Project Manager, Technical Services

Arcwood Environmental, LLC•Lemont, IL

4h•Hybrid

About The Position

At Arcwood Environmental, we are pioneers in industrial waste management, committed to creating a cleaner, safer world since our inception during the environmental movement of the 1970s. Headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana, with a dedicated team of 2,000+ employees across the United States, we provide innovative and compliant solutions to thousands of clients in diverse industries, ranging from hazardous waste management and emergency response to onsite support and technical solutions. We are part of the solution, not generating any waste ourselves. Arcwood values impactful work, continuous learning and growth opportunities, a safety-first culture, and a collaborative environment where ideas and efforts are recognized. We are dedicated to fostering an inclusive and innovative workplace where every employee can thrive and contribute expertise to protect the environment. Our vision is to be the most trusted partner in the environmental services industry, delivering agile, sustainable, and innovative solutions, nurturing top talent, and creating lasting value for our customers, shareholders, communities, and the planet. Arcwood Environmental is backed by the EQT Infrastructure VI fund, a dynamic global investment powerhouse managing EUR 232 billion in assets, which enhances our capabilities and expands our reach for continued impact and growth. As a Project Manager, Technical Services, you will be responsible for preparing necessary equipment, labor, transportation, and waste disposal for technical services projects. This role involves determining the length and cost of projects, assisting with developing project proposals, and visiting customer sites as needed to ensure safety and satisfaction for both internal and external customers.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree (required)
3+ years of experience in hazardous waste management or environmental services i.e. remediation, emergency response, etc. (required)
In lieu of degree, 7+ years of experience in hazardous waste management or environmental services i.e. remediation, emergency response, etc. (required)

Nice To Haves

Degree in chemistry, engineering, environmental science or other technical field (preferred)
CHMM certification (preferred)

Responsibilities

Prioritizes health and safety by adhering to policies, processes, and maintaining safe practices at all times
Prepares routine technical services proposals and assists with proposal preparation for large projects, visiting the customer site as needed prior to proposal to evaluate services needed
Assesses project needs in terms of equipment and labor to determine project length and costs; maintains responsibility for adherence to timeframes and budget throughout the project
Initiates project by scheduling resources, submitting required paperwork to launch project and negotiates with regulatory agency personnel and prepares written plans and compliance documentation
Completes customer site visits during the project as needed to monitor progress and keep customer informed; recognizes and negotiates authorized changes in original project plan and adjusts costs accordingly
Performs field activities as needed to assist in Field Chemist duties
Maintains customer relations throughout the project, providing detailed progress reports; negotiates change orders with customers
Supervises personnel involved with field operations; plans work to ensure safe conditions and instructs personnel using established methods and procedures
Maintains responsibility for monthly billing approval and other administrative tasks
Participates in hiring, performance evaluation, training, and disciplinary decisions or procedures
Maintains the ability to travel to customer sites as needed
Takes on additional duties as assigned to support the team and organization