Project Manager

Actalent; Dundas (MN); On-site; USD 48,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

PTO / Time Off

Job summary

Actalent is seeking a Project Manager for Dundas, MN, to oversee industrial construction and mechanical projects from estimation to completion. You will balance technical piping and millwright knowledge with strong leadership and client-facing responsibilities to drive project success and customer satisfaction.

Based in an onsite, contract-to-hire role, you will manage budgets, schedules, and resources, while collaborating with field teams and engineering coordinators to meet quality standards

Qualifications

• 3+ years of project management experience in industrial, construction, or mechanical environments.
• Experience leading projects with piping, millwright, or mechanical scopes.
• Proven ability to estimate scope, labor, and materials for proposals.

Responsibilities

• Lead projects from technical and managerial perspectives.
• Estimate projects including scope, labor, and timelines.
• Create and manage change orders and budgets.
• Maintain client relationships and ensure satisfaction.
• Develop detailed project schedules with milestones and critical path.
• Coordinate with field supervision and engineering teams.
• Monitor progress vs. schedule and budget; implement corrective actions.

Skills

Industrial management

Project leadership

Scheduling

Client communication

Budget control

Problem solving

Microsoft Office

Primavera/Microsoft Project

Education

BS Mechanical Engineering (BSME)

Associate degree (preferred)

Tools

Primavera/Microsoft Project

Job description

The Project Manager oversees industrial construction and mechanical projects from initial estimation through completion, ensuring they are delivered on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards. This role combines technical understanding of industrial piping and millwright work with strong leadership and client-facing responsibilities, driving project success while enhancing customer satisfaction.

The Project Manager oversees industrial construction and mechanical projects from initial estimation through completion, ensuring they are delivered on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards. This role combines technical understanding of industrial piping and millwright work with strong leadership and client-facing responsibilities, driving project success while enhancing customer satisfaction.

Responsibilities

• Lead projects from both a technical and managerial perspective, providing clear direction and oversight throughout the project lifecycle.
• Estimate projects accurately, including scope, labor, materials, and timelines, to support competitive and realistic proposals.
• Create and manage change orders, ensuring all scope changes are documented, approved, and incorporated into project plans and budgets.
• Manage client relationships by communicating regularly, addressing concerns promptly, and actively enhancing overall customer satisfaction.
• Generate detailed project schedules that outline key milestones, resource allocation, and critical path activities.
• Work closely with field supervision to manage day-to-day project activities and ensure work remains on track from start to finish.
• Monitor project progress against schedule and budget, identifying issues early and implementing corrective actions as needed.
• Collaborate with project engineering and coordination teams to align technical requirements with field execution.
• Apply construction and mechanical engineering principles to support decision-making and resolve project challenges.
• Devise new approaches to solving project-related problems, using creativity and sound judgment to improve outcomes.
• Lead project teams with strong, hands‑on leadership, promoting effective communication and accountability.
• Ensure work is performed in a time- and cost-effective manner while maintaining quality workmanship to meet project specifications.
• Utilize basic Microsoft Office tools and scheduling software such as Primavera or Microsoft Project to plan, track, and report on project status.
• Support estimation and mechanical aspects of projects, including construction planning and industrial or manufacturing processes.
• Align project execution with the organizations mission to deliver quality workmanship that meets client specifications.

Essential Skills

• Proven experience in industrial managerial roles with strong communication skills.
• Strong leadership abilities and excellent project management skills, including planning, execution, and monitoring.
• Ability to devise new approaches to solving complex project and technical problems.
• Demonstrated capability to work in a time- and cost-effective manner while maintaining quality standards.
• General knowledge of industrial piping and millwright projects.
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.
• Basic knowledge of project scheduling tools such as Primavera or Microsoft Project.
• Construction, industrial, or manufacturing industry experience.
• At least 3 years of experience in a project management role.
• Background in project management, project engineering, or project coordination within mechanical or construction environments.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in the oil, gas, and energy industry is a plus.
• Bachelors degree in mechanical engineering (BSME) is beneficial.
• Two-year associate degree is preferred but not required.
• Experience with estimation in construction or mechanical projects.
• Exposure to mechanical engineering and construction practices in industrial or manufacturing settings.
• Ability to support and promote a mission focused on providing quality workmanship to client specifications.

Work Environment

The role is based in an industrial and construction-focused environment, working closely with field supervision and project teams involved in piping, millwright, and mechanical projects. You will use standard office technologies, including Microsoft Office, along with scheduling software such as Primavera or Microsoft Project to plan and track work. The position involves regular collaboration with field personnel and stakeholders to keep projects on schedule and within budget. Work hours typically follow standard business schedules, with flexibility as needed to meet project deadlines and support field activities.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Dundas, MN.

Pay And Benefits

The pay range for this position is $35.00 - $60.00/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 Dundas,MN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 21, 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.

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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

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Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI)

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