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Actalent Project Manager in Chicago, Illinois
Project Manager – Substation & Power DeliveryShape the Future of Power Infrastructure
We’re looking for an experienced Project Manager to lead impactful substation and power delivery projects from concept through completion. In this role, you’ll be at the center of multidisciplinary teams, driving schedules, budgets, quality, and client satisfaction while delivering critical infrastructure that keeps communities powered and connected.
If you thrive in a fast‑paced, technical environment and enjoy balancing leadership, strategy, and execution, this is an opportunity to make a real difference.
What You’ll Do
As a Project Manager, you will take full ownership of small to medium‑sized projects, guiding them through every phase of the project lifecycle:
Lead and coordinate single‑discipline and multidisciplinary project teams from initiation through close‑out
Develop and manage staffing plans, balancing workloads to meet project demands
Ensure timely, high‑quality completion of all project deliverables
Facilitate productive work sessions with internal teams and external stakeholders
Build, maintain, and grow strong client relationships based on trust and performance
Manage multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining alignment with scope, schedule, and quality expectations
Implement and uphold QA/QC standards across all project phases
Monitor project progress and proactively adjust resources and plans to maintain schedule and quality
Track and manage project financial performance, including budgets, forecasts, and cost controls
Collaborate closely with Accounting, Operations, and Business Leadership during periodic project reviews
Support business growth through participation in marketing efforts, proposal development, and contract negotiations
What You Bring
Required Experience & Skills
Minimum of 2+ years of project management experience with 7+ years of overall professional experience
Hands‑on experience with substation projects
Strong understanding of utilities engineering and power delivery systems
Experience in substation design and transmission
Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering
Proficiency with MS Project and the MS Office Suite
Proven ability to manage scope, schedule, budget, and quality concurrently
Preferred Qualifications
Professional Engineering (PE) License is required.
Experience with substation engineering and power delivery
Familiarity with Microsoft Access is a plus
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Chicago, IL.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $52.88 - $84.13/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 hybrid position in Chicago,IL.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Apr 14, 2026.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I is embedded into our culture through:
Hiring diverse talent
Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
Ensuring growth opportunities for our people
Actalent is an equal opportunity employer.
About Actalent
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services. For more than 40 years, we’ve helped visionary companies advance their goals. Headquartered in the United States, our teams span 150 offices across North America, EMEA, and APAC—with four delivery centers in India led by 1,000+ extraordinary employees who connect their passion with purpose every day.
Our Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai delivery centers are hubs of engineering expertise, with core capabilities in mechanical and electrical engineering, systems and software, and manufacturing engineering. Our teams deliver work across multiple industries including transportation, consumer and industrial products, and life sciences. We serve more than 4,500 clients, including many Fortune 500 brands. Learn more about how we can work together at actalentservices.com.