Environmental Lab Project Manager

ABOUT YOU 

Are you passionate about the air we breathe, the water we drink, and the soil that feeds us and ready to join an inclusive work environment, committed to leading new ideas and pathways, and to delivering value? If the answer is, “Yes!” then we have an exciting career opportunity for you as an Environmental Project Manager based in our Richmond, VA lab.

Who are we?  We are Montrose, a global environmental services provider offering environmental planning and permitting, measurement and analytical services, and environmental resiliency and sustainability solutions.  Our qualified engineers, scientists, technicians, associates, and policy experts are proud of our collective expertise and the collaborative nature of our approach to helping clients. We strive to optimize environmental resiliency in a way that effectively complements our clients’ decision-making and operations and efficiently fulfills their project requirements.

We have over 135 offices across the United States, Canada, Europe and Australia and are approaching 3000 employees – all ready to provide solutions for environmental needs.

WHAT WE CAN OFFER TO YOU

As a key member of our Montrose team, you can expect:

• Mentorship and professional development resources to advance your career
• Direct exposure to our industry’s leading experts who are solving the world’s toughest environmental challenges
• An entrepreneurial environment where you can learn, thrive and collaborate with talented colleagues
• Opportunities to engage and contribute in our Diversity, Fairness and Inclusion and Women Empowering Leadership employee resource groups
• Competitive compensation package: annual compensation ranging from $58,000.00 to $67,000.00, commensurate with education, accomplishments, performance, credentials and geography
• Competitive medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage
• 401k with a competitive 4% employer match
• Progressive vacation policies, company holidays and paid parental leave benefits to ensure work/life balance
• A financial assistance program that supports peers in need, known as the Montrose Foundation
• Access to attractive student loan rates to optimize your student loan payoff plans

A DAY IN THE LIFE

Enthalpy Analytical, is part of the larger organization, Montrose Environmental Group, is comprised of over 9 laboratories servicing air, water, and soil testing.  Regulations drive the need for our services, but our unique capabilities allow us to add value to clients beyond environmental compliance. 

As a key member of the Richmond team, this role will be responsible for a full range of activities including:

• Schedule routes for couriers with goal of maximizing density of pickups, keeping costs low, meeting client timelines, and facilitating logistical needs of Enthalpy laboratories.
• Responsible for preparation and completion of project deliverables, including but not limited to invoices, Certificate of Analysis.
• Responsible for environmental compliance of field and lab data with regard to permits and regulatory standards.
• Develop and acquire certification for laboratory analyses, such as microbiology testing to establish a short holding laboratory.
• Serve as a mobile presence/logistical resource for clients. 
• Provide sample pick up and container pick up in case of emergency. 
• Assess and recommend routing to meet client and project manager needs. 
• Manage courier expenses and time sheets, appropriating the correct hours to the correct lab location.
• Determine needs for testing expansion or changing of routes and schedules.
• Train and evaluate lab and other courier staff members.
• Conduct performance reviews
• Ensure that company vehicle fleet is in good working order. 
• Able to work overtime as needed.
• Assist the Regional Director in growth strategy of the service center.
• Comply with Enthalpy’s Quality Assurance Program, Health & Safety Plan, and other policies
• Other duties as assigned by the Lab Director or Regional Director

YOUR EXPERTISE & SKILLS
To perform this job successfully, individuals must be able to perform each duty and responsibility satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited university.
• 8+ years of environmental-related experience including demonstrated progress in managing projects.

Preferred Skills

• BS in Science related degree or equivalent of 3 years in similar work experience
• 5+ yrs. of environmental lab and/or field logistics experience
• Experience directly managing clients and/or employees.
• Proficient computer skills, including MS Office suite.
• Excellent analytical, problem solving, and organizational skills.  
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills. 
• Demonstrated ability to lead and manage staff. 

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of employees so classified. If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process, or are limited in the ability or unable to access or use this online application process and need an alternative method for applying, you may contact 949-988-3500 or careers@montrose-env.com for assistance.

MAKE THE MOVE TO ACCELERATE YOUR CAREER
We are a fast-paced, dynamic and high-growth company. You are your own boss, but you will get tons of guidance and plenty of support from talented, super-smart colleagues and its service providers. Therefore, if freedom, autonomy, and head-scratching professional challenges attract you, we could be the perfect match made in heaven.

Want to know more about us? Visit montrose-env.com and have fun!

Montrose is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Montrose is committed to recruiting and hiring qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, or veteran status. Montrose is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its employment for individuals with disabilities.

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