Project Manager

Project ManagerSeeking a Project Manager to lead automation projects from kickoff through installation, commissioning, customer acceptance, and closeout. This role is responsible for managing project schedules, budgets, resources, risks, documentation, and customer communication while coordinating cross-functional teams.Key Responsibilities:Manage project scope, schedule, budget, and deliverables from start to finish.Coordinate engineering, manufacturing, procurement, installation, commissioning, vendors, and customers.Monitor project financials, forecasts, change orders, and costs.Lead status meetings, manage risks, and communicate project updates.Support installation, site acceptance, and project closeout activities.Required Qualifications:5+ years of project management, project engineering, or project coordination experience.Experience managing complex customer-facing projects and cross-functional teams.Experience in project scheduling, budgeting, forecasting, risk management, and change management.Experience with ERP systems, project management tools, and Microsoft Office.Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.25-30% travelPreferred Qualifications:Bachelor's degree in Engineering, or related field.Experience in engineering, manufacturing, automation, or technology-driven environments.Familiarity with installation, commissioning, and customer site activities.Ideal Candidate:A hands-on Project Manager with experience leading engineering or automation projects, managing project financials, coordinating multiple stakeholders, and a history of delivering projects on time and within budget. Another ideal candidate would be a project engineer looking for the next step in their career.Job Type & Location:This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Downers Grove, IL.Pay and Benefits:The pay range for this position is $48.07 - $62.50/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)Application Deadline:This position is anticipated to close on Oct 26, 2026.Workplace Type:This is a fully onsite position in Downers Grove, IL.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 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.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 process due to a disability, please email View email address on click.appcast.io for other accommodation options.San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.