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Job Title: Construction Project ManagerJob Description

We are seeking a dedicated Construction Project Manager for an exciting 2-year project in Kentucky, with future opportunities on new assignments. This is an $85 million ground-up construction endeavor, adding a new addition to a pharmaceutical manufacturing campus. You will lead construction projects to successful completion, ensuring they are executed safely, on time, and on budget. You will collaborate closely with the Project Director and/or Senior Project Manager to guide engineering, construction management, and superintendent teams in achieving project goals. The role offers a competitive salary with potential overtime compensation.

Responsibilities

+ Coordinate contractual requirements, project specifications, and design drawings.

+ Manage subcontractor and vendor relationships, procurement, billing, and cash flow projections.

+ Conduct progress measurement, earned value analysis, schedule updates, and change management reporting.

+ Prepare project documentation, including meeting minutes, monthly reports, and applications for payment.

+ Oversee contract administration, punch lists, warranty review, and as-built documentation.

+ Monitor project resources, maintain scopes of work, and communicate expectations across the team.

+ Track and report on project costs, ensuring alignment with budgets and field conditions.

+ Build and maintain client relationships and participate in schedule, safety, and quality oversight.

+ Collaborate with Project Services on cost management and support safe project execution through coordinated site oversight.

+ Perform additional responsibilities as required to support successful project delivery.

Essential Skills

+ Strong construction background with a commitment to safety and quality.

+ Bachelor's degree in engineering, construction management, or a related discipline.

+ 10 years of project management and project delivery experience.

+ Ability to communicate effectively with teams and clients, strong team building, and a strong work ethic.

+ Detail-oriented and able to manage document control tasks, schedule adherence, and client communication.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

+ Manufacturing/Industrial experience, preferably with GMP on $20 million+ projects.

+ Experience with large project management.

Work Environment

The position involves working on a project site with a focus on client engagement and team leadership. The work environment will require professional communication and a proactive approach to project challenges. The role is a salary position with opportunities for overtime compensation. Dress code and specific site conditions will be discussed during the interview process.

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 $62.50 - $77.00/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 Jan 23, 2026.

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.