Assistant Project Manager - Environmental

Action; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading environmental consulting firm in Nashville is seeking an Assistant Project Manager to coordinate and support various environmental and industrial projects. Candidates should have a Bachelor's Degree in Environmental Science or related fields, preferably with 4-6 years of experience in the industry. This role requires excellent organizational and communication skills to manage project activities efficiently and ensure effective collaboration with stakeholders.

Qualifications

• 4-6 years of experience in the environmental industry preferred.
• Valid driver's license and access to a vehicle required.
• Current 40-hour HAZWOPER training preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist with managing environmental and industrial projects.
• Coordinate project activities ensuring timely completion.
• Prepare and deliver detailed project reports.
• Perform administrative tasks and manage project documents.
• Collect and prepare data for project reports and cost estimates.
• Perform field activities including sample collection.

Skills

Organizational abilities

Quantitative skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Adaptability

Attention to detail

Time management

Interpersonal skills

Leadership skills

Technical competency

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Environmental Science, Geology, Hydrogeology, or Environmental Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Job Summary:
The Assistant Project Manager (APM) will support Project Managers in all aspects of industrial and environmental projects. This role involves coordinating project activities, ensuring timely completion within budget, and maintaining effective communication with project teams, stakeholders, and clients. The APM will also contribute to project planning, risk management, and quality control, often serving as a key point of contact for project specifics.

Responsibilities:

• Assist Project Managers with managing and executing environmental, industrial and remediation projects, including outages, waste management, and tank cleaning and chemical safety implementation.
• Coordinate project activities, ensuring tasks are completed on time and within budget.
• Perform administrative duties such as organizing and maintaining project documents, updating digital databases, and managing project budgets.
• Prepare and deliver detailed project reports, updating on progress, challenges, and milestones.
• Collect, analyze, and prepare raw data for project reports, plans, specifications, permits, and cost estimates.
• Perform field activities as needed, including sample collection of various environmental media (groundwater, surface water, soil, sediment, indoor air/vapor), soil classification, and oversight of subcontractor activities.
• Liaise with site managers to discuss project delays or other issues and communicate effectively with clients.
• Assist with generating client invoices and creating detailed written estimates.
• Identify potential risks and develop mitigation strategies for project success.
• Ensure project outputs meet required standards and expectations through regular monitoring and evaluation.
• Maintain and utilize working knowledge of accepted regulatory programs, and field standards and practices.
• Provide input and assistance in investigating new techniques and methods to increase efficiency and incorporate cutting-edge applications.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Environmental Science, Geology, Hydrogeology, Environmental Engineering, or equivalent experience.
• Typically 4-6 years of experience in the environmental industry, with experience in hazardous waste site investigation/remediation preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Valid driver's license and access to a vehicle.
• Current 40-hour HAZWOPER training (preferred).

Skills:

• Excellent organizational abilities, capable of managing multiple projects, budgets, schedules, and plans simultaneously.
• Strong quantitative, mathematical, and analytical skills.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills for effective interaction with team members, stakeholders, and clients.
• Problem-solving and critical thinking skills to analyze situations, identify issues, and devise effective solutions.
• Adaptability and flexibility to navigate unforeseen changes or challenges in projects.
• High attention to detail to ensure project quality and accuracy.
• Effective time management to meet deadlines and keep projects on track.
• Strong interpersonal skills for building and maintaining relationships.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Leadership skills for motivating and guiding project teams.
• Basic technical competency and demonstrated skills in engineering/scientific judgment.
• Ability to coordinate and perform field work, with basic competency in hand tools and power equipment.