[Remote] Project Manager

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. The Vertex Companies, LLC is a global consulting firm providing strategic advisory, project management, and dispute resolution services for complex challenges. The Project Manager will execute and manage environmental assessment and remediation projects, coordinate field staff and subcontractors, oversee project deliverables and budgets, and prepare compliant final reports. The role also supports team coordination, quality control, operational objectives, and client needs.

Responsibilities

• Conduct and manage environmental site assessments including subsurface investigations of soil, groundwater, soil gas, and indoor air
• Plan and execute environmental remediation projects, including soil excavation and treatment, groundwater remediation, and vapor intrusion pathway mitigation
• Provide oversight to field staff and subcontractors conducting site investigation and remediation projects
• Ensure that project deliverables, milestones, and budgets are met
• Work closely with senior managers in the coordination of work activities to meet milestones, budgetary limits, deadlines, or other performance indicators
• Prepare, review, and submit final reports in accordance with regulations, applicable guidance and policies, and internal quality control standards
• Effectively coordinate with other team members as requested or assigned, able to provide guidance and monitor progress on assigned tasks or projects, and ensure work product produced by self or other assigned team members is consistently high quality
• Meet or exceed defined individual average utilization goals as set forth by company leadership
• Coordinate and support other team members as assigned in a “lead by example” manner, with emphasis on positivity and a culture that is empowered to execute
• Travel, as necessary to support client, employee, and leadership needs
• Support individual and any assigned team members quality control of service delivery, maintaining an excellent reputation of quality
• Provide guidance to project team members in a manner that assists with rapid identification and escalation to Managing Consultant of any client, team member or operational challenges
• Be aware of and work in a manner that supports the organization’s vision and defined business objectives
• Conduct self and collaborate with others in working toward achievement of defined profit objectives of assigned projects
• Cooperate in construction of strong cross-functional teams (cooperate with any suggested project assignments outside of original assigned practice area) to achieve success in shared goals, understanding that multiple perspectives and talents build stronger teams and results
• Complete daily tasks consistently

Skills

• Requires a Bachelor's degree in Geology, Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering and 4 years of related experience, a Master's degree and 3 years of related experience, or 8 years of related experience and no degree
• Experience with assessment, remediation, and compliance as well as other relevant regulatory programs for the region
• Successful track record in managing multi-faceted environmental projects with multiple services and accelerated schedules
• Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite - Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook required; working knowledge of Office 365 applications preferred
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
• Proven track record of independent work product production, project management, communication, and coordination with other team members
• Demonstrated management skills
• Licensed Geologist, Professional Engineer or Engineer in Training (EIT) in California; or successfully passed the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam and on track to take the PE exam
• Master's Degree in Geology, Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, or related environmental field
• Experience conducting Property Condition Assessments (PCAs)
• AHERA (Asbestos) certifications, preferred

Benefits

• Hybrid/remote schedule based in either our Irvine office, or remotely
• A performance-based discretionary bonus program
• Multiple healthcare and dental plan options
• Company-paid Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability coverage
• A 401(k) plan with immediate matching and full vesting
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• A robust Employee Assistance Program
• A suite of exclusive perks that enhance everyday life
• A generous paid time off program, including vacation, sick time, and paid holidays (with prorated options for eligible part-time employees)
• Tuition reimbursement and personalized support for employees pursuing advanced education

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