Assistant Environmental Project Manager

Sterling Labs•Des Plaines, IL

just now•Onsite

About The Position

Sterling Labs (Environmental Monitoring & Technologies, LLC) is a DoD, NELAP, ANAB, and AIHA-accredited environmental laboratory with over 40 years of experience, providing high-integrity analytical data through state-of-the-art technology and validated testing methodologies. The company supports initiatives that protect human health and the environment, collaborating with environmental consultants, engineering firms, and government agencies to deliver reliable, timely analytical results for regulatory compliance and environmental stewardship. Sterling Labs emphasizes client partnerships, scientific excellence, and a commitment to quality and innovation. The company's purpose is to 'PRESERVE THE PLANET TO PROTECT THE FUTURE', which shapes its culture and decisions. Core values include Integrity, Customer Focus, and continuous improvement. Sterling Labs strives to provide a supportive, inclusive, and growth-oriented workplace. The Assistant Project Manager supports the project management team in all aspects of project completion, adhering to Sterling Labs Standard Operating Procedures. This role is non-client-facing and focuses on administrative functions to enable the account management team to execute projects exceptionally.

Requirements

Strong organizational and customer service skills
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Self-directed; goal and outcome oriented

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree
Background in chemistry, biochemistry, or a related science field
1–2 years of customer service, account coordination, or administrative support experience

Responsibilities

Establish pricing in accordance with Sterling Labs, Inc. Pricing Guidelines and secure the appropriate internal approvals before releasing the proposal to the client.
Complete projects, set up activities to meet the requirements of Sterling Labs’ Laboratory Management System. (LIMS).
Write work orders and schedule all analysis and pickups for the Laboratory as specified in Sterling Labs Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
Review all Chain of Custodies (COCs), daily to ensure the correct tests and methods are selected and logged into LIMS and resolve all questions with client/field/lab prior to initiation of services.
Make sure all COCs reflect the client's needs and wants, and that they are filled out correctly. Resolve any ambiguities before the start of work.
Review all test methods to ensure the work product complies with regulatory parameters, detection limits, and any unique client needs or concerns.
Ensure that work orders are handled correctly and on time, while accounting for all other work projects currently being processed.
Communicate across departments to meet client requests and expectations.
Check the status of results to ensure they will be reported on time, and communicate any schedule changes to the client before the due date.
Print out completed lab reports.
Other duties as assigned