• Construction Project Manager

    Actalent (Hoffman Estates, IL)


    Job Title: Integration and Technical Infrastructure Manager

    Job Description

    We are seeking an Integration and Technical Infrastructure Manager for the Datacenter Build Management team. The ideal candidate will possess strong interpersonal communication and organizational skills and a background in Data Center Construction with an emphasis on telecom project/construction management.

    Responsibilities

    + Advocate for safe worksites, support the implementation of the High Risk Activity program, and collaborate with Construction PM and landlord groups.

    + Coordinate internal scope, resource efforts, and schedules with landlord-owned vendors and suppliers to ensure timely handover of the data center facility.

    + Work with the Data Center Engineering team and specialty consultants to review, improve, and execute designs.

    + Coordinate procurement and installation of telecom materials, security systems, and facility Corporate Network.

    + Align metro-wide delivery strategies to local team objectives and manage vendor management strategies.

    + Identify and manage stakeholder dependencies, construction deliverables, and handoffs with various internal teams.

    + Develop and maintain best practices for cost-effective solutions and report on KPIs.

    + Manage vendor selection, contracting, and integration of multiple partners.

    + Facilitate client decision-making and manage change as required.

    + Review cost and KPI metrics, invoices, and communications with client partners.

    + Coordinate meetings and activities of vendors and cost managers.

    + Report project progress on scope, schedule, and budget.

    + Track lessons learned and execute cost-down and site-up opportunities.

    + Provide vendor oversight and performance management.

    + Support preparation of RFPs, PERs, and other project approval tools.

    + Validate vendor pay-application and invoice reviews.

    + Manage compliance with prior audit results and recommendations.

    Essential Skills

    + 10+ years experience working on data center projects.

    + Bachelor's Degree in Construction Project Management, Architecture, Engineering, or related field OR equivalent experience.

    + 5+ years experience in IT fit-out or construction-related project management.

    + Project Management, Construction Management, Data Center, Ground Up, Telecom, Network Infrastructure, Network Installation.

     

    Additional Skills & Qualifications

     

    + PMI Project Management Professional (PMP) certification is highly desired.

    + Heavy experience in Telecommunications and Data Center White Space Fitout.

    + Experience in coordinating complex projects and managing multiple stakeholders.

     

    Work Environment

     

    The role is hybrid, requiring presence in Chicago three days a week.

     

    Job Type & Location

     

    This is a Contract position based out of Hoffman Estates, IL.

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $83.00 - $93.00/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 Hoffman Estates,IL.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Jan 21, 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.