<p>Construction Project Manager</p> <p>Build the future. Lead from the front. Deliver what matters.</p> <p>The Opportunity</p> <p>We're looking for a Construction Project Manager who thrives at the center of complex, high-impact projects. In this role, you'll partner closely with the EPC Project Manager or Program Manager to lead construction efforts from early planning through completion and warranty. You'll be the driving force behind safety, quality, schedule, cost, and client success-turning plans into reality in the field.</p> <p>This is a hands-on leadership role for someone who can balance strategy with execution, build strong teams, and confidently manage multiple workstreams in fast-paced environments.</p> <p>What You'll Do</p> <p>As a Construction Project Manager, you'll own the day-to-day execution of one or more construction projects while setting the tone for safety, collaboration, and performance.</p> <p>Project Leadership & Execution</p> <ul> <li>Lead construction activities from pre-construction through closeout, commissioning, and warranty. </li><li>Translate project goals into clear execution plans, schedules, and budgets. </li><li>Oversee site layout, mobilization, demobilization, and field progress tracking. </li><li>Ensure permits, inspections, and regulatory requirements are secured and maintained. </li></ul> <p>Safety, Quality & Risk</p> <ul> <li>Champion the company's Safety & Health culture across all project teams and subcontractors. </li><li>Conduct safety, quality, progress, and financial audits. </li><li>Oversee non-conformance reporting and corrective action. </li><li>Participate in project risk reviews and collaborate with Legal as needed. </li></ul> <p>Commercial & Contract Management</p> <ul> <li>Negotiate prime contracts, CM contracts, subcontracts, and change orders. </li><li>Lead RFP and bid processes-from scope development through contractor selection. </li><li>Manage RFIs, submittals, change management, claims mitigation, and closeout documentation. </li><li>Oversee invoicing for prime contracts, subcontractors, and client contractors. </li></ul> <p>Financial & Schedule Control</p> <ul> <li>Develop and manage budgets, cash flow forecasts, earned value metrics, and cost controls. </li><li>Manage labor, equipment, and material costs-including composite crew rates and install unit rates. </li><li>Support cost reporting, scheduling, WBS development, and project setup/closeout. </li></ul> <p>Team & Talent Development</p> <ul> <li>Build and manage construction staffing plans. </li><li>Train, mentor, and develop project teams, craft supervision, interns, and assistant project managers. </li><li>Provide performance feedback and identify growth opportunities. </li><li>Uphold craft competency, classification accuracy, and training standards. </li></ul> <p>Client & Stakeholder Engagement</p> <ul> <li>Build strong client relationships and serve as a key point of contact for project execution. </li><li>Collaborate with engineering to ensure timely delivery of drawings and technical deliverables. </li><li>Coordinate commissioning and startup teams. </li><li>Maintain positive relationships with communities, building trades, and public entities. </li></ul> <p>What You Bring</p> <p>Required Qualifications</p> <ul> <li>Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field. </li><li>5+ years of project management experience, including at least 1 year in Transmission & Distribution (T&D). </li><li>Proven experience serving as a standalone Project Manager. </li></ul> <p>Job Type & Location</p> <p>This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Lexington, KY.</p> <p>Pay and Benefits</p> <p>The pay range for this position is $35.00 - $55.00/hr.</p> <p>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)</p> <p>Workplace Type</p> <p>This is a fully onsite position in Lexington,KY.</p> <p>Application Deadline</p> <p>This position is anticipated to close on Mar 13, 2026.</p> <p>About Actalent</p> <p>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.</p> <p>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.</p> <p>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 actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.</p>