Construction Project Manager

Actalent; Newport News (VA); On-site; USD 76,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Actalent is hiring a Construction Project Manager for Newport News, VA. The role covers planning, directing, and managing all phases of construction projects, coordinating facilities maintenance, and ensuring budget and schedule adherence. Strong communication and contractor management are essential.

The position is a contract role onsite in Newport News, offering pay between $55 and $65 per hour with benefits eligibility as described. US citizenship required and BS degree preferred.

Qualifications

• US citizenship is required.
• BS degree or higher.
• At least 5 years of relevant experience.
• Experience with negotiations.
• Experience managing contractors.
• Experience managing purchase orders.
• Excellent communication and strong people skills.

Responsibilities

• Plan utilization of space and facilities to meet efficiency goals.
• Lead all phases of equipment and facilities projects from design concepts to implementation.
• Define project requirements, negotiate contracts, and establish budgets and terms.
• Serve as primary contact for facilities, and equipment maintenance and project activities.
• Set milestones and monitor master plans, budgets and schedules.
• Identify problems and allocate resources or adjust project scope.
• Coordinate work of assigned team members as needed.

Skills

Communication

People skills

Negotiation

Contract management

Purchase orders

Vendor management

Education

BS Degree

Job description

Overview:

We’re currently hiring a Construction Project Manager in Newport News, VA.

Description:

• Plans utilization of space and facilities for company consistent with requirements of organizational efficiency, and available facilities and funds.

• Plans, directs and manages all phases of equipment and machinery maintenance, facilities modification and building projects from establishment of design concepts through design and implementation.

• Ensures project requirements are defined, contract and contract changes are negotiated, operating budgets established, and financial terms/conditions of contract are identified.

• Acts as primary contact for facilities, and equipment and machinery maintenance, project activities and leads project reviews of cost, schedule and technical performance.

• Establishes milestones and monitors adherence to master plans, budgets and schedules.

• Identifies problems and develops solutions, such as allocation of resources or changing project scope.

• May coordinate the work of employees assigned to the project.

Qualifications:

• US Citizenship.

• BS Degree.

• 5 years of relevant experience.

• Experience with negotiations.

• Experience with managing contractors.

• Experience managing purchase orders.

• Need to be great with communication.

• Strong people skills.

Job Type & Location

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

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $55.00 – $65.00/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)

Job Type & Location

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

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 9, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Newport News,VA.

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 [e-mail] 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.