Project Manager

Actalent • New Ulm, MN • 1d ago

Role Overview

This position blends responsibilities of a multi-project leader and a technical account manager, supporting initiatives across all North American sites. The Project Manager plays a key role in guiding development programs from engineering through production while ensuring a seamless customer experience internally and externally.

Key Responsibilities

Oversee complex, custom motor and generator projects using structured project management methods and phase-gate processes to meet objectives for quality, delivery timelines, and cost.

Serve as the primary link between global customers and manufacturing operations, coordinating with teams such as Materials Control, Scheduling, Engineering, Quality, Finance, and Sales. Manage all aspects of assigned accounts, including orders, inquiries, complaints, and returns.

Translate intricate or unclear customer requirements into clear, actionable plans for execution.

Provide organizational guidance on project delivery and compliance with customer expectations.

Identify and mitigate risks by leveraging knowledge of manufacturing processes and strong business judgment.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

A bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline-such as business, engineering, or a similar field-is preferred, though equivalent professional experience will be considered.

Formal training in project management is required; PMP certification is a plus.

5-7 years of hands-on experience managing projects in environments involving engineered products, ideally within sectors like aerospace, defense, automotive, medical devices, oil & gas, or other technology-driven industries.

Demonstrated success in meeting project objectives for cost, schedule, and quality.

Strong communication and interpersonal abilities, with the capability to engage stakeholders at all organizational levels both in person and through digital channels.

Highly organized, decisive, and self-driven.

Proficiency in English, both written and spoken.

Familiarity with project management tools (e.g., MS Project, Asana, Monday.com) is advantageous.

Solid understanding of financial principles and the ability to apply them to influence project-related decisions, including capital planning.

Skilled in creating and maintaining documentation for processes, validations, protocols, reports, and testing methods.

Knowledge of continuous improvement practices; experience with Six Sigma or similar methodologies is desirable.

Competence in identifying, mitigating, and managing risks to ensure project success.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of New Ulm, MN.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $90000.00 - $120000.00/yr.

An awesome employee-ownership culture- Full benefits package (medical, dental, vision, disability, life and more)- Paid time off- 401k match and ESOP contributions- Flexible work environment- Education reimbursement

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in New Ulm,MN.

Application Deadline

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

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