Project Manager

Job Title: Project Manager Job Description
We are seeking an experienced Project Manager to oversee airfield electrical and runway lighting projects at commercial, municipal, and military airports throughout the United States. You will be responsible for managing all aspects of project execution, including scheduling, budgeting, subcontractor coordination, client communication, procurement, safety compliance, and successful project delivery. This position requires strong experience with electrical construction, transportation infrastructure, airfield lighting systems, FAA standards, and airport operations.
Responsibilities
- Manage multiple airfield electrical and runway lighting projects from award through closeout.
- Develop and maintain project schedules utilizing Microsoft Project, Primavera P6, or equivalent scheduling software.
- Prepare project budgets, forecasts, cost reports, and change order documentation.
- Coordinate field personnel, subcontractors, vendors, and equipment resources.
- Serve as the primary point of contact for airport authorities, engineering consultants, general contractors, and owners.
- Oversee procurement of airfield lighting equipment, regulators, signs, conduit, wire, transformers, and associated electrical materials.
- Ensure compliance with FAA Advisory Circulars, project specifications, contract documents, and electrical codes.
- Conduct project meetings, progress reviews, and client updates.
- Monitor project safety performance and ensure adherence to OSHA requirements and company safety standards.
- Review drawings and specifications for constructability and identify potential project risks.
- Manage RFIs, submittals, change orders, and closeout documentation.
- Coordinate inspection activities and project commissioning.
- Support estimating and business development efforts when required.
- Travel to project sites as necessary.
Essential Skills
- Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Project Management, or related field; equivalent industry experience will be considered.
- 5+ years of project management experience in electrical construction.
- Experience managing infrastructure, transportation, airport, or utility projects.
- Strong understanding of electrical systems, underground utility installation, and construction sequencing.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, Bluebeam, Microsoft Project, and Procore or similar construction management software.
- Strong organizational, communication, and leadership skills.
- Valid driver's license and ability to travel.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
- Experience with FAA-regulated airport projects.
- Knowledge of runway lighting systems, taxiway lighting systems, Precision Approach Path Indicators (PAPI), airfield guidance signage, Constant Current Regulators (CCR), and Navigational Aid Systems (NAVAIDS).
- PMP Certification.
- OSHA 30 Certification.
- Experience with electrical contracting, transportation, or heavy civil infrastructure projects.
Work Environment
This position requires the ability to visit active construction sites and airport environments, work outdoors in varying weather conditions, and traverse uneven terrain and active job sites. Occasional lifting of project documents and materials up to 25 pounds is required. Travel is required for project oversight and client meetings. The company offers a competitive base salary, performance-based bonus, health, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) with company match, paid time off, and company holidays. Additional benefits include a company truck with a gas card, a company credit card, and travel per diem when applicable.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of Orlando, FL.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $58.00 - $60.00/hr. 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. 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)
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of Orlando, FL.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Nov 23, 2026.
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Orlando,FL. About Actalent

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