Automation Project Manager

Project Manager - Electrical & Automation

Position Summary

Due to continued growth in project volume, we are seeking a Project

Manager - Electrical & Automation to support planning, coordination,

and control of ongoing electrical and automation projects. This role is strongly

project‑management focused, with an emphasis on budget control, resource

planning, internal coordination, and execution support, rather than deep

hands‑on automation or controls design.

The ideal candidate has experience managing construction or

industrial projects, understands how to track performance against plan, and

works effectively across estimating, engineering, and field teams.

Key Responsibilities

Project Controls & Financial Tracking

* Track project performance against budget and schedule

* Monitor budget vs. actuals, labor hours, material usage, and productivity

* Maintain accurate project updates within the ERP system

* Support forecasting and cost‑to‑complete visibility

* Assist with identifying and managing risk and scope changes

Resource & Manpower Coordination

* Coordinate manpower planning and technician assignments across multiple projects

* Help align labor resources with priority schedules and workload demands

* Partner with field leadership to support efficient execution and crew utilization

Internal Collaboration

* Work closely with estimators during project handoff and ongoing coordination

* Collaborate regularly with other Project Managers on the electrical side of the business

* Serve as a central point of coordination between engineering, field teams, and operations

* Support consistent communication and alignment across departments

Stakeholder & Relationship Support

* Contribute to strong internal and external working relationships

* Participate in client communication as appropriate

* Nice‑to‑have: assist with relationship building and identification of future work opportunities

Required Experience & Qualifications

* Experience in project management within electrical, automation, or construction environments

* Demonstrated strength in project controls, cost tracking, and coordination

* Understanding of construction labor, materials, and scheduling fundamentals

* Comfortable managing multiple priorities in a collaborative setting

* Strong communication, organization, and teamwork skills

* ERP or project management system experience preferred

Preferred Background

* Electrical or automation construction project exposure

* Field or technically hands‑on Background is a plus (not required)

* Experience partnering closely with estimating and technical teams

* Open to candidates with lighter automation experience but strong PM instincts

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Newton, KS.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $48.08 - $57.69/hr.

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 Newton,KS.

Final date to receive applications

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 12, 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 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

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