Project Manager

Actalent; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 66,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) retirement plan

Pre-tax and Roth options

Life Insurance

Disability (short and long-term)

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Transportation benefits

Employee Assistance Program

PTO / Vacation / Sick leave

Profit sharing opportunities

Job summary

Actalent is seeking an experienced Project Manager to oversee large-scale industrial construction and engineering initiatives in Denver. You will lead multidisciplinary teams through planning, execution and successful delivery, coordinating schedules, budgets and risk management.

The role emphasizes direct-to-owner projects, high visibility, mentoring of engineers, and a mix of onsite and occasional remote work within a flexible hybrid environment.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of Project Management experience in construction, engineering, industrial, manufacturing, or related industries.
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Construction Management preferred.
• Proven experience managing project budgets, schedules, and client relationships.
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Experience coordinating multiple stakeholders and project teams.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and project management tools.
• Bluebeam experience preferred.
• Industrial, mechanical, structural, material handling, or construction project experience is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Manage projects from award through closeout
• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients and project stakeholders
• Develop and maintain project schedules, budgets, and forecasts
• Coordinate engineering, field, subcontractor, and vendor activities
• Lead project meetings and drive accountability across teams
• Manage project documentation, contracts, change orders, and submittals
• Identify and resolve project risks and technical challenges
• Ensure projects are delivered safely, on schedule, and within budget
• Mentor Project Engineers and support team development

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Communication

Organizational skills

Stakeholder coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Construction Management

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Bluebeam

Job description

Project Manager (3+ Years Experience)Lead Complex Industrial Projects with a Growing Industry Leader!

We are seeking experienced Project Managers to oversee large-scale industrial construction and engineering projects across aviation, parcel distribution, logistics, postal, and food & beverage markets.

This role offers the opportunity to manage highly visible projects directly with owners and end users while leading multidisciplinary teams through planning, execution, and successful project delivery.

Responsibilities

• Manage projects from award through closeout

• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients and project stakeholders

• Develop and maintain project schedules, budgets, and forecasts

• Coordinate engineering, field, subcontractor, and vendor activities

• Lead project meetings and drive accountability across teams

• Manage project documentation, contracts, change orders, and submittals

• Identify and resolve project risks and technical challenges

• Ensure projects are delivered safely, on schedule, and within budget

• Mentor Project Engineers and support team development

Qualifications

• 3+ years of Project Management experience in construction, engineering, industrial, manufacturing, or related industries

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Construction Management preferred

• Proven experience managing project budgets, schedules, and client relationships

• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills

• Experience coordinating multiple stakeholders and project teams

• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and project management tools

• Bluebeam experience preferred

• Industrial, mechanical, structural, material handling, or construction project experience is highly desirable

Why Join Us?

• Direct-to-owner projects with greater visibility and responsibility

• Diverse project portfolio across multiple industries

• Stable backlog and strong growth trajectory

• Collaborative, entrepreneurial culture that values ownership and initiative

• Clear advancement opportunities as the company continues to expand

Work Environment & Benefits

• Hybrid flexibility with 1 day WFH per week after getting fully up to speed in the role

• Travel to project sites as needed, typically 1-3 short trips per month

• Casual and collaborative culture

• 401(k) with company match

• Profit sharing opportunities

• Competitive PTO package

• Ongoing professional development and leadership opportunities

• Strong financial stability and long-term growth potential

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Denver, CO.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $48.00 - $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)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Denver,CO.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 22, 2026.

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.