Project Manager

Job Title: Project ManagerJob DescriptionManage multiple projects from kickoff through final customer acceptance. Lead end-to-end project execution including planning, design, procurement, manufacturing, integration, testing, and delivery. Own project scope, schedule, cost, and overall performance while serving as the primary point of contact for customers, ensuring strong communication and satisfaction.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate cross-functional teams to align internal execution with customer requirements.
• Lead internal and customer kickoff meetings and drive ongoing project updates.
• Communicate technical and contractual requirements to ensure team alignment.
• Allocate resources and prioritize project activities to meet deadlines.
• Manage vendors and subcontractors to ensure scope and deliverables are met.
• Monitor and report project status, risks, and progress to stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with documentation, contractual terms, and company processes.
• Support invoicing, track payments, and manage project financials.
• Approve shipments and ensure all deliverables meet customer expectations.
• Drive project closeout and secure formal customer acceptance.

Essential Skills

• Project management
• Engineering
• Electrical engineering
• Product development life cycle
• Manufacturing
• Switchgear
• Controls
• Relay panels
• 5+ years of PM experience
• 3+ years with Industrial Control Panels (Controls, Automatic Transfer Switches)
• PMP Certification
• Medium voltage
• Low voltage
• E-house
• Buildings
• Relay
• Panels

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Proven experience in customer management, change orders, negotiating, and budget reviews.
• BS/BA in Mechanical, Electrical, or Industrial Engineering (Electrical is preferred).
• Experience with projects valued between $500k-$5M.

Work EnvironmentThe position operates Monday through Friday, from 8 AM to 5 PM. The role is based in either Houston, TX, or Youngstown, OH, supporting the switchgear product line for 3-5 projects simultaneously. The team consists of 24 members distributed across five facilities. The candidate must be comfortable working on the shop floor daily and collaborating with internal stakeholders, including production, procurement, engineering, client-facing, and quality teams. Job Type & LocationThis is a Permanent position based out of Houston, TX. Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $90000.00 - $100000.00/yr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.401k Match Match 4% 120 Hours PTO 6 Holidays Medical Dental Vision Job Type & LocationThis is a Permanent position based out of Houston, TX. Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Nov 20, 2026. Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Houston,TX.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 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

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