Senior Project Manager

Actalent; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 87,000 - 99,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Benefits

401k Plan

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

HSA

Transit Benefits

PTO

Job summary

Actalent in Arlington, VA seeks a Senior Project Manager to lead delivery and installation on a major RFK Campus project. You will supervise general contractors and subcontractors, maintain rigorous document control, and report progress to project stakeholders.

This role emphasizes hands-on site leadership and strong coordination with project controls teams. The position is a fully onsite, contract-to-hire opportunity with competitive hourly pay and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• 10–15 years of project management experience.
• Experience managing general contractors and subcontractors.
• Onsite construction management background.
• Procore or similar construction-management software experience.

Responsibilities

• Oversee delivery and installation of products and materials.
• Manage inspections and ensure compliance with project specs.
• Direct on-site management of general contractors and subcontractors.
• Maintain document control including daily reports and progress schedules.
• Coordinate with owners and DGS on progress reporting.

Skills

Construction management

Change orders

GC & Subcontractors

Onsite management

Procore

Federal construction

Project management

Site development

Education

Architecture/Building Science/Engineering/CM degree

Tools

Procore

Job description

Job Title: Senior Project ManagerJob Description

We are seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to lead and oversee the delivery and installation of products and materials, manage inspections, and ensure the smooth operation of construction projects. This role requires a hands‑on approach to managing general contractors and subcontractors, as well as a strong focus on document control and communication with project stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the delivery and installation of products and materials.
• Manage and oversee inspections and ensure compliance with project specifications.
• Provide hands‑on management of general contractors and subcontractors.
• Maintain effective document control, including site inspectors' daily reports and progress schedules.
• Communicate effectively with general contractors regarding scheduling, inspections, and site testing.
• Collaborate with project controls, including estimating and scheduling teams.
• Participate in meetings with owners/DGS to report on construction progress.
• Manage the punch list and construction closeout process at the project's end.
• Conduct onsite inspections multiple times a day to ensure all contractors complete their tasks.

Essential Skills

• Extensive experience in construction and construction management.
• Proven ability to manage change orders.
• Experience managing both general and subcontractors.
• History of onsite management rather than office‑based roles.
• Proficiency with Procore or other construction management software.
• Preferred experience in federal construction projects.
• Strong project management and site development skills.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Degree in Architecture, Building Science, Engineering, or Construction Management.
• 10-15 years of project management experience.
• Excellent communication skills and interpersonal abilities.

Work Environment

This role requires working onsite five days a week. You will be part of a major Construction Management firm with a long‑term project on the RFK Campus and the DGS program team, ensuring stable and engaging work opportunities for many years to come.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Arlington, VA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $62.50 - $72.11/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 Arlington,VA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 25, 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.

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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.