Sterling Labs
Environmental Project Manager
Sterling Labs - Des Plaines, IL - Full Time
JOB POSITION: Environmental Project Manager, Full-Time, Non-Exempt
WORK SCHEDULE: Monday-Friday.
REPORTS TO: Lab Operations/Customer Service Director
Sterling Labs invests in the success of our team. We are looking for highly motivated people who want to invest in their skillsets and career, be rewarded for initiative, and thrive in a collaborative environment. Our analytical data has tremendous impact in protecting human health and the environment.
We Preserve the Planet to Protect the Future.
We strive for Integrity in Everything We Do. We're honest and transparent in our actions and decisions.
We are Customer-Focused. We prioritize our customers' needs and value their feedback.
We are Never Satisfied and are dedicated to continuous improvement. We always seek ways to improve and adapt to changing needs.
JOB SUMMARY:
The Project Manager is responsible for all aspects of project completion, in accordance with Sterling Labs Standard Operating Procedures, from initial client contact, final report writing and invoicing. This may include interaction with regulators, and with clients regarding environmental services. The Project Manager identifies and determines the proper scope of work based upon discussions with our clients. The Project Manager is the client’s advocate during the sampling, analytical, and reporting process. The final objective is to help clients stay in compliance with environmental regulations. The Project Manager will receive training and support to ensure success in this position.
SPECIFIC DUTIES OF THE POSITION:
- Establish pricing in accordance with Sterling Labs, Inc. Pricing Guidelines and secure the appropriate internal approvals prior to releasing the proposal to the client.
- Complete all projects set up activities to meet the requirements of Sterling Labs’ Laboratory Management System. (LIMS).
- Write work orders and schedule all analysis, pickups for 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 that all COCs reflect what the client needs and wants and that the COCs are filled out correctly. Resolve any ambiguities prior to the start of work.
- Review all tests methods to ensure that work product will comply with regulatory parameters, detection limits, etc., and any unique needs or concerns of the client.
- Ensure that work orders are handled correctly and on a timely basis while taking into account all other work projects currently is processed.
- Communicate between departments regarding client requests to meet the client’s expectations.
- Check on status of results to make sure that they will be reported on time and communicate any changes in schedules to the client prior to the due date.
- Print out completed lab reports.
- Complete the final report package by including any regulatory forms.
- Submit reports to client by the required deadline. Inform the client of any delays that may have a significant impact on the delivery date.
PERSONAL AND PROFESSIONAL CREDENTIALS:
- Bachelor’s degree in business, sales, project management or another related field.
- 2-4 years of experience in Project Management.
- Must possess a valid driver’s license.
- Excellent verbal and written communications skills;
- Self-directed; goal with an outcome orientation.
- Must be able to be insured by Sterling Labs’ insurance carrier to drive company vehicles safely and effectively.
BENEFITS AND COMPENSATION:
At Sterling Labs we value our employees and recognize them as the driving force behind our success. We strive to create a supporting and inclusive work environment. We know that well-being of our employees is directly related to their productivity, that is why we offer a comprehensive benefits packet for our full-time employees, that includes:
- Healthcare benefits: Medical, Dental and Vision insurances
- Financial planning: 401(k), Life insurance, Short-term and Long-term disability insurances.
- Work-Life Balance Benefits: Paid Time Off (including vacation, sick leave, and holidays).
EEO STATEMENT:
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, Sterling Labs does not discriminate against applicants or employees because of race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, veteran status, disability, age, citizenship, marital or domestic/civil partnership status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression or because of any other status or condition protected by applicable federal, state or local law.
