Environmental Project Manager I/II/III - Ahtna Solutions, LLC

Ahtna, Inc.; United States Virgin Islands; Hybrid; USD 86,000 - 158,000; Full time

Job summary

Ahtna, Inc. is seeking an Environmental Project Manager I/II/III who will provide direction on diverse construction and environmental projects. The role demands strong leadership, effective communication skills, and the ability to prioritize tasks while overseeing multiple stakeholders. A bachelor's degree in a related field and relevant experience are required. The position involves travel and a competitive salary range reflecting the complexity and importance of project management within the organization.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in relevant fields required.
• Experience with Federal contracting necessary.
• Three to five years of relevant experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee various projects from planning to execution.
• Develop acceptance criteria for project phases and manage stakes.
• Ensure compliance with quality, regulatory, and security processes.

Skills

Communication

Project Management

Time Management

Analytical Thinking

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Geology, Construction Management, or Physical/Environmental Sciences

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Microsoft Project

GIS Software

Job description

Environmental Project Manager I/II/III - Ahtna Solutions, LLC

Job Category: Project Management

Requisition Number: PROJE001667

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• Posted : May 23, 2025
• Full-Time
• Remote

Locations

Showing 1 location

Telecommute
United States

Description

Summary:

Provide overall project management direction on a wide variety of construction and/or environmental projects. Personal initiative and critical thinking skills to complete job duties with minimal guidance. The position is schedule-driven; Project Managers must be able to set priorities, take ownership of projects, work efficiently, and provide a consistent level of high-quality in a high-pressure environment. Project Managers must be capable of assembling and leading teams to conduct the work. Project Managers must demonstrate innovation, excellent communication skills, and a high level of customer service.

The salary range for this position is $86,543-$157,042/year, please note this is a tiered position.

This position will require up to 60% of travel within the southwest United States region.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: (including but not limited to)

• Review and approve detailed project/component-level plans.
• Manage and oversee projects, including managing subcontracting process and subcontractors’ activities, prepare technical evaluations on their engineering specialty, identify and recommend solutions to mitigate issues and problems encountered during various construction phases in accordance with project scope of work, acceptable construction code/practices, and Federal and State regulations.
• Develop and define acceptance criteria for all project phases/key deliverables. Close monitoring of critical milestones and deliverables.
• Ensure the project stays aligned with the strategic goals and delivers the planned/stated benefits.
• Provide engineering and technical guidance, support, coordination, and oversight to project staff preparing written documentation.
• Collaborate with various groups within Ahtna and multiple client organizations.
• Identification analysis of all project risks and preparation for a risk response plan.
• Proactive communication of risks to concerned stakeholders.
• Identify and ensure resolution of all project-level issues.
• Manage all communications between internal stakeholders, clients, and third parties.
• Ensure the preparation of various status and progress reports with metrics for various stakeholders.
• Align all the project components and groups to ensure project success.
• Supervise construction field staff and tradesmen. Work closely with site superintendents in executing a wide variety of construction activities, overseeing and conducting field quality control functions with field QC staff.
• Foster a high-performance team environment where diversity is valued and people are treated with respect and dignity. Applying innovative and effective management techniques to maximize employee performance.
• Ensure compliance with all quality, regulatory, and security processes.
• Preparing and reviewing proposals per RFP and bid documents, including estimating and bid reviews.
• Authoring and/or reviewing contract deliverables, including, but not limited to, product or technical submittals, work plans, safety plans, sampling and analysis plans, and reports.
• Support field staff as necessary.
• Thorough understanding of corporate and industry practices, processes, standards, etc., and their impact on project activities
• Other duties as assigned by management

Level Specific Responsibilities: (may include, but not limited to)

Level - I

• Provide client assistance to program managers;
• Manage scope, schedule, and budget on small-sized projects
• Maintain 1-2 areas of technical expertise
• Technical project execution and document preparation, peer review of project documents
• Assist with small-sized task orders and project proposals
• Technical mentoring

Level - II

• Provide client assistance to program managers;
• Manage scope, schedule, and budget on medium-sized projects
• Maintain 2 areas of technical expertise
• Lead technical project execution and document preparation, peer review of project documents
• Prepare medium-sized task orders and project proposals
• Project staffing and technical mentoring

