Project Manager II

Actalent; Pasadena (TX); On-site; USD 76,000 - 86,000; Full time

Job summary

Actalent is seeking a Project Manager II for Pasadena, TX to lead medium- and low-voltage projects from kickoff to customer acceptance. You will coordinate engineering, manufacturing, and operations, manage scope, schedule, cost, and risk, and serve as the primary customer contact.

ERP data, budgeting, forecasting, and billing readiness are core responsibilities. The role requires strong communication with stakeholders, cross-functional collaboration, and a track record of delivering complex

Qualifications

• 4+ years of professional project management experience in industrial or manufacturing settings.
• Experience managing electrical/industrial equipment projects is a plus.
• Strong communication with customers and cross-functional teams.
• Experience with budgeting, forecasting, and billing readiness.

Responsibilities

• Manage multiple projects from kickoff through final customer acceptance, ensuring on-time, on-budget delivery and adherence to scope.
• Lead end-to-end project execution, including planning, design, procurement, manufacturing, integration, testing, and delivery for switchgear and related building products.
• Own and control project scope, schedule, cost, and performance, proactively identifying deviations and risks.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for customers on assigned projects, maintaining strong communication and satisfaction.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams to align internal execution with customer requirements.
• Lead internal and customer kickoff meetings, defining objectives, deliverables, timelines and responsibilities.
• Communicate technical and contractual requirements to internal teams to ensure alignment with specifications.
• Allocate resources and prioritize activities to meet deadlines and milestones.

Skills

Project management

Cross-functional coordination

Budgeting and forecasting

Client-facing communications

Risk management

Vendor and subcontractor management

ERP data management

Schedule and scope control

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Project Management, Supply Chain, or related field

Tools

Dynamics BC

Job description

Job Description

The Project Manager II leads multiple medium- and low-voltage projects from initial order handoff through final customer acceptance, overseeing the full product development and delivery lifecycle. This role manages scope, schedule, cost, and overall performance while serving as the primary customer contact and coordinating cross-functional teams in engineering, manufacturing, and operations. The Project Manager II ensures projects are executed to technical and contractual requirements, maintains accurate project data in ERP systems, and supports the financial health of each project, including budgeting, forecasting, and billing readiness.

Job Title: Project Manager II

The Project Manager II leads multiple medium- and low-voltage projects from initial order handoff through final customer acceptance, overseeing the full product development and delivery lifecycle. This role manages scope, schedule, cost, and overall performance while serving as the primary customer contact and coordinating cross-functional teams in engineering, manufacturing, and operations. The Project Manager II ensures projects are executed to technical and contractual requirements, maintains accurate project data in ERP systems, and supports the financial health of each project, including budgeting, forecasting, and billing readiness.

Responsibilities

• Manage multiple projects from kickoff through final customer acceptance, ensuring on-time, on-budget delivery and adherence to scope.
• Lead end-to-end project execution, including planning, design, procurement, manufacturing, integration, testing, and delivery for switchgear, controls, relay panels, and related building products.
• Own and control project scope, schedule, cost, and overall performance, proactively identifying and addressing deviations and risks.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for customers on assigned projects, maintaining strong communication, transparency, and satisfaction throughout the project lifecycle.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams to align internal execution with customer requirements, ensuring engineering, manufacturing, and operations remain synchronized.
• Lead internal and customer kickoff meetings, clearly defining objectives, deliverables, timelines, and responsibilities, and drive ongoing project update meetings.
• Communicate technical and contractual requirements to internal teams to ensure alignment with specifications, standards, and contractual obligations.
• Allocate resources and prioritize project activities to meet deadlines and milestones, adjusting plans as needed to keep projects on track.
• Manage vendors and subcontractors to ensure their scope, schedule, and deliverables meet project requirements and quality standards.
• Monitor and report project status, risks, and progress to stakeholders, providing regular updates on milestones, issues, and corrective actions.
• Ensure compliance with documentation standards, contractual terms, and company processes, maintaining accurate and complete project records.
• Support invoicing activities, track payments, and manage project financials, including budget tracking, forecast updates, and billing readiness.
• Develop and maintain ETC/EAC (Estimate to Complete / Estimate at Completion) for assigned projects, ensuring financial forecasts remain accurate and up to date.
• Approve shipments and ensure all deliverables meet customer expectations, technical specifications, and quality requirements before release.
• Drive project closeout activities, including documentation, final reporting, and securing formal customer acceptance.
• Own standard project execution from order handoff through closeout, ensuring consistent application of project management processes and tools.
• Manage project schedules, milestones, action plans, and execution follow-up, ensuring all tasks are completed and dependencies are managed.
• Execute routine contract obligations, maintain scope control, and ensure commercial terms are followed throughout the project.
• Identify, document, and pursue changes to scope and commercial terms under normal project conditions, including change orders and contract adjustments.
• Coordinate cross-functional issue resolution to keep standard projects on track, escalating and resolving technical or operational challenges as needed.
• Maintain project data accuracy, completeness, and timeliness in Dynamics BC and other reporting tools, supporting reliable reporting and decision-making.
• Support high-volume project execution for the medium- and low-voltage product lines, balancing multiple concurrent projects and priorities.

Essential Skills

• At least 4 years of professional project management experience, with full scope responsibility including financials, schedule, client-facing communication, and production coordination.
• Minimum 4 years of experience in manufacturing, industrial engineering, construction, or similar industrial environments.
• Strong project management skills across the full product development and delivery lifecycle, from planning and design through manufacturing, testing, and delivery.
• Experience managing projects involving electrical engineering, switchgear, controls, relay panels, and related industrial equipment.
• Proven ability to manage project scope, schedule, cost, and performance in a high-volume project environment.
• Demonstrated experience in customer-facing roles, serving as the primary point of contact and managing customer relationships and expectations.
• Ability to coordinate cross-functional teams, including engineering, manufacturing, and operations, to meet project objectives.
• Experience with budget tracking, forecast updates, ETC/EAC development, and preparation for billing and invoicing.
• Familiarity with contract execution, scope control, and commercial follow-through for industrial or construction-related projects.
• Experience identifying, documenting, and pursuing scope changes and change orders under normal project conditions.
• Proficiency in using ERP systems, including experience with Dynamics BC or similar ERP platforms for project data and reporting.
• Bachelors degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Project Management, Supply Chain, or a related field.
• Ability to manage multiple concurrent projects, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience working with medium-voltage and low-voltage equipment, e-houses, buildings, relay panels, and related electrical systems.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification is a strong plus.
• Experience in data center supplier or related industrial sectors is advantageous.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to clearly convey technical and contractual requirements to diverse stakeholders.
• Solid analytical and problem-solving skills to address project issues and maintain schedule and budget adherence.
• Comfort with high-volume project environments and supporting multiple product lines.
• Attention to detail in documentation, reporting, and compliance with internal processes and contractual obligations.

Work Environment

This is a full-time, onsite role with a standard schedule of Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. The position supports the medium- and low-voltage teams and focuses on high-volume projects in a manufacturing and industrial environment. You will work closely with engineering, production, and operations teams and use ERP tools such as Dynamics BC to manage project data and reporting. The work setting emphasizes collaboration, cross-functional communication, and structured project management processes, within a growing organization that is expanding its product lines and presence in the data center supplier space.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Pasadena, TX.

Pay And Benefits

The pay range for this position is $55.28 - $62.50/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 to Hire position based out of Pasadena, TX.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 30, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Pasadena,TX.

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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