Technical Project Manager (Entry Level)

Banda Group International; Richland (WA); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP

Dental, vision, life insurance

Short/long-term disability insurance

401(k) with match

Paid holidays

Gym membership

PTO and holidays

Job summary

Banda Group International (BGI) is seeking an entry-level Technical Project Manager 1 – Risk Analyst to support risk management for capital asset projects. This hybrid role is based in Richland, WA, with in-office days on Tue and Wed and potential remote days.

You will learn risk identification, documentation, and reporting, under senior analysts' guidance. You will assist with cost and schedule risk analysis, maintain risk registers, and prepare routine risk summaries while developing

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in any discipline from an accredited institution.
• Basic understanding of project management concepts.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to collect, organize, and review information for accuracy and completeness.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills.
• Basic proficiency with Microsoft Excel and other standard office applications.
• Ability to follow established procedures, manage tasks, and work collaboratively.
• Willingness to learn, ask questions, and develop new technical skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist with identifying and documenting risks affecting project scope, cost, schedule, and technical performance.
• Gather information from project teams and help develop risk statements, including potential causes and consequences.
• Maintain and update risk registers, tracking risk owners, assessments, mitigation actions, due dates, and status.
• Participate in risk review meetings, document discussions, and follow up on assigned action items.
• Support routine risk assessments using established procedures and guidance from senior analysts.
• Learn project risk management practices and how they support the capital asset project lifecycle.
• Assist with cost and schedule risk analysis, including basic statistical concepts and Monte Carlo simulation.
• Gather and review data inputs, assist with established risk models, and document assumptions and results.
• Prepare routine risk summaries, reports, and presentations.
• Identify missing or inconsistent information and communicate questions or concerns to senior staff.
• Collaborate with project managers, engineers, project controls personnel, and other team members to support project risk activities.

Skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Written and verbal communication

Excel proficiency

Collaboration

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in any discipline

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Advertised Job Type: Permanent - Full-time regular employment

Work Type: Hybrid

Job Description

About Banda Group International

Banda Group International (BGI) is an employee-owned provider of environmental safety, security, technical, and project management services to government and private-sector clients worldwide. Founded on the principles of environmental, health, and safety (EH&S), BGI values excellence, collaboration, and service. We seek talented individuals who share our values and want to grow with us.

Position Summary

The Technical Project Manager 1 – Risk Analyst supports risk management activities for capital asset projects while developing foundational knowledge and practical experience in project risk analysis. This entry-level position works under the guidance of experienced risk professionals, assisting with risk identification, documentation, assessments, and reporting. The role provides hands-on exposure to project management, cost and schedule risk analysis, and quantitative analysis methods, including Monte Carlo simulation. Training and mentorship will be provided, with responsibilities increasing as skills and experience develop. This is a hybrid position based in Richland, Washington, with required onsite work Tuesday and Wednesday and the option to work remotely one to two additional days per week. The standard schedule is four 10-hour days.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Assist with identifying and documenting risks affecting project scope, cost, schedule, and technical performance.

Gather information from project teams and help develop risk statements, including potential causes and consequences.

Maintain and update risk registers, tracking risk owners, assessments, mitigation actions, due dates, and status.

Participate in risk review meetings, document discussions, and follow up on assigned action items.

Support routine risk assessments using established procedures and guidance from senior analysts.

Learn project risk management practices and how they support the capital asset project lifecycle.

Assist with cost and schedule risk analysis, including basic statistical concepts and Monte Carlo simulation.

Gather and review data inputs, assist with established risk models, and document assumptions and results.

Prepare routine risk summaries, reports, and presentations.

Identify missing or inconsistent information and communicate questions or concerns to senior staff.

Collaborate with project managers, engineers, project controls personnel, and other team members to support project risk activities.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in any discipline from an accredited institution.

Basic understanding of project management concepts, including scope, cost, schedule, and deliverables, through education, training, or experience.

Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

Ability to collect, organize, and review information for accuracy and completeness.

Clear written and verbal communication skills.

Basic proficiency with Microsoft Excel and other standard office applications.

Ability to follow established procedures, manage assigned tasks, and work collaboratively.

Willingness to learn, ask questions, accept feedback, and develop new technical skills.

Preferred Qualifications

Recent graduate or early-career professional interested in project management, risk analysis, or project controls.

Exposure to engineering, construction, business, mathematics, statistics, or data analysis through coursework, internships, or employment.

Familiarity with basic statistics and probability concepts.

Previous exposure to project management or DOE projects.

Training and Development

This is an entry-level developmental position. Previous experience with Monte Carlo simulation, specialized risk management software, or DOE capital asset projects is not required. The selected candidate will receive structured training, mentorship, and supervised practical experience. Assignments will gradually increase in complexity as knowledge and skills develop. Risk assessments, model inputs, analysis results, and reporting products will be reviewed by experienced personnel.

Work Arrangement: Hybrid, with one to two remote workdays per week.

Onsite Requirement: Tuesday and Wednesday are mandatory in-office days.

What We Offer

BGI offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package for eligible full-time employees, in accordance with plan documents, including:

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).

100% employer-paid dental, vision, life, and short- and long-term disability insurance.

PPO or HDHP medical plan options.

Employer HSA contributions.

Accident, critical illness, and voluntary life insurance.

Generous PTO and 11 paid holidays annually.

401(k) with safe harbor program and up to 4% dollar-for-dollar match.

Corporate gym membership rates at Orangetheory Fitness.

Military leave program and team-building events.

BGI is committed to hiring veterans and those who have sacrificed for our country. Bring your skills, forge a new path with the BGI family, and continue the bonds of service with fellow veterans.

BGI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, sex, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. We value diversity and inclusion and strive to recruit, develop, and retain talented individuals from diverse backgrounds.