What are the responsibilities and job description for the Project Manager position at Actalent?
Overview:
We're currently hiring a Project Manager with federal government contracting or compliance experience.
Description:
- Oversees and manages the operational aspects of ongoing projects and serves as liaison between project management and planning, project team, and line management.
- Reviews status of projects and budgets; manages schedules and prepares status reports.
- Assesses project issues and develops resolutions to meet productivity, quality, and client-satisfaction goals and objectives.
- Develops mechanisms for monitoring project progress and for intervention and problem solving with project managers, line managers, and clients.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s Degree and 3 years of experience or a Master’s Degree and 1 year of experience.
- Experience in federal government contracting, compliance, SAP, MS Office Suite, FAR / DFARS, leading and influencing without direct authority.
- US Citizenship
What are 3 things the Hiring Manager is looking for?
- Effective written and oral communication.
- Critical thinking and problem-solving.
- Proven track record of time management, organization, and prioritization to meet / exceed deadlines / commitments.
Additional Information:
- Long term contract.
- Pay Rate: $35-$40/hr
- Benefits.
- 1 step interview process.
- January 2026 start time.
This is a Contract position based out of Newport News, VA.
Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $35.00 - $40.00/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 TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Newport News,VA.
Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Dec 22, 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 actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.
Salary : $35 - $40