Capital Improvement Project Manager

Job Title: Project Manager - Capital Expansion in a Manufacturing Environment

Job Description

Join a dynamic team in leading a substantial capital expansion project involving new construction and infrastructure enhancements. Be a part of the transformation by overseeing the installation of reactors, bulk tanks, and other essential equipment as well as managing construction and process enhancements.

• this role has the potential to be long-term*

Responsibilities

• Oversee the installation of 40 reactors, 10 bulk tanks, and bulk materials.
• Manage the installation of boilers, chillers, cooling towers, and the erection of new buildings.
• Design and build mezzanines with a primary focus over the next 2-3 years.
• Provide support for smaller projects to support ongoing expansion.
• Work collaboratively with civil/structural, automation, mechanical, and electrical engineers.
• Manage outsourced contractors and provide hands-on experience in construction management and capital projects.
• Facilitate construction management in a manufacturing environment.
• Implement process piping and ensure the ability to read P&IDs.
• Coordinate with contractors, writing permits to work, and monitoring daily progress.
• Ensure compliance with safety protocols and collaborate with the EHS manager.
• Assist in expanding the building vertically, ensuring adherence to protocols.
• Utilize MS Project for managing project timelines and milestones.

Essential Skills

• Proven experience in construction management within a manufacturing environment.
• Demonstrated project management skills, particularly in piping and P&IDs.
• Experience managing outside contractors and tracking significant milestones.
• Mechanical engineering experience is beneficial.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with MS Project and familiarity with Gantt charts.
• Hands-on experience in a large-scale capital project.

Work Environment

Work involves a balanced schedule with 50% of the time in the field/manufacturing/construction setup and the remainder in a corporate office. The office and field sites are located just a few blocks apart, facilitating easy coordination and collaboration.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Saint Louis, MO.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $60.00 - $80.00/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)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Saint Louis,MO.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 30, 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.