Project manager

Job Title: Project Manager - Building Management and Electrical Power Monitoring SystemsJob Description

Lead the successful execution of Building Management System (BMS) and Electrical Power Monitoring System (EPMS) projects from initiation through to completion. This role is responsible for ensuring that projects align with defined scope, schedule, and budget requirements while delivering high-quality outcomes on time.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage BMS and EPMS initiatives, ensuring adherence to project scope, schedule, and budget.

• Coordinate with subcontractors, general contractors, and vendors through active participation in weekly meetings and daily communication.

• Provide leadership and direction to Controls and Installation Technicians, establishing field priorities and resolving on-site challenges.

• Oversee the installation and commissioning of control panels, meters, gateways, and other critical devices.

• Interpret and validate construction drawings, technical specifications, and schedules of values.

• Administer billing processes, pay applications, RFIs, and submittals using Procore and client-specific systems.

• Monitor project risks and implement corrective actions to maintain construction schedules.

• Enforce safety protocols and quality control measures, especially in data centers and mission-critical environments.

Essential Skills

• 5+ years of experience in industrial construction (oil/gas, refineries, mining, auto manufacturing, heavy factories, or large-scale data centers).

• Proven record of managing subcontractors, schedules, budgets, safety, and quality on major builds.

• Hands-on knowledge of construction means and methods in electrical, mechanical, or controls.

• Experience with Procore, including RFIs, submittals, pay applications, and client billing workflows.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Active Ignition Certification.

• Experience with Ethernet, Modbus, Ignition, and low voltage systems.

• Proficiency in Python and software development.

Work Environment

The role involves active industrial construction site exposure, including dust, noise, heat, and weather changes. Expect daily use of laptops, tablets, Procore, and schedule management tools. This position offers project-based bonus opportunities and pathways for internal promotion and leadership development. The company provides a supportive training program focused on employee growth and development.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Columbus, Ohio.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $36.00 - $41.00/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 Columbus,OH.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 28, 2025.

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.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email [email protected] (%[email protected]) for other accommodation options.