Concrete Project Manager

Job Title: Concrete Project Manager

Job Description

As a Sr Concrete Project Manager, you will serve as the primary point of contact with clients and oversee all aspects of concrete projects, including financial management, change management, scheduling, conflict resolution, and contractor relations. You will manage the preconstruction and construction phases, assist in developing project procurement documents, and oversee cost/change management processes. Additionally, you will coordinate with design teams, allocate project resources, execute contractual risk protections, and ensure compliance with safety and regulatory standards.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary point of contact with clients, overseeing all project aspects.
• Manage the Preconstruction and Construction phases of assigned projects.
• Assist in developing project procurement documents for various delivery methods.
• Oversee the cost/change management process from start to finish.
• Ensure proper service delivery by comparing client needs to contractual obligations.
• Coordinate design packages with schedules for estimating, bidding, and construction.
• Allocate and adjust project resources based on demands.
• Execute Builder’s Risk Insurance approach for projects.
• Emphasize and model safety as a top priority on-site.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA, EPA, and other regulatory agencies.
• Partner with governing authorities for inspections and approvals.
• Establish work and authority scopes for project team members and trade contractors.
• Manage conflict and disputes focusing on mutually acceptable solutions.
• Promote knowledge base and leadership skills among project team members.
• Provide motivational and constructive feedback to team members.
• Provide on-site leadership and build motivation among team members.
• Set and manage project expectations while managing deliverables.

Essential Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, construction management, or related field.
• Ten or more years of work experience in construction or a related field.
• Intermediate computer knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Engineering, Architecture, or related fields preferred.
• OSHA 30 and OSHA 10 training preferred.
• Strong analytical and organizational skills.
• Ability to maintain stable performance under pressure.
• Strong computer knowledge in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project, and Outlook.
• Advanced knowledge of construction project management software.
• Experience managing large commercial concrete projects.
• Relevant experience in tilt-up, mass concrete, and structural concrete.

Work Environment

The work environment is primarily outdoors at construction sites and in an office trailer. The job involves exposure to sounds and loud noises from construction equipment and requires wearing protective equipment such as hardhats, safety glasses, and high visibility clothing. Conditions may vary with weather and seasons. Physical demands include standing, walking, sitting, climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, and lifting up to 50 pounds. Reliable transportation is necessary as travel to and from the construction site is required, with some long-distance and overnight travel possible.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Knoxville, TN.

The pay range for this position is $90000.00 - $130000.00/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)

This is a fully onsite position in Knoxville,TN.

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 24, 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.