Project Manager 2

Project Manager

We are seeking an experienced Project Manager with 3-8 years of experience in managing projects in oil, solar, coal, nuclear, and non-traditional energy sectors. The role requires strong communication skills and the ability to work under stress, with an understanding of P6 or MS Project and financials. This position involves a combination of remote, office, and on-site work with the expectation of travel for one week per month. Candidates from the west/midwest states are preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage project scope, schedule, and budget.
• Oversee engineering design, land, construction, and overall administration.
• Present to high-level executives and prepare slide decks.
• Manage Requests for Proposals (RFPs).
• Coordinate project activities and ensure compliance with design and construction standards.
• Provide managerial and technical oversight for project initiation, planning, execution, monitoring, and closure.
• Communicate status updates and results to mid-level, inter/intra departmental management.

Essential Skills

• Project management experience, preferably in the energy sector.
• Construction management expertise.
• Experience with Requests for Information (RFI) and Change Orders.
• Electrical project knowledge.
• High voltage Transmission and Distribution (T&D) experience.
• Project engineering and coordination skills.
• Strong presentation and communication abilities.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to work under stress.
• Understanding of financials.
• Familiarity with P6 or MS Project.
• Minimum of 2 years of project management experience on oil, gas, or coal-powered plants for energy.

Work Environment

This role offers a dynamic work environment with a combination of remote, office, and on-site work. Candidates should be flexible and willing to travel one week per month. The company values employee ownership and offers stock potential as part of the benefits package.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Phoenix, AZ.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $55.00 - $75.00/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 Phoenix,AZ.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 14, 2026.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I is embedded into our culture through:

• Hiring diverse talent
• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

Actalent is an equal opportunity employer.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services. For more than 40 years, we've helped visionary companies advance their goals. Headquartered in the United States, our teams span 150 offices across North America, EMEA, and APACwith four delivery centers in India led by 1,000+ extraordinary employees who connect their passion with purpose every day.

Our Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai delivery centers are hubs of engineering expertise, with core capabilities in mechanical and electrical engineering, systems and software, and manufacturing engineering. Our teams deliver work across multiple industries including transportation, consumer and industrial products, and life sciences. We serve more than 4,500 clients, including many Fortune 500 brands. Learn more about how we can work together at actalentservices.com.