Project Manager

FORENSIC ANALYTICAL CONSULTING SERVICES INC•Reno, NV

15d•$70,000 - $85,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Project Manager, Certified Asbestos Consultant (CAC), leads asbestos and environmental health projects from initial scope and proposal development through field investigations, report delivery, invoicing, and closeout. This hands-on role combines project management, client communication, technical oversight, and regular fieldwork, including coordinating and performing site assessments, directing field personnel, and ensuring accurate sampling, documentation, and reporting. The Project Manager manages project schedules, budgets, staffing, quality, and client expectations while supporting business development, maintaining required certifications, and mentoring team members.

Requirements

Current California Certified Asbestos Consultant (CAC) certification required.
Minimum of eight years of experience performing fieldwork and/or successfully managing large, complex projects in at least one of the company’s service lines.
At least two years of working knowledge of industrial hygiene, environmental health and safety concepts, and the use of common indoor environmental quality (IEQ) field instruments.
Demonstrated experience managing project schedules, budgets, staffing, technical deliverables, and client relationships.
All certifications required for assigned work must remain current and relevant to the scope of work performed.
Effective, professional, and clear written and verbal communication skills.
Strong project-management, organization, prioritization, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to manage multiple projects, deadlines, client needs, and changing field conditions.
Flexibility in work schedule and willingness to travel to project locations as needed.
Ability to use and quickly learn computer applications, including Microsoft Word, Excel, and ERP/project-management systems.
Ability to lift and carry equipment up to 30 lbs.
Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer for documentation and reporting
Must be able to pass a background check, annual physicals, and OSHA-required respirator fit tests
Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and current auto insurance

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in industrial hygiene, health and safety, biological science, physical science, or a related field preferred.
Additional current certifications applicable to asbestos consulting, environmental health, industrial hygiene, or assigned project work are preferred.

Responsibilities

Lead asbestos and environmental health projects from initial inquiry and proposal development through fieldwork, reporting, invoicing, and closeout.
Meet or exceed individual billable-hours and billable-revenue targets.
Develop cost estimates for proposals and enter estimates into the Project Planning module of the ERP system.
Review project scopes and define the appropriate tasks, schedules, staffing plans, and deliverables.
Monitor project budgets throughout the project lifecycle; proactively identify needed adjustments and communicate impacts to clients.
Maintain work-in-progress (WIP) aging within an acceptable range, with less than 15% of WIP exceeding 45 days.
Review WIP weekly for active projects and submit invoice requests regularly.
Follow established procedures for progress billing and final project closeout invoicing.
Partner with the Accounting Department, as requested, to resolve collections and invoicing issues.
Enter time and expenses daily.
Maintain complete and organized electronic project files, including all project-related documentation.
Perform and coordinate field investigations for asbestos and other environmental health and industrial hygiene projects.
Conduct or oversee site assessments, sampling, observations, documentation, and related field activities in accordance with project scope, applicable regulations, and internal procedures.
Coordinate field personnel; oversee work quality, field activity, safety, and adherence to project requirements.
Provide direction, coaching, and timely feedback to staff assigned to projects.
Select, rent, or borrow the equipment necessary to complete field and project work.
Prepare, review, and finalize project reports and other client deliverables.
Maintain acceptable report turnaround times to support timely client service.
Maintain compliance with internal quality assurance and quality control (QA/QC) requirements.
Maintain all certifications required for assigned work, including current CAC certification.
Serve as a primary point of contact for prospective and existing clients; field calls, communicate project updates, and address technical or project-related questions.
Follow established procedures for opening new projects and communicate all required project information to internal teams.
Update the A.R.C. for open projects with current stages and associated due dates.
Monitor open opportunities in the ERP system and follow up with clients as appropriate.
Build and maintain relationships with focus clients; ensure client and opportunity information is current in the ERP system.
Attend client meetings, association meetings, and presentation opportunities.
Arrange and participate in client presentations and other business-development activities.
Refer local opportunities to, and/or engage, the Business Development team as appropriate.
Assist with the development of marketing resources, including project summaries.
Attend required internal and external technical training.
Support the development, training, and mentoring of field and project staff.
Maintain current knowledge of asbestos, industrial hygiene, environmental health and safety requirements, and applicable field practices.

Benefits

Competitive base salary with performance-based bonus structure tied to individual and team achievements
Comprehensive benefits package, including: Medical coverage with 100% company-paid premiums for employees and their families, plus 50% of the annual deductible covered by the company
401(k) retirement plan with company matching contributions
Vision and dental plan options
Flexible Spending Accounts (health care and dependent care)
Company-sponsored programs including Employee Assistance Program, life and disability insurance, Rocket Lawyer legal services, and mobile phone plan with Verizon
Voluntary benefits options including supplemental life insurance for employees and dependents, short-term disability, hospital, accident, and pet insurance
Generous PTO (3 weeks accrual), paid holidays, volunteer days, and floating holiday
Tuition Reimbursement Program to promote higher education
Paid training and certifications to support career advancement
Incentive Bonus Plan and Donation Matching Program
Wage Transparency