Project Manager

  • Paris, Kentucky
  • Full Time
Engineering Project Manager

Job Description

We are seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Engineering Project Manager to lead and oversee capital projects within a manufacturing facility. This role involves managing the procurement and installation of key infrastructure components such as insulators, piping, boilers, and electrical systems. The ideal candidate will have a strong engineering background and a proven ability to manage contractors, timelines, and technical scopes of work in a fast-paced industrial environment.

Responsibilities

  • Plan, coordinate, and manage capital projects from initiation through completion.
  • Oversee the purchasing and installation of mechanical and electrical systems including insulators, piping, boilers, and related infrastructure.
  • Interpret and execute project scopes of work, ensuring all engineering tasks are clearly defined and completed accurately.
  • Manage external contractors and vendors, ensuring work is performed to specification, on schedule, and within budget.
  • Monitor project progress, resolve issues, and provide regular updates to stakeholders.
  • Ensure compliance with safety standards, engineering codes, and company policies.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams including maintenance, operations, and procurement.
Essential Skills
  • Project management
  • Project engineering
  • Capital expenditure (Capex)
  • Mechanical engineering
  • Contractor oversight
  • Equipment installation
Additional Skills & Qualifications
  • Engineering degree is required.
  • 5-10+ years of experience in a related field.
  • PMP certification is a plus.
Work Environment

The work environment includes a Monday to Friday schedule, with first shift hours. The position is based in a chemical manufacturing facility, providing an opportunity to work on large capital projects for a well-known company in the central Kentucky area.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $52.88 - $60.10/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 onsite position in Paris,KY.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 25, 2025.

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 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email ... for other accommodation options.

Job ID: 485315646
Originally Posted on: 7/15/2025

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