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Job Title: Senior Project Manager

Location: Portland, OR

Employment Type: Direct Hire

Work Environment: 100% Onsite at hospital project site

Travel: Local travel to project site only (no overnight travel required)

Compensation: $115,000 – $156,000 annually (based on experience)

Additional Compensation

• Discretionary annual bonus
• Monthly vehicle allowance
• Monthly phone allowance
• Mileage reimbursement

Relocation: Open to relocation candidates, though local or regional candidates are preferred.

Position Overview

Wheeler Staffing Partners is seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to lead mechanical construction projects supporting a large hospital development in Portland, Oregon.

This role is responsible for managing the full lifecycle of mechanical construction projects, including budget management, subcontractor coordination, client relations, project scheduling, and safety oversight. The ideal candidate brings extensive experience managing $5M+ healthcare or commercial mechanical construction projects, with a strong background in HVAC systems and mechanical subcontracting environments.

The ideal candidate has progressed through the mechanical trades—such as plumber, foreman, superintendent, or similar field leadership roles—before transitioning into project management.

Project Overview

• Large-scale hospital construction project
• Mechanical infrastructure including HVAC and building systems
• Collaboration with engineering, construction, and client leadership teams

Key Responsibilities

Project Leadership & Execution

• Oversee all aspects of project implementation in accordance with contract requirements
• Manage project scope, schedules, budgets, and financial performance
• Serve as the primary point of contact for project leadership including executives and senior management
• Ensure project delivery aligns with client expectations and company commitments

Financial & Contract Management

• Manage project budgets and financial reporting
• Oversee contract delivery models including Guaranteed Maximum Price (GMP), Lump Sum, and concession agreements
• Manage contract compliance including insurance, bonding, cost reporting, and project documentation

Construction Operations

• Oversee vendor and subcontractor procurement and contract negotiations
• Manage change management processes including RFIs, design revisions, and client directives
• Coordinate project schedules, milestones, and energy performance requirements
• Ensure compliance with building codes, engineering specifications, and project documentation

Project Systems & Reporting

• Oversee setup and management of the project management platform (Procore)
• Ensure proper document control and change management procedures
• Prepare and review monthly project reports and financial updates
• Maintain accurate documentation for quality assurance and compliance

Safety & Quality Management

• Promote a safe work environment through safety planning, job hazard analyses, and site walkthroughs
• Support toolbox talks and safety meetings with project teams
• Ensure implementation of project-specific quality assurance plans
• Monitor site conditions and ensure adherence to safety standards

Client & Stakeholder Management

• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, subcontractors, and vendors
• Lead project meetings and distribute agendas and meeting minutes
• Communicate risk mitigation plans and project updates to leadership teams

Team Leadership

• Provide guidance and mentorship to Project Managers and project teams
• Support development of team members and promote collaboration across divisions

Required Qualifications

• 8+ years of project management experience in mechanical construction or related fields
• Experience working for a mechanical subcontractor or MEP contractor
• Hands-on HVAC construction experience
• Experience managing $5M+ commercial or hospital construction projects
• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field
• Equivalent field experience in HVAC or plumbing construction leadership may be considered

Preferred Background

• Career progression through the mechanical trades (plumber, foreman, superintendent, etc.)
• Experience with large healthcare construction projects
• Experience with construction project management software such as Procore
• Strong knowledge of construction scheduling, equipment, materials, and financial management

Skills & Competencies

• Strong leadership and team management abilities
• Excellent communication and client relationship skills
• Advanced organizational and project planning skills
• Strong analytical and financial management capabilities
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel and Word)
• Ability to manage complex projects in fast-paced construction environments

Work Environment

This role is based onsite at active construction sites and may include:

• Climbing stairs or ladders
• Standing or sitting for extended periods
• Working outdoors in varying weather conditions
• Exposure to construction site environments and equipment noise

Why Work with Wheeler Staffing Partners

Wheeler Staffing Partners connects talented professionals with leading organizations across the United States. Our team is committed to helping candidates find opportunities that align with their experience, skills, and long-term career goals while providing dedicated support throughout the hiring process.

