Project Manager

The Project Manager will oversee in-field commissioning and construction activities, ensuring that all installations comply with owner standards, approved drawings, and project specifications. The role involves supervising the installation of electrical, instrumentation, and control equipment, and verifying the quality and safety of contractor work to prepare for commissioning and startup activities.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and verify the installation of electrical, instrumentation, and control equipment.
• Monitor installation of engines, control panels, field instrumentation, and associated electrical systems.
• Serve as the on-site I&E Supervisor, addressing technical queries from contractors and resolving field issues.
• Oversee PLC and control system wiring activities, ensuring oversight and verification.
• Inspect contractor work for quality, safety, and readiness for commissioning and startup.
• Coordinate with construction, commissioning, and project management teams to support system turnover and commissioning schedules.
• Support field commissioning activities, including pre-commissioning checks, system verification, and punch list resolution.
• Participate in drawing reviews, including IFC drawings, electrical schematics, loop diagrams, and control narratives.
• Support project takeoffs, estimates, and proposal development.
• Review contractor submittals, work packages, and technical documentation for project alignment.
• Assist with the preparation and review of commissioning documentation, installation checklists, and turnover packages.
• Communicate field-driven changes or issues back to engineering and project teams.

• Project management experience
• Mechanical engineering
• Project engineering
• Design and construction management
• Field installation experience
• Electrical construction
• 3+ years of oilfield experience (downstream, midstream, or upstream acceptable)
• 5+ years of project management experience preferred
• Experience with change orders and project coordination

• Experience in midstream and pipeline (oilfield)
• Compressor package experience preferred

The role involves working in an office setting overseeing projects, as well as traveling to the field for work verifications and client interfacing. The candidate must manage internal resources and materials effectively. The position is a 12-month contract to hire as a salaried consultant, eligible for standard holiday and vacation packages, and involves direct reporting to the President and Principal of the company.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Belle Chasse, LA.

The pay range for this position is $55.00 - $60.00/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 Belle Chasse,LA.

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 15, 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.