Project Manager, Operations Manager

Job Title:

Project Manager

Job Description

The Project Manager will possess a combination of education, training, and experience sufficient to effectively execute their responsibilities. In this role, you will coordinate all operations within the organization, manage the performance of key personnel, the workforce, and subcontractors, and maintain relationships with project personnel. You will interface directly with discipline group leaders, construction teams, subcontractors, third-party inspectors, and government agencies to implement construction standards and processes.

Responsibilities

+ Coordinate all operations within the organization.

+ Manage the performance of key personnel, workforce, and subcontractors.

+ Interface with project personnel, discipline group leaders, and construction teams.

+ Implement construction standards and processes.

+ Maintain relationships with subcontractors, third-party inspectors, and government agencies.

Essential Skills

+ Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction, or a related discipline.

+ 10+ years of supervisory experience in construction management.

+ Experience in large-scale construction projects including site preparation, concrete, demolition, facility alteration, utility upgrades, and installation of new systems and structures.

+ Knowledge of international standards, specifications, and codes for building, civil, mechanical, and electrical installations.

+ Experience in executing federal contracts, proposals, business plans, and terms/conditions.

+ Demonstrate good communication and interpersonal skills.

Additional

Skills & Qualifications

+ Project Management Professional (PMP) certification or registered Professional Engineer certification preferred.

+ Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project) and familiarity with project management software such as Procore.

+ Strong organizational, time management, and analytical skills.

+ Ability to oversee all phases of construction including budgeting, scheduling, procurement, and contract administration.

+ Experience in process improvement and resource management within a construction environment.

+ Strong client-facing and interpersonal communication skills.

+ Ability to lead teams effectively and collaborate across departments.

Work Environment

The work environment includes projects at Y-12. The company offers a robust benefits package including 100% employer-paid dental, vision, life, and short-term/long-term disability insurance for full-time employees, generous employer contributions for HSA enrollees, and a 401K safe harbor program with up to 4% dollar-for-dollar match. Additional benefits include a boot reimbursement program, personal development reimbursement, veteran support through a military leave program, and corporate gym membership rates.

Field employees have access to a boot reimbursement program, and there is a comprehensive PTO plan with 11 paid holidays per year.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Oak Ridge, TN.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $95000.00 - $120000.00/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 Oak Ridge,TN.

Final date to receive applications

This position is anticipated to close on Feb 18, 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.

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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