Environmental & PCA Assistant Project Manager

The Vertex Companies LLC; Columbia (MD); Hybrid; USD 51,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan with matching

Time away off program

Life Insurance

Job summary

The Vertex Companies LLC is seeking an Associate to conduct Environmental Site Assessments and assist with project coordination. This role requires effective collaboration with team members and preparation of high-quality reports to meet project deadlines.

Applicants should have a Bachelor's degree and relevant experience, possess strong analytical and communication skills, and be willing to travel for field work. The position offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of related experience, or advanced degree without experience, or 5 years of experience without a degree.
• OSHA-10 or OSHA-30 certification required.
• Ability and willingness for frequent travel for field work.

Responsibilities

• Conduct Phase I Environmental Site Assessments and Property Condition Assessments.
• Prepare, review, and submit final reports.
• Coordinate with team members to meet project deliverables.

Skills

Environmental Site Assessments

Technical report writing

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

Description

The Vertex Companies, LLC (VERTEX) is a $180M global consulting firm that integrates strategic advisory, project management, and dispute resolution services for organizations facing complex challenges in a world of risk. We embody our core values of embracing lifelong learning, operating with urgency, maximizing value, and driving collaboration to better outcomes for our clients, colleagues, and communities. Join us if you are looking for a career that offers you a chance to love what you do and deliver meaningful impact.

Job Description

The Associate will assist their assigned supervisor with execution of assigned tasks, production of on time and high-quality individual work product, and positive coordination with other team members as assigned or requested in order to produce work product. The Associate is responsible for supporting the success of their assigned subpractice area and project as highest priority. The Associate will perform assigned tasks in a manner that models the Company’s core values and inspires and encourages goal achievement through empowerment, learning, and creativity among the team.

Core Responsibilities

• Primary responsibilities will be to conduct and manage Phase I Environmental Site Assessments (ESA), Property Condition Assessments (PCA) and commercial energy usage assessments including the field inspections and report writing.
• Additional work might include subsurface investigations (including groundwater, soil gas, soil sampling), remediation work, writing technical reports and/or other project assignments as appropriate.
• 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.
• Majority of the work will be located within North Carolina, South Carolina, and Virginia, but project demands may require fairly regular travel throughout the country.
• Responsible for supporting assigned supervisor in meeting or exceeding the defined annual budget for the entire practice area (including proactive management of individual assigned tasks, monitoring of individual utilization performance vs assigned target, and collaboration with others to achieve desired business outcomes).
• Effectively coordinate with other team members as requested or assigned, able to proactively monitor own progress on assigned tasks or projects, and ensure work product produced by self or in collaboration with other assigned team members is consistently high quality.
• Support assigned Supervisor in monitoring of all relevant data such as individual utilization performance vs target, client deadlines, accurate and timely timesheet data, etc.
• Meet or exceed defined individual average utilization goals as set forth by company leadership.
• Coordinate and support other team members as assigned, with emphasis on positivity and in support of a culture that is empowered to execute.
• Conduct self in support of driving towards defined objectives and key results (OKRs).
• Travel as necessary to support client, employee, and leadership needs.
• Support quality control of service delivery with all individual work product production, maintaining an excellent reputation of quality.
• Collaborate with other team members in a manner that assists with rapid identification and escalation to Supervisor of any client, team member or operational challenges.

Operations

• 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 consistent.

Qualifications & Competencies

• Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of 2 years of related experience; or an advanced degree without experience; or 5 years of related work experience and no degree.
• Phase I ESAs and PCAs following ASTM guidelines.
• Experience with assessment, remediation and compliance with the Illinois Environmental Protection Agency (IEPA) regulatory programs (e.g. LUST, SRP) as well as other relevant regulatory agencies within the region.
• OSHA-10 or OSHA-30 certification.Health & Safety Certification pursuant to OSHA 29 CFR 1910.120 (HAZWOPER 40 Hour).
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills in English.
• Strong technical report writing skills in English.
• Ability/willingness for frequent travel for field work (valid driver’s license required).
• Working proficiency with office applications - MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.).
• Ability to walk job sites during inspections, sometimes on uneven terrain, climbing of ladders to access and evaluate roofing conditions and roof‑mounted equipment, and carry field testing equipment (up to 30 pounds) onto job site.

Knowledge & Skills

• Experience in providing reliable work product review as assigned.
• Able to communicate effectively (written and verbal) with co‑workers and Supervisors, and clients, subcontractors, and vendors as assigned.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Demonstrated self‑awareness and flexibility in working with a variety of personalities and work styles (colleagues, clients, Assigned Supervisors).
• Able to handle multiple priorities and perform consistently and positively under high stress conditions.

Additional Information

At VERTEX, we invest in top talent with a highly competitive total compensation package designed to reward performance and support long‑term success. Total compensation includes a base salary and a performance‑based discretionary bonus program. Our comprehensive benefits package offers multiple healthcare and dental plan options, as well as company‑paid Life Insurance, Short‑Term Disability, and Long‑Term Disability coverage—ensuring peace of mind for you and your family.

We offer a 401(k) plan with immediate matching and full vesting, empowering employees to build financial security from day one. Additional benefits include Flexible Spending Accounts, a robust Employee Assistance Program, and a suite of exclusive perks that enhance everyday life.

Time away matters—so we provide a generous paid time off program, including vacation, sick time, and paid holidays (with prorated options for eligible part‑time employees).

At The Vertex Companies, our salary ranges are intentionally designed to support meaningful career growth over time. These ranges allow employees to develop, expand their impact, and increase their earnings as they progress within their job level. A new hire’s starting compensation is determined by their experience, geographical location, scope of the role at the time of hire and Company affordability. Our ranges are structured to reward growth and performance, ensuring there is room for advancement and long‑term opportunity.

The Pay Range For This Role Is

$55,000.00 - $150,000.00 USD annually (Geographical Tier A - Sample Locations: Irvine CA, Middlesex NJ, Tacoma WA, Boston, Alexandria)

$51,000.00 - $138,000.00 USD annually (Geographical Tier B - Sample Locations: Baltimore, Chicago, Anchorage, Portland)

At VERTEX, growth never stops. Our signature “Lifetime of Learning” program offers tuition reimbursement and personalized support for employees pursuing advanced education—helping you sharpen your skills and accelerate your career.