Project Manager

Job Title: Senior Project Manager – Industrial Construction

Job Description

As a Senior Project Manager specializing in industrial construction, you will lead complex projects on active construction sites and ensure they are delivered safely, on time, and within budget. You will combine hands-on field management with strategic oversight, serving as the primary point of contact for stakeholders and translating business objectives into successful project outcomes. Your ability to coordinate teams, manage risk, and uphold rigorous safety and quality standards will be central to the role.

Responsibilities

• Manage all phases of industrial construction projects from initial planning and design through execution, commissioning, and closeout.

• Maintain a regular, hands-on presence on active job sites to oversee daily activities, monitor progress, and address real-time challenges.

• Coordinate and align work among contractors, subcontractors, engineers, and client stakeholders to maintain project momentum and resolve conflicts.

• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, clearly communicating project status, risks, and milestones while aligning deliverables with their business objectives.

• Develop, manage, and track project budgets, ensuring cost control, accurate forecasting, and timely approval and processing of change orders.

• Create, maintain, and update project schedules, sequencing work to minimize disruption and keep projects on track in fast-paced site conditions.

• Implement and enforce strict safety protocols, ensuring thorough adherence to OSHA standards and fostering a zero-incident safety culture on all job sites.

• Oversee quality control processes, verifying that work meets design specifications, building codes, and industry standards.

• Prepare and maintain detailed project documentation, including reports, logs, meeting minutes, and change management records.

• Lead cross-functional teams with strong, visible leadership, setting expectations, providing direction, and promoting collaboration and accountability.

• Identify project risks early and proactively develop mitigation strategies to address issues related to schedule, budget, safety, and quality.

• Manage multiple concurrent industrial projects, balancing competing priorities and resources while maintaining clear communication with all stakeholders.

• Drive continuous improvement and innovation in project delivery, including the adoption of lean construction methodologies and best practices where applicable.

• Collaborate closely with design and construction partners on design-build or fast-track industrial projects to ensure integrated and efficient delivery.

• Utilize project management software tools such as Procore, Primavera P6, MS Project, and Bluebeam to plan, track, and report on project performance.

Essential Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or a closely related field.

• PMP certification or an equivalent project management credential.

• Minimum of 7 years of hands-on project management experience, preferably in industrial construction or industrial real estate environments.

• Demonstrated experience working on active construction sites with direct field involvement rather than purely office or remote-based work.

• Proven track record of successfully managing complex industrial projects from inception through completion.

• Deep understanding of industrial construction processes, sequencing, and building codes.

• Strong leadership skills with the ability to guide and motivate cross-functional teams and field crews.

• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to interact professionally and clearly with stakeholders ranging from site personnel to Senior executives.

• Exceptional attention to detail in documentation, scheduling, budgeting, and quality control activities.

• Thorough knowledge of construction safety standards, including OSHA requirements, and a strong commitment to maintaining safe, zero-incident job sites.

• Excellent organizational and time management abilities to prioritize and manage multiple projects simultaneously.

• Strong problem-solving skills and sound judgment in high-pressure, fast-paced site conditions.

• Experience managing change orders and navigating change management within construction projects.

• Proficiency in project management software and tools, including platforms such as Procore, Primavera P6, MS Project, and Bluebeam.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience leading projects specifically in industrial construction, including warehouse, distribution center, manufacturing, or logistics facility projects.

• Demonstrated experience in change management and driving innovation in project delivery and construction practices.

• Experience with lean construction methodologies and continuous improvement initiatives.

• Background in design-build or fast-track industrial projects, with the ability to manage accelerated schedules and integrated teams.

• Additional safety credentials such as OSHA 30-Hour certification or equivalent.

• Ability to collaborate effectively with diverse cross-functional teams and external partners.

• Strong analytical skills to interpret project data, assess performance, and support decision-making.

Work Environment

This role is based primarily remote or on active industrial construction sites, requiring regular on-site presence and engagement with field operations. You will work in a fast-paced environment where priorities can shift quickly and where safety, quality, and schedule performance are critical. The position involves close collaboration with contractors, subcontractors, engineers, and client stakeholders, using industry-standard project management technologies such as Procore, Primavera P6, MS Project, and Bluebeam to manage and report on project activities. The work environment emphasizes a strong safety culture, rigorous adherence to construction standards and building codes, and a collaborative approach that supports innovation and continuous improvement in industrial project delivery.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of St. Louis, MO.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $58.00 - $62.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

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 St. Louis,MO.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 22, 2026.

About Actalent

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