Overview:

Our client, a well-established engineering firm, is seeking an Experienced Civil Engineer with strong passion for land development and a desire to broaden their skills through dynamic, multifaceted projects. This role involves site and public works design for commercial and industrial building projects, including grading, utilities, erosion control plans, and stormwater management. Responsibilities include managing projects from start to finish, mentoring junior engineers, and collaborating closely with clients, city officials, and Principal Engineers. This full-time position is located in Portland, OR.

Responsibilities:

• Coordinate and oversee the efforts of others while mentoring less experienced engineers.
• Design site and public works for commercial and industrial projects, including grading, utilities, erosion control, and stormwater management.
• Manage projects from start to finish.
• Work directly with a Principal Engineer throughout design and construction.
• Communicate with clients, city/public officials, and other stakeholders.
• Participate in a collaborative team environment that values engagement and camaraderie.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering with P.E. registration
• 4 to 8 years of experience
• Experience in public works and land development for commercial and industrial projects
• Experience with local jurisdictions and requirements
• Familiarity with Civil 3D software
• Knowledge of HydroCAD, HEC-RAS, FlowMaster, Autodesk Vehicle Turning, and Bluebeam
• Ability to prioritize and complete multiple assignments in a fast-paced environment
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to be self-directed
• Desire to work in a highly collaborative, dynamic, and fun team environment
• Friendly personality with a desire to learn and grow professionally

Work sponsorship is not available at this time. Third-party candidates will not be considered for this position.

ACS Professional Staffing will provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants without regard to the applicant's race, color, religion, sex, gender, genetic information, national origin, age, veteran status, disability status, or any other status protected by federal or state law. The company will provide reasonable accommodations to allow an applicant to participate in the hiring process if so requested.

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Job Description:

We are seeking a highly experienced Senior Automation Engineer to join our advanced software and embedded systems team. The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in Python automation (Pytest), Robot Framework, and QNX environments, with strong skills in UX/UI automation and testing. This role involves enhancing and migrating automation frameworks, debugging complex integrations, and working closely with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality test automation solutions for embedded systems and entertainment platforms.

Key Responsibilities

Automation Framework Development

• Architect, develop, and maintain automation frameworks primarily using Python and Pytest.
• Lead migration of existing Robot Framework tests to Python/Pytest equivalents.
• Build reusable fixtures, utilities, wrapper layers, and automation components to support large test suites.

Test Execution & Optimization

• Analyze and interpret Robot Framework keyword libraries; enable efficient reuse within Python-based executions.
• Optimize hybrid execution flows involving both Pytest and Robot Framework assets.
• Execute and maintain UI and device automation tests using tools such as Appium, Selenium, or equivalent frameworks.

Cross-Layer Debugging & Integration

• Independently debug cross-layer automation issues involving Python, Robot Framework, device tools, and operating systems.
• Integrate automation frameworks with CI/CD pipelines and tools (e.g., Jenkins, GitLab, Azure DevOps).

Collaboration & Mentorship

• Mentor and guide junior automation engineers, establishing good coding practices, test design patterns, and quality standards.
• Work collaboratively with software engineers, product developers, and QA teams to enhance automation coverage and reliability.

System & Environment Interaction

• Work with QNX OS, virtualization systems (Hypervisor), and cloud environments (AWS).
• Engage with hardware interfacing (USB, Ethernet, multimedia interfaces) and hardware simulation/ fault-injection where applicable (nice-to-have).

Required Skills & Experience

• 7–10 years experience in automation engineering with 5+ years hands-on Python automation using Pytest.
• Practical experience with Robot Framework including keywords, variables, resources, and large keyword repositories.
• Strong skills in UI automation using tools such as Appium/Selenium.
• Solid understanding of modular test design and maintainable patterns (page-object, keyword patterns).
• Experience with QNX (Posix) operating system, virtualization (e.g., Hypervisor), and cloud-based environments (preferably AWS).
• Good understanding of Git, branching strategies, and CI/CD workflows.
• Proven ability to debug complex, multi-layered test automation environments.

