Project Manager

Overview:

We are currently highly experienced Project Managers to lead and manage large scale projects within our heavy manufacturing and fabrication operations. This role requires a strategic thinker with a deep understanding of project management principles and proven track record in overseeing complex manufacturing projects from conception thru execution. The ideal candidate will possess significant experience in the shipbuilding industry or similar heavy manufacturing environments.

Description:

• Lead and manage all phases of project lifecycle, including initiation, planning, execution, monitoring, and closure for large-scale manufacturing and fabrication projects.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including engineering, production, quality assurance, and supply chain, to ensure alignment and integration of project objectives.

• Develop and maintain detailed project plans, schedules, and budgets, ensuring adherence to timelines and cost constraints.

• Identify risks and develop mitigation strategies to address potential project challenges and ensure successful outcomes.

• Communicate project status, metrics, and updates to stakeholders, including senior management and clients, ensuring transparency and accountability.

• Foster a culture of safety, quality, and continuous improvement throughout project execution.

• Mentor and guide junior project managers and team members, promoting professional development and best practices in project management.

• Development an assessment of detailed project plans that show critical path items with dependency mapping, as well as resource loading for the successful execution for the duration of the project.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Project Management, Business Administration, or a related field.

• Minimum of 8 years of project management experience within heavy manufacturing, fabrication, or shipbuilding environments.

• Proven track record of successfully managing large, complex projects with budgets exceeding $10 million.

• Strong knowledge of project management methodologies (e.g., PMI, Agile) and tools (e.g., MS Project, Primavera).

• Exceptional leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and motivate teams.

• Demonstrated experience in risk management, problem-solving, and decision-making within a manufacturing setting..

Preferred:

• Experience managing in a manufacturing environment.

• Experience managing complex component builds, to include identification of critical path activities and developing and deploying mitigation plans to maintain delivery performance to schedule.

• Executive-level communication skills.

• DoD contracting experience preferred.

• Clearance not required but Confidential or Secret is preferred.

Additional Information:

• 6 openings available.

• Long term, multi year contract.

• Pay Rate: $40-$60/hr based on experience.

• Benefits.

• 1 step interview process.

• *Potential to work in Charleston, SC.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Newport News, VA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $40.00 - $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 Newport News,VA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 9, 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.

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