About this opportunity
Actalent lists this Project Manager opportunity in estacada, Oregon. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Description
The Project Manager Aerospace is responsible for leading the successful execution of complex aerospace and contracts from kickoff through closeout. This role oversees project planning, procurement and subcontracting activities, scheduling, submittals, financial performance, and risk management to ensure delivery within strict cost, schedule, and quality requirements. The Project Manager serves as the primary point of contact for the customer, drives communication across cross-functional teams, and provides strategic oversight to optimize project performance and profitability.
Essential Functions
Review all Sales Turnover documentation, including drawings, specifications, pricing details, contract details, and correspondence
Review Procurement and Subcontracting Plan and provide feedback on priorities and timing of orders.
Review and manage Submittal Register to ensure that all submittals (technical and non-technical) are being managed and submitted within the required timing and quality parameters.
Host Project Kickoff and Project Planning Session and provide oversight for development of the Work Breakdown Structure, Project Schedule, Project Scorecard, and Project Risk and Opportunity Register.
Ensure that before mobilization the onsite team has all of the tools, material, and information required to work safely and efficiently.
Provide input and approval of project time charges and material/service invoices.
Provide oversight for the Request for Information process.
Review all change orders before submittal to the Customer and elevate large changes to ensure Governance review.
Review weekly scorecard and schedule updates and initiate Corrective Action Plans as required.
Provide input to Accounting for invoicing and approve invoice before submittal to customer.
Manage the relationship and all communication with the Customer.
Manage and optimize all communication amongst the company project team.
Prepare project forecasts and be prepared to discuss project profitability with company leadership.
Skills
Project management, project scheduling, budget management, change orders, corrective action plans, forecasting, project analysis, aerospace, fabrication processes, Rfi, electrical
Top Skills Details
Project management,project scheduling,budget management,change orders,corrective action plans,forecasting,project analysis
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities - Strong knowledge of fabrication, machining, welding, and reading drawings.
Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
Education and Experience - Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Project Management, Business, or a related technical discipline, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
5+ years of experience successfully executing Government contracts within strict schedule, cost, and quality parameters. Aerospace or military experience preferred.
5+ years of experience in project management, with a track record of successful delivery of complex projects.
Experience in managing cross-functional teams and working with project and customer stakeholders.
Experience Level
Intermediate Level
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Estacada, OR.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $53.85 - $62.50/hr.
Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.
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 Estacada,OR.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Oct 13, 2026.
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 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.
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 process due to a disability, please email for other accommodation options.
San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.
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Worksite address
estacada, OR, 97023, US
Who can apply
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