Preferred Qualifications

• Exposure to embedded systems, aviation, or high-volume regression environments.
• Experience in framework migration, cross-framework interoperability, or keyword reuse models.
• Background in hardware interactions and media/UX systems (multimedia I/O, touch interactions).
• Familiarity with fault injection tools and hardware simulation techniques.
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Electronics, or related technical field.

Nice-to-Have Skills

• Hardware interfacing (USB, Ethernet), multimedia interfaces (touch, audio/video).
• Fault-injection and hardware simulation experience.
• Knowledge of peripheral communication protocols (e.g., GMSL, IP).

Job Title: Senior Automation Engineer

Location: Hillsboro, Oregon

Job Type: Full-Time

Job Description:

We are seeking a highly experienced Senior Automation Engineer to join our advanced software and embedded systems team. The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in Python automation (Pytest), Robot Framework, and QNX environments, with strong skills in UX/UI automation and testing. This role involves enhancing and migrating automation frameworks, debugging complex integrations, and working closely with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality test automation solutions for embedded systems and entertainment platforms.

Key Responsibilities

Automation Framework Development

• Architect, develop, and maintain automation frameworks primarily using Python and Pytest.
• Lead migration of existing Robot Framework tests to Python/Pytest equivalents.
• Build reusable fixtures, utilities, wrapper layers, and automation components to support large test suites.

Test Execution & Optimization

• Analyze and interpret Robot Framework keyword libraries; enable efficient reuse within Python-based executions.
• Optimize hybrid execution flows involving both Pytest and Robot Framework assets.
• Execute and maintain UI and device automation tests using tools such as Appium, Selenium, or equivalent frameworks.

Cross-Layer Debugging & Integration

• Independently debug cross-layer automation issues involving Python, Robot Framework, device tools, and operating systems.
• Integrate automation frameworks with CI/CD pipelines and tools (e.g., Jenkins, GitLab, Azure DevOps).

Collaboration & Mentorship

• Mentor and guide junior automation engineers, establishing good coding practices, test design patterns, and quality standards.
• Work collaboratively with software engineers, product developers, and QA teams to enhance automation coverage and reliability.

System & Environment Interaction

• Work with QNX OS, virtualization systems (Hypervisor), and cloud environments (AWS).
• Engage with hardware interfacing (USB, Ethernet, multimedia interfaces) and hardware simulation/ fault-injection where applicable (nice-to-have).

Required Skills & Experience

• 7–10 years experience in automation engineering with 5+ years hands-on Python automation using Pytest.
• Practical experience with Robot Framework including keywords, variables, resources, and large keyword repositories.
• Strong skills in UI automation using tools such as Appium/Selenium.
• Solid understanding of modular test design and maintainable patterns (page-object, keyword patterns).
• Experience with QNX (Posix) operating system, virtualization (e.g., Hypervisor), and cloud-based environments (preferably AWS).
• Good understanding of Git, branching strategies, and CI/CD workflows.
• Proven ability to debug complex, multi-layered test automation environments.

Preferred Qualifications

• Exposure to embedded systems, aviation, or high-volume regression environments.
• Experience in framework migration, cross-framework interoperability, or keyword reuse models.
• Background in hardware interactions and media/UX systems (multimedia I/O, touch interactions).
• Familiarity with fault injection tools and hardware simulation techniques.
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Electronics, or related technical field.

Nice-to-Have Skills

• Hardware interfacing (USB, Ethernet), multimedia interfaces (touch, audio/video).
• Fault-injection and hardware simulation experience.
• Knowledge of peripheral communication protocols (e.g., GMSL, IP).

With global headquarters outside of Baltimore, MD, Actalent has an existing network of almost 30,000 engineering and sciences consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia, and Europe, including many of the Fortune 500. We give clients access to specialized experts that drive scale, innovation, and speed to market, supporting engineering and science initiatives that advance how companies serve the world. An operating company of Allegis Group, the global leader in talent solutions, Actalent launched as a new specialized engineering and sciences talent services and workforce solutions brand in 2021.

