Project Manager II, Sustainability-SCC

Estes Express Lines•Richmond, VA

3d•$56,900 - $97,300

About The Position

The Sustainability Project Manager II supports sustainability initiatives for Estes and leads or directs key projects. The role collaborates with the team, business partners, stakeholders, and other departments. It manages sustainability reporting and platforms, researches and tracks ESG (Environmental, Social and Governance) requirements and programs, and maintains relationships with sustainability partners. The position oversees sustainability platform data and reporting requirements, coordinates accurate data entry and correction for Scope reporting, and researches regulatory requirements and ESG programs. It manages assigned corrective action plans, cultivates industry and sustainability partnerships, and coordinates customer requests with the Office of Sustainability and other departments. The Project Manager develops project objectives, milestones, success criteria, deliverables, communications, schedules, budgets, and reports. The role uses project management tools to monitor progress, risks, deadlines, and budgets; prepares reports and presentation materials; and plans, facilitates, and follows up on key meetings. It evaluates project performance and processes and applies lessons learned to support continuous improvement. Regular attendance is required, and additional duties may be assigned based on operational, safety, or other needs.

Requirements

At least 3 years of project management or equivalent experience.
At least 2 years of the required experience in the transportation industry.
Proficiency with the MS Office Suite and computer mainframe experience; expertise in Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.
Strong analytical ability and demonstrated experience using data to develop strategies.
Strong critical-thinking skills and ability to tailor messaging to engage varied audiences.
Ability to handle sensitive information confidentially.
Ability to perform job functions with considerable independence and judgment.
Excellent writing skills and ability to produce well-researched pieces on short deadlines; writing samples are required.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including ability to communicate complex concepts clearly and compellingly to internal and external stakeholders.
Solid facilitation and problem-solving skills, with ability to focus strategically and tactically to achieve project goals.
Strong organizational and time-management skills and ability to manage detailed, high-volume work in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to communicate and network with all levels throughout Estes.
Ability to lift approximately 10–15 pounds or more if required by essential job functions; the physical demands section also states a minimum lifting capability of 20 pounds or more if required.
Ability to comply with company policies, rules, procedures, and Code of Conduct; interact well with others; and work independently or as part of a team.
Ability to work under tight time constraints in a high-volume environment with multiple priorities.
Ability to respond to questions and read, interpret, and comply with written information and documents, including safety rules, operations and procedure manuals, and maintenance instructions, with strong comprehension and concentration and ability to meet deadlines.
Must pass a pre-employment drug screen and random drug and/or alcohol tests and be subject to a criminal history background check.
Must be authorized to work in the United States.

Nice To Haves

BA or BS degree in Environmental Science; an equivalent combination of education and technical experience is acceptable.
Experience in sustainability.
Experience with Teamwork or other project management tools.
Demonstrated success working with executives and a proven track record in executive communications.
Strong public speaking and event-planning expertise.

Responsibilities

Maintain awareness of sustainability platform data and reporting requirements and keep inputs, entries, and repairs on track.
Identify data issues and coordinate with OOS and STF team members to ensure accurate data on platforms for Scope reporting.
Research regulatory requirements and ESG programs and inform appropriate audiences about reporting requirements.
Work with relevant departments to maintain basic information on state and federal compliance.
Manage assigned corrective action plans for external rating and ranking organizations.
Maintain relationships with industry association partners, research other sustainability partnerships, and recommend alliances to OOS leadership.
Coordinate with Office of Sustainability leadership and other departments to log and manage customer requests.
Create and manage project objectives, milestones, success criteria, and deliverable tracking for project team members.
Develop and manage communications about key performance indicators and measured results for stakeholders and partners.
Prepare and maintain project schedules, budgets, reports, and other documentation in collaboration with leadership and team members.
Use project management tools to monitor projects, schedules, deliverables, risks, deadlines, and budgets.
Compile information and prepare reports, charts, graphs, tables, and presentation materials using appropriate software.
Plan and manage agendas and meeting preparation, lead and facilitate assigned meetings, and follow up with notes, deliverables, and lessons-learned evaluations.
Evaluate project performance and processes against success criteria, recommend best practices and applications for lessons learned, and manage implementation.
Attend work regularly and perform other duties as assigned.