Construction Project Manager

ACTalent; Burlington (MA); On-site; USD 73,000 - 99,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Actalent is seeking a Construction Project Manager for Burlington, MA. The role oversees daily project documentation and admin processes from preconstruction through closeout on complex industrial, life sciences, and commercial projects, typically in the $30M+ range.

You will manage RFIs, submittals, and change orders, coordinate with field and office teams, and support scheduling, cost tracking, and procurement to deliver high-value projects on time and within budget.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in construction project management.
• Experience on industrial or life sciences projects.
• Experience on projects in the $30M+ range (preferred).
• Strong experience with RFIs, submittals, and change orders.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day project documentation and admin processes from preconstruction through closeout.
• Prepare, track, and manage RFIs, submittals, change orders, and related docs.
• Coordinate with superintendents, subcontractors, design teams, owners, and stakeholders.
• Manage project information and workflows using Procore.
• Support scheduling and track milestones, updates to timelines.
• Assist with cost tracking and overall project controls for budgets.

Skills

Construction PM

RFI & Submittals

Drawings reading

Stakeholder mgmt

Cost tracking

Tools

Procore

Job description

Job Title: Construction Project ManagerJob Description

The Construction Project Manager oversees day-to-day project documentation and administrative processes from preconstruction through project closeout for complex industrial, life sciences, pharmaceutical, and commercial construction projects. This role manages RFIs, submittals, change orders, and project controls while coordinating closely with superintendents, subcontractors, design teams, owners, and other key stakeholders. The Construction Project Manager supports scheduling, cost tracking, procurement, and project information workflows, ensuring accurate records and successful delivery of high-value projects, typically in the $30M+ range.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day project documentation and administrative processes from preconstruction through project closeout.
• Prepare, track, and manage RFIs, submittals, change orders, and all related project documentation.
• Coordinate closely with superintendents, subcontractors, design teams, owners, and other project stakeholders to maintain alignment and progress.
• Manage project information and workflows utilizing Procore to ensure accurate, timely, and organized data.
• Support project scheduling, including tracking milestones and assisting with updates to project timelines.
• Assist with cost tracking and overall project controls to support budget management and financial reporting.
• Support procurement activities by helping to track materials, equipment, and subcontractor contracts.
• Review drawings, specifications, and subcontractor documentation to identify potential scope changes and ensure change orders are properly documented and communicated.
• Assist with subcontractor coordination to ensure project requirements, quality standards, and deadlines are met.
• Participate in project meetings and clearly communicate updates, issues, and progress to internal and external stakeholders.
• Maintain accurate and organized project records, logs, and files throughout the project lifecycle.
• Contribute to the successful delivery of complex construction projects by proactively addressing issues and supporting both field and office teams.

Essential Skills

• At least 5+ years of experience working within construction project management.
• Experience working on industrial, life sciences, pharmaceutical, or similarly complex construction projects.
• Experience supporting or managing projects in the $30M+ range (preferred).
• Strong experience managing RFIs, submittals, and change orders from initiation through closeout.
• Proficiency with Procore for managing project information and workflows.
• Ability to read and understand construction drawings and specifications.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks, documents, and deadlines simultaneously.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively with project management and field teams.
• Comfort working closely with both office-based project management staff and field personnel such as superintendents and subcontractors.
• Background in construction, construction management, or project management within commercial or industrial environments.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience managing or supporting industrial or life sciences construction projects with complex scopes.
• Experience in commercial construction environments, particularly on high-value projects.
• Exposure to project coordination activities such as scheduling, cost tracking, and procurement.
• Interest in working on high-level, complex projects with significant technical and logistical challenges.
• Motivation to grow professionally in an environment that offers strong career development opportunities.

Work Environment

This role is primarily office-based, with a standard expectation of working five days per week in the office. The Construction Project Manager occasionally travels to project sites to coordinate with field teams, review progress, and support on-site activities. The work environment involves frequent use of construction management software such as Procore, as well as regular collaboration with superintendents, subcontractors, design professionals, and owners. The position focuses on complex, large-scale industrial, life sciences, pharmaceutical, and commercial projects, offering exposure to high-level project work and a culture that emphasizes professional growth and strong career development.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Burlington, MA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $52.88 - $72.11/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 Nov 23, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Burlington,MA.

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.

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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.