Bachelor's degree preferred

Customer or sales-focused experience

Experience collaborating in a team-oriented environment

Sourcing

• Utilize internal database and external sourcing methods to identify potential candidates
• Develop creative recruiting tactics to attract top talent
• Identify and attend industry events, career fairs, and professional associations to network with potential candidates

Screening

• Screen candidates to ensure their qualifications meet the position requirements
• Conduct professional interviews, reference checks, and required skills testing
• Present job opportunities to qualified talent

Servicing

• Prepare resume and candidate submittal package for client review
• Coach candidates through the client interview process, providing feedback along the way
• Prioritize consultant care
• Build and maintain relationships with talent through regular touchpoints
• Manage and supervise currently engaged consultants

We commit to providing continued education and training throughout your career to keep your skillset sharp and competitive:

• You'll take part in a comprehensive, structured training program to prepare you for your role, including role plays, job shadows, and teach-backs to create camaraderie and ensure you become a subject matter expert within your industry.
• Throughout your career at Actalent, you will engage in both formal and informal mentorship programs to progress toward your personal and professional goals.
• At every step of the way, you will be surrounded by a positive and supportive culture that encourages everyone to help develop themselves and others.
• Actalent promotes almost exclusively from within. Employees have the opportunity to develop and advance into leadership, management, or explore other opportunities across our business.

• Performance-based incentives
• Quarterly bonuses
• All-expenses-paid annual trips for top performers
• Company-funded investment plan with paid dividends

• Healthcare, dental, vision, and 401(k)
• 20 days paid time off (accrued per year)
• Employee discounts
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Student loan debt management with CommonBond

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $28.00 - $30.00/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 Beaverton, OR.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on May 8, 2025.

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.

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are 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

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.

Our Ideal Candidate

We are looking for a Senior Data Engineer who is a self-starter and detail-oriented with a strong blend of technical expertise and business acumen. The ideal candidate has a strong foundation in data engineering, experience working with healthcare data, and the ability to build scalable data-driven solutions. You are a proactive problem-solver who takes ownership of your work, continuously seeks to improve data quality and accessibility, and is committed to delivering high-quality data solutions.

Responsibilities

• Lead data modeling efforts to create optimized data structures for reporting and analytical purposes.
• Design, develop, and maintain end-to-end data pipelines that transform raw source data into high-quality, actionable datasets.
• Build the company's data infrastructure and data catalog, from data ingestion through the semantic layer, ensuring a robust, scalable architecture on AWS.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (product, technology, operations, etc.) to understand data needs, align them with business goals, and translate them into technical solutions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's (preferred) degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related quantitative field (Data Science).
• 5+ years of experience as a Data Engineer, Analytics Engineer, or similar role, with a strong focus on the development of end-to-end data solutions and products.
• 5+ years of hands-on experience with AWS cloud technologies is required, including designing, building, and maintaining cloud-based data infrastructure and infrastructure as a Code (IaC), such as CDK or Terraform.
• Proficiency in building and managing data infrastructure and ETL pipelines within AWS, leveraging services like AWS Glue, Athena, Redshift, Aurora, RDS, DynamoDB, EMR, Lambda, IAM, S3, EC2, CLI.
• Demonstrated experience in designing and implementing robust data models for analytical purposes.
• Strong proficiency in SQL and experience with various database systems (e.g., MySQL, NoSQL, Snowflake, Vector Databases).
• Strong proficiency in Python for data engineering and analytics, and extensive experience with data pipeline development and orchestration tools (e.g., Airflow, dbt).
• Experience with Power BI or Tableau for data reporting and dashboard development.
• Experience shipping data products to production and understanding software development lifecycle best practices.
• Strong problem-solving skills, the ability to work independently, and good communication and collaboration skills.
• Ability to learn new technologies and adapt to a fast-paced environment.
• Awareness of HIPAA, PHI, and other healthcare-specific regulations related to data and AI.