Engineering Project Manager
Actalent - Glen Allen, VA
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Engineering Project Manager Civil Engineering Power Generation Renewables Land Development Build What Powers the Future Weu2019re seeking an experienced Engineering Project Manager to lead highu2011impact civil engineering projects that support a growing and resilient power generation industry. In this role, youu2019ll serve as a trusted technical leader, guiding complex projects across land development, industrial facilities, power generation, and solaru2014while 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 Youu2019ll DoLead & Influence + Act as an experienced technical advisor, applying advanced civil engineering principles to complex, multiu2011disciplinary projects. + Provide handsu2011on leadership to a team of engineers and technicians, fostering collaboration, creativity, and accountability. + Mentor emerging engineers, supporting professional growth and longu2011term career development. Drive Projects from Vision to Completion + Plan, schedule, and coordinate engineering activities for multiple major projectsu2014or own a project endu2011tou2011end. + 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 trendsu2014and translate them into practical project solutions. + Evaluate projects from a systems and sustainability perspective, considering longu2011term 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 Weu2019re Looking ForRequired 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, problemu2011solving, and communication skills. + Willingness to travel 5%u201310% for site visits or collaboration as needed. Preferred / Niceu2011tou2011Have + Professional Engineer (PE) license (civil) strongly preferred. + Experience in power generation, renewable energy, or solar projects. + Experience in industrial and largeu2011scale land development projects. + Comfort working with minimal supervision under broad objectives. + A strong interest in sustainability, innovation, and continuous improvement. Why Join Us? + Flexible, remoteu2011first role with opportunities for inu2011person collaboration (preference for Pittsburgh or Virginiau2011based 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 longu2011term 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: u2022 Medical, dental & vision u2022 Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital u2022 401(k) Retirement Plan u2013 Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available u2022 Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) u2022 Short and long-term disability u2022 Health Spending Account (HSA) u2022 Transportation benefits u2022 Employee Assistance Program u2022 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, weu2019ve helped visionary companies advance their goals. Headquartered in the United States, our teams span 150 offices across North America, EMEA, and APACu2014with 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 .
Created: 2026-04-27