Project Manager 1

7H6 Pace Analytical Services, LLC; Huntington Beach (CA); On-site; USD 62,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401K retirement plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Pace Analytical in Huntington Beach, CA seeks an Environmental Project Manager I to oversee client communications and project delivery in an onsite, full-time role. You will coordinate with laboratory staff, manage scope changes, and ensure timely, compliant reporting across projects.

Experience in project management, strong communication, and a passion for environmental science are essential. This position offers full-time hours, with occasional Saturdays, in a safety-focused workplace.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in project management, chemistry, or a closely related field, and 5+ years of experience or equivalent.
• Experience with specialized or technical programs or operations is required.
• Strong communication with clients and internal teams is essential.

Responsibilities

• Serve as primary client contact for project updates, issues, deliverables.
• Lead client meetings in person or via teleconference.
• Coordinate with lab staff on project status and requirements.
• Develop and manage budgets, timelines, and resources.
• Update LIMS with project status, costs, and client data.
• Prepare complex reports and forecasts for clients and management.

Skills

Project management

Client communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Problem solving

Budget awareness

Regulatory compliance

Data interpretation

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in project management or related field

Tools

LIMS

MS Office

Data analysis tools

Job description

Shift: Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM PST (occasional Saturdays) Are you ready to work making the world a safer, healthier place? Join our mission to continuously move science forward; to innovate and advance all aspects of our business to improve the health and safety of our communities and lives. This is a full-time, onsite, Environmental Project Manager I position Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. PST Compensation: $62,000 - $72,000 per year The salary range for this position reflects a variety of factors. Compensation will be determined based on the candidate’s geographic location, relevant experience, education, skills, and alignment with internal equity. Market conditions, budgetary considerations, and organizational compensation guidelines may also influence the final offer. Make an Impact. Build a Career. At Pace®, everything we do is built upon an unwavering commitment to making the world a safer, healthier place. Since 1978, we’ve continued developing innovative practices that drive sustainability and empower our partners with accurate quality data at every critical moment and milestone. That's why we need you -- your curiosity, your talents, and your drive -- to help us advance this important work, and your career. We’re seeking curious, motivated individuals who are passionate about protecting our environment and the communities we serve. If you’re looking to develop your skills, contribute to meaningful scientific work, and build a long-term career in environmental science, Pace® could be the perfect place for you.

SUMMARY

Responsible for facilitating internal and external communication between clients, laboratory staff and sales staff. Uses complex to specialized professional and technical knowledge to communicate capabilities, project milestones, updates, delays, and deliverables.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Serves as the primary point of contact to clients regarding project updates, issues, deliverables, and scope changes.
• Leads client meetings in-person or via teleconference, as needed or as requested by the Account Executive.
• Collaborates and communicates with laboratory staff on project status.
• Problem solves alternatives to project issues, delays, etc. that could impact either the quality or turn-around-time of the results and communicates alternatives, when feasible, in a positive and professional manner with the customer.
• Collaborates with Account Executives and Department Leads to determine testing capabilities for incoming projects as well as quote changes based on project scope.
• Updates the Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) regarding projects status, cost, and client account information.
• Supports Sample Management for large scope projects/complex projects with reviewing project needs, incoming sample issues, and compliance with regulations.
• Generates client and department reports in a timely and efficient manner.
• Reviews dashboards/open projects to keep project moving and meet client's deadline.
• Provides complex to specialized analysis and interpretation of data results to clients.
• Assists with developing or participating in project management or cross-functional project or program objectives, which includes proposed budgets, timelines, materials, personnel, and other project requirements, receives direction and presents information to management.
• Interprets and applies department policies and procedures and assists with applicable laws, rules, and regulations; receives guidance within these areas as needed.
• Contributes to the efficiency and effectiveness of the department's service to its customers by offering suggestions and directing or participating as an active member of a work team.
• Promotes and supports the overall mission of Pace Analytical by demonstrating courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with customers and staff; acts in a manner that promotes a harmonious and effective workplace environment.

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.

Education and Experience: Bachelor's degree in project management, chemistry, or a closely related field; AND at least five (5) years of experience, including experience with specialized or technical programs or operations; OR an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Required Knowledge

• Comprehensive understanding of the administration and oversight of project management programs, policies and procedures.
• Complex to specialized methods to resolve project management problems, questions and concerns.
• Comprehensive understanding of applicable laws, codes and regulations.
• Understanding of extensive testing capabilities.
• Computer applications and systems related to the work.
• Principles and practices to serving as an effective project team member.
• Methods to communicate with staff, coworkers, and customers to ensure safe, effective and appropriate operations.
• Correct business English, including spelling, grammar and punctuation.
• Overseeing and administering broad and various project management functions.
• Training others in policies and procedures related to the work.
• Serving as a team member and the development and management of projects.
• Operating in a both a team and individual contributor environment.
• Interpreting, applying and explaining applicable laws, codes and regulations.
• Preparing complex to specialized functionals reports, correspondence and other written materials.
• Using initiative and independent judgment within established department guidelines.
• Using tact, discretion and prudence in working with those contacted in the course of the work.
• Contributing effectively to the accomplishment of team or work unit goals, objectives and activities.
• Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with a variety of individuals contacted in the course of the work.

PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS

The physical demands described herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Mobility to work in a lab and office setting, use standard office and lab equipment and stamina to sit for extended periods of time; exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently to lift, carry, push, pull or move objects; vision to read printed materials and computer screens; and hearing and speech to communicate in person or over the telephone.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT

Work is performed in a lab and office setting. Work is subject chemicals, fumes, gasses, noxious odors and related items in a lab setting.

Benefits

When you join Pace®, you commit to work that makes a positive impact on our communities and our world. We commit to supporting you with benefits and perks that make a positive impact on your life. Full-time roles are eligible for our comprehensive benefits program which includes competitive salaries, medical, dental vision, 401K retirement savings plan (100% vested immediately in the employer match), life, disability and voluntary benefits, paid time off for holiday, sick and vacation days, HSA, wellness program, flexible spending accounts, tuition reimbursement, Employee Assistance program, parental leave, optional legal coverage and ID theft.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Pace® provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, creed, color, religion, genetics, protected veteran status, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Pace® makes the world a safer, healthier place. We partner with clients to provide the service, science, and laboratory data needed to make critical decisions that benefit us all. Through a nationwide laboratory network, Pace® advances the science of businesses, industries, consulting firms, government agencies, and others. More at PACELABS.com.