Engineering Project Manager

Engineering Project Manager Civil Engineering | Power Generation | Renewables | Land Development Build What Powers the Future We're seeking an experienced Engineering Project Manager to lead high‑impact civil engineering projects that support a growing and resilient power generation industry. In this role, you'll serve as a trusted technical leader, guiding complex projects across land development, industrial facilities, power generation, and solar —while mentoring talented engineers and shaping smarter, more sustainable engineering solutions. This is an opportunity to combine technical excellence, project leadership, and innovation in a flexible, primarily remote environment. What You'll Do Lead & Influence Act as an experienced technical advisor , applying advanced civil engineering principles to complex, multi‑disciplinary projects. Provide hands‑on leadership to a team of engineers and technicians, fostering collaboration, creativity, and accountability. Mentor emerging engineers, supporting professional growth and long‑term career development. Drive Projects from Vision to Completion Plan, schedule, and coordinate engineering activities for multiple major projects—or own a project end‑to‑end. Serve as Project Manager on select assignments, overseeing scope, schedule, budget, quality, and stakeholder communication. Analyze and refine project management plans to ensure feasibility, efficiency, and alignment with client and organizational goals. Apply risk management principles to anticipate challenges and deliver projects successfully. Innovate & Improve Develop and implement new techniques, tools, and processes to elevate quality, performance, and efficiency. Stay current on emerging technologies, standards, and industry trends—and translate them into practical project solutions. Evaluate projects from a systems and sustainability perspective , considering long‑term performance, operations, and environmental impact. Champion continuous improvement across design methodologies and internal processes. Collaborate & Communicate Work closely with internal teams, clients, and external partners to ensure seamless project delivery. Clearly communicate technical concepts, decisions, and project status to diverse audiences. What We're Looking For Required Qualifications 8+ years of civil engineering experience with strong applied design and project delivery expertise. Demonstrated experience leading teams (minimum of 2+ direct reports), including task assignment, technical review, and coaching. Proven experience in civil engineering design for land development, industrial facilities, power generation, and/or solar projects . Strong project management skills, including scheduling, coordination, budgeting, and resource planning. Experience analyzing complex project management plans and managing delivery risks. Excellent analytical, problem‑solving, and communication skills. Willingness to travel 5%-10% for site visits or collaboration as needed.

Preferred / Nice

‑to‑Have Professional Engineer (PE) license (civil) strongly preferred. Experience in power generation, renewable energy, or solar projects. Experience in industrial and large‑scale land development projects. Comfort working with minimal supervision under broad objectives. A strong interest in sustainability, innovation, and continuous improvement . Why Join Us? Flexible, remote‑first role with opportunities for in‑person collaboration (preference for Pittsburgh or Virginia‑based candidates). Make a tangible impact in a stable and expanding power generation sector , driven by data centers and renewable energy growth. Lead meaningful projects that balance technical rigor, sustainability, and long‑term performance . Work with a team that values curiosity, creativity, dependability, and professional growth . Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Glen Allen, VA. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $52.88 - $72.12/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 remote position.

Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on May 7, 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.