Construction Project Manager

Actalent • Tonawanda, NY • 2h ago

Job Title: Construction Project ManagerJob Description

We are seeking an experienced Construction Project Manager to oversee a substantial 250,000-square-foot project valued at $75 million, estimated to last 14-16 months. This role requires travel and offers a per diem for housing and meals, along with a project differential payout to accommodate travel needs.

Responsibilities

Lead projects from preconstruction through closeout and turnover.

Manage schedules, budgets, forecasts, and cost controls.

Administer contracts and procurement; oversee RFIs, submittals, changes, and claims.

Coordinate with Superintendents on sequencing, logistics, constraints, and quality.

Champion jobsite safety and ensure OSHA compliance.

Lead owner/OAC meetings and maintain clear client communication and reporting.

Identify, mitigate, and escalate project risks.

Manage subcontractor performance, progress tracking, and pay applications.

Maintain accurate, audit-ready project documentation.

Drive QA/QC, punch-list completion, commissioning, and warranty closeout.

Mentor and develop project staff; promote continuous improvement.

Support estimating and preconstruction with constructability reviews and buyout.

Essential Skills

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil/Mechanical/Industrial Engineering, Architecture, or equivalent experience.

5-7+ years of progressive construction project management experience delivering commercial/industrial projects.

Demonstrated ability to manage budget, schedule, quality, safety, and multi-trade coordination.

Proficiency with scheduling tools such as MS Project or Primavera.

Proficiency in Excel for financial tracking and document control workflows including RFIs, submittals, and change orders.

Experience with Procore Construction Management Software.

OSHA-30 certification (or ability to obtain within 90 days of hire).

Ability to travel to job sites in Upstate NY.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Experience with site development.

Ability to manage change orders effectively.

Work Environment

This is a traveling role requiring the candidate to start at the project site in New York and subsequently move to different projects across upstate and central New York. The role involves a rotation schedule of Superintendents and additional safety staff, ensuring a dynamic and collaborative work environment.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Tonawanda, NY.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $48.00 - $57.00/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 Tonawanda,NY.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Feb 26, 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.

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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