, cost projections, and billing to maintain profitable and on-track projects. Secure all necessary permits and licenses while adhering to building and safety codes. Collaborate with estimating, bidding, and field teams to keep every phase—from design to closeout—on schedule. Tackle challenges like weather delays or design changes with creative solutions to minimize impact.

    Responsibilities

    + Oversee diverse projects at different stages.

    + Collaborate with clients to transform their vision into reality.

    + Develop drawings, specifications, and material selections with the design team.

    + Administer contracts and coordinate schedules.

    + Monitor safety and quality throughout construction.

    + Handle budgeting, cost projections, and billing.

    + Ensure compliance with necessary permits and building codes.

    + Collaborate with various teams to maintain project schedules.

    + Solve challenges creatively to minimize impact.

    Essential Skills

    + 5 years of project management experience.

    + Degree in civil or construction management.

    + Experience in project management and construction management.

    + Proficiency in design-build, industrial, or healthcare projects.

    Additional Skills & Qualifications

    + Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or Business.

    + Construction field experience.

    + Experience with change orders.

    Work Environment

    Work in the office two days a week and conduct site visits the other three days. Most projects are within a three-hour radius of the office, making site visits typically day trips. Travel may be required every two weeks, but it is not regular for every project. The project management team consists of 18-20 people. The average project size ranges from $2-25 million, with renovations and expansions being the primary focus.

     

    Job Type & Location

     

    This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Lexington, KY.

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $51.00 - $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 fully onsite position in Lexington,KY.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Dec 2, 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.