Project Manager Assistant - Environmental Laboratory

Onterris, Inc.; Orange (CA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Onterris, Inc. in Orange, CA seeks a Project Manager Assistant to support multiple environmental projects in a lab and office setting. You will handle sample logistics, client communications, data reviews, and reporting under supervision, with a Wed-Sun schedule and potential overtime as needed.

The role requires a BS/BA in analytical science or related field, strong MS Office skills, and the ability to work across cross-functional teams in a fast-paced environment. LIMS proficiency is a plus.

Qualifications

• BS/BA in analytical science or equivalent experience in analytical/environmental laboratory.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office: Excel, Word, PowerPoint.
• Excellent verbal and written communication at all levels of the organization.
• PM experience preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Assist with client accounts setup, project implementation, login, storage, and verification of client samples.
• Coordinate with clients and labs for bottle orders, sample delivery, and data/status reports.
• Create and send client reports; review data for trends or anomalies.
• Support project managers, group leaders, and clients with administrative tasks.
• Maintain project notes and organize project data files (quotes, chain of custody, study plan).
• Assist with state reporting forms and interlaboratory communication.

Skills

MS Office Suite

Verbal & Written Comm

PM/Project Management

Education

BS/BA in Analytical Science

Tools

LIMS

Job description

## Project Manager Assistant - Environmental LaboratoryApply: USA-CA-Orange: Full time: Posted Yesterday: R8913# **About Us**At Onterris, we build careers grounded in purpose, responsibility and real-world impact.“For Planet and Progress” is our north star that guides everything we do. We believe environmental responsibility and human progress are interconnected, interwoven and international. Our scientists, engineers, field teams, consultants and professionals collaborate across disciplines and geographies, guiding industries and governments, ensuring that communities and environments thrive.When you join us, you’re not just forging a career, you’re joining a movement. A movement for better thinking, smarter solutions and lasting impact.Together, we will advance our way of life and protect the integrity of our environment every step of the way.# **A Day in the Life** As a Full-Time **Project Manager Assistant** in our **Orange, CA Laboratory**, you’ll be responsible for assisting multiple projects where you will have increasing interaction with our multi-disciplinary staff, regulatory agencies and clients. You will be part of a strong team of committed professionals. The compensation range for this role is **$25 to $34,** commensurate with experience, skills, and geographic location. **Schedule:** Wednesday - Sunday To thrive in this role, you’ll be comfortable taking ownership of the following responsibilities: * Assists with client accounts set up, project implementation, login, storage, and verification of client samples; verifies chains of custody and notifies client of discrepancies* Reviews client protocols and verifies the project account is set up accordingly* Coordinates with clients and labs for bottle orders, sample delivery schedules, status of data and reports, exceedance notifications to clients, login updates and other project management related tasks* Creates and puts together field sampling and sample bottle order kits, reviews work order tickets and sends client sample receipt confirmation as well as confirms sampling schedule with clients* Coordinates with subcontract labs for sample delivery and project status and generates subcontract COCs* Creates and sends reports to clients including review of data for trends or anomalies, if applicable as well as sends invoices to clients* Works directly with project managers, group leaders, and clients* General administrative project support such as keeping detailed project notes and records or organization and maintenance of project data files (quote, chain of custody, study plan/protocol, lab instructions, etc.)* Manages small and simple project accounts* Maintains and monitors project plans and schedule (sample pulls, delivery, and available sample inventory)* Assists with project tracking and interlaboratory communication* Generates and submits state reporting forms* Assists Sample Receiving team with deliveries and drop offs as needed* Ability to work within the LIMS and create/edit EDDs* Participate in client calls and meetings* Other duties as assigned # **Your Expertise and Skills** These requirements reflect the knowledge, skills and abilities that help you do your best work here.* BS/BA in an analytical science or equivalent experience in analytical/environmental laboratory* Proficient in Microsoft Suite: Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.* Highly motivated and self-starter* Excellent verbal and written communication at all levels of the organization* Flexible schedule including overtime as needed* Able to multi-task under strict deadlines* PMA experience is preferred but not required Preferred Skills* Knowledge of analytical methods, data evaluations, and customer services* Able to work collaboratively to analyze problems, then take charge and implement solutions* Able to work independently and manage multiple responsibilities (i.e., self-starter, self-motivated)* Ability to interface with cross-functional teams and all levels of personnel/management* Strong problem solving and analytical skills* Solid organization and time/project management skills* English language competency# **Work Environment and Physical Requirements** The physical and environmental requirements below reflect what’s typically needed to perform the essential functions of this role safely and effectively. We may provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities, consistent with applicable law, to support performance of the essential functions.* Availability to work Wednesday - Sunday, and holidays as needed* Sitting, standing, and walking* Work onsite in an office and/or laboratory environment* Lifting and carrying supplies, materials, files, or equipment up to 25 lbs