Entry-level Construction Project Manager

Actalent • Channahon, IL • 2d ago

Job Title: Project Manager

Job Description

This role involves supporting the wall systems team, focusing on projects such as noise walls, retaining walls, and specialty custom wall systems. The position requires thorough review of precast and steel shop drawings and specifications to ensure compliance with contract requirements. The Project Manager will be responsible for developing and maintaining project schedules, tracking orders and managing project data through internal software, and generating item codes based on orders. Additionally, the role involves preparing and processing change orders, cost estimates, and Requests for Information (RFIs), as well as meeting with clients to ensure their needs are met and maintaining strong relationships. The Project Manager will oversee multiple projects simultaneously, primarily focusing on retaining walls, sound walls, wall systems, and barriers.

Responsibilities

Review precast and steel shop drawings and specifications for compliance with contract requirements.

Develop and maintain project schedules to ensure timely completion.

Track orders and manage project data using internal software.

Generate item codes based on orders received within the system.

Prepare and process change orders, cost estimates, and Requests for Information (RFIs).

Meet with clients to ensure their needs are accurately being met and maintain strong client relationships.

Manage multiple projects simultaneously, focusing on retaining walls, sound walls, wall systems, and barriers.

Essential Skills

Project management and construction management expertise.

Proficiency in precast construction and project coordination.

Degree in civil engineering or construction management.

Ability to critically think and review drawings, specifications, and blueprints.

Strong organizational skills for supporting multiple projects at once.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering preferred; BS in Construction Management accepted.

Direct experience supporting IL Tollway contracts, heavy civil work, drainage, or precast is a plus.

Internships in related fields are beneficial.

Work Environment

Team building events and lunches foster a tight-knit, family-like environment. The office, consisting of about 20 people, is connected to the production site, providing a unique opportunity for greater exposure to projects and responsibilities.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $31.25 - $36.05/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 Channahon,IL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 27, 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 actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com (%20actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com) for other accommodation options.

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