Assistant Project Manager - Environmental

Michael Baker Intl.; Moon Township (Allegheny County); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 109,000; Full time

Job summary

Michael Baker International is seeking an Assistant Project Manager to support the Environmental team in Moon Township. This role involves project planning, personnel management, data evaluation, and fieldwork, requiring a strong educational background and relevant experience. A hybrid working arrangement is available.

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401k Retirement Plan

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

Life and disability insurance

Professional and personal development

Generous paid time off

Commuter and wellness benefits

Qualifications

• 5-7 years of related experience.
• Professional Geologist or Professional Engineer license, or ability to obtain.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the planning, direction, performance, and coordination of projects.
• Manage personnel needs to maintain project efficiency.
• Develop and execute field work for projects.

Skills

Environmental knowledge

Sampling knowledge

Problem solving

Negotiation

Decision-making

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Geology, Environmental, Civil or Chemical Engineering

Job description

What We’re Looking For:

Michael Baker International is seeking an Assistant Project Manager to join the Environmental team in our Moon Township (Pittsburgh), PA office. Under the supervision of a Project Manager, the successful candidate will assist in the planning, direction, performance, and coordination activities of designated projects to ensure that the goals or objectives are accomplished within a prescribed time frame, funding parameters, and quality objectives.

What You’ll Do:

• Assist with assigning staff to projects, supervising the assigned technical / professional staff on a day-to-day basis, reviewing budgets and schedules to identify existing or emerging problems
• Manage personnel needs to maintain project efficiency and to see that all tasks are completed within schedule and budgets; confer with project personnel to provide team building and problem resolution
• Coordinate with Project Manager in providing guidance and technical advice to project staff; evaluate performance, implement corrective actions, and provide professional development opportunities to staff
• Develop, lead, and execute field work in support of projects to include soil and water sampling, monitoring well installation, and other general field tasks both individually and working with a field team
• As requested, prepare and review the technical elements of proposals including scope, implementation, and scheduling projections
• Evaluate data derived from pollution emission measurements, atmospheric monitoring, meteorological and mineralogical information, and soil, water, or waste samples
• Construct moderately complex environmental tables using spreadsheet, database, and work processing software; prepares graphs and charts from synthesized data
• Develop moderately complex environmental reports to summarize existing environmental conditions, develop theories, and recommend solutions
• Under the direction of more experienced personnel, interact with clients regarding project issues such as interviewing for site assessments
• Attend CPR, first aid, and hazardous operations training as required, observing all safety policies and procedures
• Occasional to moderate travel to project sites may be required

A Hybrid working arrangement is available

SPONSORSHIP IS NOT AVAILABLE FOR THIS POSITION

What You Need to Succeed:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Geology, Environmental, Civil or Chemical Engineering
• 5-7 years of related experience
• Professional Geologist or Professional Engineer license, or ability to obtain
• Possess environmental and sampling knowledge
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively on all levels, both internal and external
• Ability to conceptualize and think creatively
• Ability to maintain close client relationships based on trust, communication, and understanding their needs
• Demonstrated ability to properly address and manage change
• Demonstrated problem solving, negotiation, and decision-making skills

Compensation:

The approximate compensation range for this position$75,095 - $108,432 per year. This compensation range is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting. Actual compensation is dependent upon factors such as education, qualifications, experience, skillset, and physical work location.

Why Choose Us:

• Medical, dental, vision insurance
• 401k Retirement Plan
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Life, AD&D, short-term, and long-term disability
• Professional and personal development
• Generous paid time off
• Commuter and wellness benefits