Project Manager/estimator

Actalent; Elk Grove (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Gas card

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Short and long-term disability

Health Spending Account (HSA)

Transportation benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Time Off/Leave (PTO)

Job summary

Actalent is seeking a Project Manager / Estimator for a growing commercial electrical and low- voltage contracting team in the Sacramento area. You will own projects from estimating through execution, coordinating customers, field teams, and leadership to ensure timely, on-budget delivery.

This 12-month contract role is onsite in Elk Grove, CA, providing exposure to diverse commercial projects and the opportunity to impact operations and growth.

Qualifications

• Experience managing commercial electrical, fire alarm, low-voltage, or building systems projects.
• Ability to manage multiple projects from $30K to $90K.
• Proficiency with Bluebeam and CAD drawings.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Able to work directly with customers, field teams, leadership.
• Experience with budgets, contracts and change orders.

Responsibilities

• Manage 3 to 5 commercial projects simultaneously.
• Develop project estimates, proposals, and scopes.
• Review drawings, specifications, and project requirements.
• Coordinate field personnel, subcontractors, project schedules, and resources.
• Manage project budgets, contracts, change orders, and client communication.
• Support staffing and resource allocation across active projects.
• Conduct site visits and oversee project execution from kickoff through closeout.
• Utilize Bluebeam and AutoCAD/CAD software to review plans and modify drawings.

Skills

Project management

Communication

Problem-solving

Organizational skills

Customer coordination

Tools

Bluebeam

AutoCAD

Job description

Own commercial projects from estimate through closeout while working directly with customers, field teams, and company leadership. Make an immediate impact with a growing commercial electrical and low-voltage contractor while helping drive successful projects and operational growth.

Project Manager / Estimator

Location: Sacramento / Elk Grove, CA

Workplace Type: On-site

Employment Type: 12-Month Contract

Compensation: $60,000 - $120,000+ DOE

Job Description

We are seeking a Project Manager / Estimator to join a growing commercial electrical and low-voltage contracting team in the Sacramento area. In this role, you’ll combine hands-on project management with estimating, customer communication, field coordination, and operational support.

You’ll have the opportunity to take ownership of projects from the estimating and proposal stage through execution and closeout, while staying closely connected with customers, field teams, subcontractors, and company leadership.

Why Join Us

• Take ownership of projects from estimating through completion
• Work directly with customers, field teams, and company leadership
• Manage a variety of commercial electrical and low-voltage projects
• Contribute to operational and growth initiatives
• Receive a company vehicle and gas card to support site visits and project oversight
• Work in an environment where your ability to solve problems and keep projects moving has a direct impact

Why This Opportunity

This is more than a desk-based project management position. You’ll have visibility across the full project lifecycle, combining estimating and planning with field coordination, customer communication, scheduling, budget management, contract administration, and project execution.

If you enjoy taking ownership, balancing multiple priorities, and working closely with both customers and field teams, this opportunity offers the chance to make a meaningful impact within a growing operation.

Compensation

$60,000 - $120,000+ DOE

A company vehicle and gas card are provided to support site visits and project oversight.

What You'll Accomplish

• Manage 3 to 5 commercial projects simultaneously
• Develop project estimates, proposals, and scopes
• Review drawings, specifications, and project requirements
• Coordinate field personnel, subcontractors, project schedules, and resources
• Manage project budgets, contracts, change orders, and client communication
• Support staffing and resource allocation across active projects
• Conduct site visits and oversee project execution from kickoff through closeout
• Utilize Bluebeam and AutoCAD/CAD software to review plans and prepare or modify drawings
• Maintain communication with customers throughout project execution
• Collaborate with company leadership on operational and growth initiatives
• Help ensure projects are completed safely, on schedule, and within budget

What We're Looking For

We’re looking for someone who can independently take ownership of multiple commercial projects while maintaining strong communication with customers, field personnel, subcontractors, and leadership.

Success in this role requires strong organization, communication, and problem-solving skills, along with the ability to move effectively between estimating, service operations, contract administration, and active project management.

Required Qualifications

• Experience managing commercial electrical, fire alarm, low-voltage, or building systems projects
• Strong understanding of project management processes and the project lifecycle
• Ability to manage multiple projects in the $30K to $90K range
• Experience with service-based electrical projects and customer support work
• Proficiency with Bluebeam
• Ability to create or modify CAD drawings
• Experience supporting project budgets, contracts, and change orders
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Ability to work directly with customers, field teams, subcontractors, and leadership
• Ability to operate independently and take ownership of projects

Work Environment

This is an on-site opportunity in the Sacramento / Elk Grove, California area that combines office-based project management with active project and site involvement.

The position includes site visits and direct coordination with customers and field teams. A company vehicle and gas card are provided to facilitate travel to project sites and support project oversight.

If you’re looking for an opportunity where you can own projects from estimating through completion, build strong customer relationships, and contribute directly to the growth of a commercial electrical and low-voltage operation, we’d like to connect with you.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Elk Grove, CA.

Pay And Benefits

The pay range for this position is $60000.00 - $120000.00/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 Elk Grove,CA. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Oct 8, 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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