Construction Project Manager

Actalent; Seattle (WA); Hybrid; USD 96,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Short and long-term disability

Health Spending Account

Transportation benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Time Off/Leave

Job summary

Actalent in Seattle is seeking a Construction Project Manager focusing on data center controls and commissioning to lead complex projects from kickoff to closeout. You will oversee schedules, budgets, and technical execution while maintaining strong customer relationships.

You will coordinate building automation and HVAC controls commissioning, manage subcontractors, handle RFIs and submittals, and ensure safety, quality, and on-time delivery across multiple concurrent projects in a fast-paced

Qualifications

• 2+ years of project management experience in building automation, controls, commissioning, construction, or related field.
• Experience managing multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong knowledge of building automation and HVAC controls in data centers or mission-critical facilities.
• Understanding of commissioning processes for building automation and HVAC systems.
• Hands-on experience with project financials: budgeting, forecasting, cost tracking, profitability management.
• Experience with RFIs, change orders, submittals, and related documentation workflows.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills coordinating cross-functional teams.
• Familiarity with electrical aspects of controls and commissioning projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead multiple data center and mission-critical controls and commissioning projects from kickoff through closeout.
• Plan and track project schedules to meet milestones and deadlines.
• Oversee budgets, forecasting, billing, and profitability targets.
• Coordinate building automation and HVAC commissioning activities to meet design intent.
• Manage subcontractors, scope alignment, performance oversight, and issue resolution.
• Administer change orders with evaluation, pricing, and documentation.
• Prepare RFIs and manage information flow to resolve field questions.
• Review and track submittals and ensure documentation aligns with project specs.
• Maintain comprehensive project records and reports for decisions and changes.
• Serve as primary customer contact, communicating updates and managing expectations.
• Ensure safety standards and site requirements are met on all activities.
• Drive quality assurance to ensure installations and commissioning meet standards.
• Collaborate with engineering, field technicians, and commissioning teams for integrated solutions.
• Identify risks early and develop mitigation plans to keep projects on track.
• Support closeout activities including punch lists and handover.

Skills

Project management

Building automation systems

HVAC controls

Commissioning processes

Budgeting/forecasting

RFIs/submittals workflows

Leadership/cross-functional teams

Safety and quality

Job description

Job Title: Construction Project Manager Data Center Controls & Commissioning

This role leads complex data center and other mission-critical construction projects with a strong focus on building automation systems, HVAC controls, and commissioning. You will own projects from kickoff through closeout, overseeing schedules, budgets, and technical execution while maintaining strong customer relationships. The position combines hands‑on project management, financial oversight, and coordination of controls and commissioning activities to ensure safe, high‑quality, and on‑time delivery.

Responsibilities

• Lead multiple data center and mission-critical controls and commissioning projects from initial kickoff through final closeout.
• Plan, manage, and track project schedules to ensure key milestones and deadlines are consistently met.
• Oversee project budgets, forecasting, billing, and overall financial performance to achieve profitability targets.
• Coordinate all building automation and HVAC controls commissioning activities to ensure systems perform as designed.
• Manage subcontractors throughout the project lifecycle, including scope alignment, performance oversight, and issue resolution.
• Administer project change orders, including evaluation, pricing, documentation, and approval tracking.
• Prepare, issue, and manage Requests for Information (RFIs) to clarify design intent and resolve field questions.
• Review, submit, and track project submittals and related documentation to ensure compliance with project specifications.
• Maintain complete and accurate project documentation, including reports, logs, and records of key decisions and changes.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for the customer, providing regular updates, managing expectations, and addressing concerns.
• Ensure all work complies with safety standards and site requirements, promoting a strong safety culture on every project.
• Drive quality assurance throughout the project to ensure systems, installations, and commissioning meet technical and performance standards.
• Collaborate with internal teams such as engineering, field technicians, and commissioning personnel to deliver integrated solutions.
• Identify project risks and issues early, develop mitigation plans, and take proactive action to keep projects on track.
• Support project closeout activities, including punch list completion, final documentation, and handover to the customer.

Essential Skills

• At least 2 years of project management experience in building automation, controls, commissioning, construction, or a closely related industry OR at least 6 years of experience in a Controls Engineer, Project Engineer, Commissioning Engineer, or Technician role.
• Proven experience managing multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong knowledge of building automation systems and HVAC controls, including their role in data center and mission-critical facilities.
• Practical understanding of commissioning processes for building automation and HVAC systems.
• Hands‑on experience with project financials, including budgeting, forecasting, cost tracking, and profitability management.
• Demonstrated project management skills within construction management and/or controls engineering environments.
• Experience with Requests for Information (RFIs), change orders, submittals, and related project documentation workflows.
• Familiarity with electrical aspects of controls and commissioning projects.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to clearly convey technical and project information to customers, subcontractors, and internal teams.
• Proven leadership skills with the ability to coordinate cross‑functional teams and subcontractors to achieve project goals.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Background in project management specifically focused on construction or controls projects.
• Experience in the controls or building automation industry, particularly in data center or other mission-critical environments.
• Solid foundation in financial management for projects, including budgeting, forecasting, and cost tracking.
• Exposure to data center or mission-critical project management, including critical facility infrastructure.
• Ability to build and maintain strong customer relationships throughout the project lifecycle.
• Detail‑oriented approach to documentation, reporting, and project record‑keeping.

Work Environment

The role focuses on data center and mission-critical construction projects that integrate building automation systems, HVAC controls, and critical facility infrastructure. You will work in a project‑driven environment that blends office‑based planning, coordination, and financial management with on‑site presence at active construction and commissioning sites. The position involves frequent collaboration with engineers, technicians, commissioning teams, and subcontractors, as well as regular interaction with customers. You will manage multiple concurrent projects, balancing technical oversight with schedule and budget control in a fast‑paced, deadline‑oriented setting where safety, quality, and reliability are top priorities.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Seattle, WA.

Pay And Benefits

The pay range for this position is $70.00 - $80.00/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.

• 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 to Hire position based out of Seattle, WA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 17, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a hybrid position in Seattle,WA.

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.

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