Project Manager, Procurement ​/ Purchasing, Operations Management

Job Title:

Engineering Project Manager

Job Description

The Engineering Project Manager will oversee all phases of capital project management, from design and conceptual estimating to equipment fabrication, construction, commissioning, validation, start-up, and closeout. This role involves developing multi-objective project scopes, financial spending forecasts, and schedules while ensuring compliance with all user codes. The manager will present key project deliverables and scope to multiple stakeholders for approvals and updates throughout the project lifecycle.

The role requires managing high-visibility projects, specifically those exceeding $50 million, and primarily supports Aseptic Filling manufacturing processes. The project is expected to run through 2029, with the potential for long-term consulting or permanent employment.

Essential Skills

+ Bachelor's Degree in Engineering (Mechanical or Chemical).

+ Cap Ex Project Management experience, including full cycle project management from design to closeout.

+ Experience managing multi-million dollar projects ($50+ million).

+ 5+ years' experience working on Aseptic Filling processes.

+ Proficiency in Project Management Systems such as PowerPoint, MS Project, and Microsoft Project Online.

+ Strong interpersonal, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Additional

Skills & Qualifications

+ PMP or PE license.

+ Master's Degree

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Kalamazoo, MI.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $45.00 - $80.00/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)

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Kalamazoo, MI.

Final date to receive applications

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 26, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Kalamazoo,MI.

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 Clearly Rated 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 actalentaccom for other accommodation options.

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Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
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