Level - Senior

• Business development assistance to program managers;
• Manage scope, schedule, and budget on large-sized projects
• Maintain 2-3 areas of technical expertise
• Lead technical project execution and document preparation, senior review project documents
• Prepare task orders and project proposals
• Project staffing and technical mentoring

Qualifications:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

Minimum Qualifications

All levels:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Geology, Construction Management, or Physical/Environmental Sciences
• Valid Driver’s License with clean driving record, able to drive a company vehicle
• Experience with Federal contracting
• Experience with and adept at explaining technical aspects of fieldwork to internal and external clients verbally and in writing
• Ability to pass background checks by various Federal Agencies (e.g., DOD, DHS, FAA, etc.) to obtain security access badges
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
• Proficiency in Microsoft Project or similar scheduling software

Level - I

• Three (3) to Five (5) years of relevant experience; specialized training and/or an advanced degree, such as an MS, may be substituted for work experience

Level - II

• Five (5) to Seven (7) years of relevant experience, specialized training, and/or an advanced degree, such as an MS, may be substituted for work experience

Level – Senior

• Eight (8) or more years of relevant experience, specialized training, and/or an advanced degree, such as an MS, may be substituted for work experience

Preferred Qualifications

• GIS Software
• Professional Registration such as PE, PG, CEM, or PMP
• Knowledge and experience with Alaska Native cultures

Shareholder Preference:

• Pursuant to PL 93-638, as amended, preference will be given to qualified Ahtna Native Corporation Shareholders, Descendants, and Spouses in all phases of employment.

Core Competencies:

• Self-motivated - Ability to be internally inspired to perform a task to the best of one’s ability using one's own drive or initiative.
• Communication, Oral - Ability to communicate effectively using the spoken word.
• Time Management - Ability to utilize the available time to organize and complete work within given deadlines.
• Goal Oriented - Ability to focus on a goal and obtain a pre-determined result.
• Accuracy - Ability to perform work accurately.
• Teamwork - Ability to integrate into and work with diverse teams, including stakeholders, regulators, government officials, and internal staff.
• Leadership - Ability to lead a team of people to accomplish a task.
• Generally, indoors. While outdoors may be subject to construction site conditions, confined spaces, changes in temperature, weather conditions, and noise levels.

Physical Demands (including but not limited to):

• Frequent sitting for prolonged periods of time, using hands/fingers requiring dexterity and coordination to handle files and single pieces of paper, reaching with hands and arms for items above and below desk level, talking, hearing, and seeing (up close, at a distance, along the periphery, with depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus); walking from place to place.
• While in the field, reaching with hands and arms for items above and below sight level, talking, hearing, and seeing (up close, at a distance, along the periphery, with depth, color perception, and the ability to adjust focus); walking from place to place within the project location with occasional use of stairs and no elevator available; bending, pushing, pulling, and standing for up to 12 hours. Frequent lifting of up to 50 pounds, such as small electrical components, equipment, and other materials.
• Work requires computer usage with strength, dexterity, coordination, and visual acuity to use a keyboard and video display terminal and other office equipment.
• Moderate travel required to shareholder communities, subsidiary offices, and other project locations as needed.

[Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.]

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. The employee(s) will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments.

A review of this job has excluded marginal functions of the job that are incidental to the performance of fundamental job duties. All duties and responsibilities are essential job functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbent(s) will possess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, or abilities required to perform the essential duties and responsibilities.

This job description is not an employment agreement or contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at-will” relationship. Management has the exclusive right to alter the scope of work within the framework of this job description at any time without prior notice.

Qualifications

Education

Required

Bachelors or better in Engineering or related field.

Experience

Required

3 years:

3 years:

Bachelor’s degree or a 1:1 years of work experience.Valid Driver’s License with clean driving record, able to drive company vehicleExperience with Federal contractingStrong knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and OutlookProficiency in Microsoft Project or similar scheduling software Level - IThree (3) to Five (5) years of relevant experience; specialized training and/or an advanced degree such as MS may be substituted for work experience

Licenses & Certifications

Required

Driver's License

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