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Reference #: 5001058712006 Project Manager 1

#24-798 Indiana, Pennsylvania

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About Us

Pace Analytical Services Pace makes the world a safer, healthier place. Committed to advancing the science of businesses, industries, consulting firms, government agencies, and others, Pace offers local-level service backed by a national laboratory network. Through in-lab and emergency onsite services, Pace ensures our air, water, soil, and more are safe.

Job Description

SUMMARY: Responsible for facilitating internal and external communication between clients, laboratory staff and sales staff. Uses intermediate to complex professional and technical knowledge to communicate capabilities, project milestones, updates, delays, and deliverables. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Serves as the primary point of contact to clients regarding project updates, issues, deliverables, and scope changes. Leads client meetings in-person or via teleconference, as needed or as requested by the Account Executive. Collaborates and communicates with laboratory staff on project status. Problem solves alternatives to project issues, delays, etc. that could impact either the quality or turn-around-time of the results and communicates alternatives, when feasible, in a positive and professional manner with the customer. Collaborates with Account Executives and Department Leads to determine testing capabilities for incoming projects as well as quote changes based on project scope. Updates the Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) regarding projects status, cost, and client account information. Supports Sample Management for large scope projects/complex projects with reviewing project needs, incoming sample issues, and compliance with regulations. Generates client and department reports in a timely and efficient manner. Reviews dashboards/open projects to keep project moving and meet client's deadline. Provides intermediate to complex analysis and interpretation of data results to clients. Assists with developing or participating in project management or cross-functional project or program objectives, which includes proposed budgets, timelines, materials, personnel, and other project requirements, receives direction and presents information to management. Interprets and applies department policies and procedures and assists with applicable laws, rules, and regulations; receives guidance within these areas as needed. Contributes to the efficiency and effectiveness of the department's service to its customers by offering suggestions and directing or participating as an active member of a work team. Promotes and supports the overall mission of Pace Analytical by demonstrating courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with customers and staff; acts in a manner that promotes a harmonious and effective workplace environment. QUALIFICATIONS: Education and Experience: Bachelor's degree in project management, chemistry, or a closely related field; AND at least three (3) years of experience, including experience with specialized or technical programs or operations; OR an equivalent combination of education, training and experience. Required Knowledge: General understanding of the administration and oversight of project management programs, policies and procedures. Intermediate to complex methods to resolve project management problems, questions and concerns. Comprehensive understanding of applicable laws, codes and regulations. General knowledge of testing capabilities. Computer applications and systems related to the work. Principles and practices to serving as an effective project team member. Methods to communicate with staff, coworkers, and customers to ensure safe, effective and appropriate operations. Correct business English, including spelling, grammar and punctuation. Required Skills: Overseeing and administering general project management functions. Training others in policies and procedur s related to the work. Serving as a team member and the development and management of projects. Operating in a both a team and individual contributor environment. Interpreting, applying and explaining applicable laws, codes and regulations. Preparing intermediate to complex functional reports, correspondence and other written materials. Using initiative and independent judgment within established department guidelines. Using tact, discretion and prudence in working with those contacted in the course of the work. Contributing effectively to the accomplishment of team or work unit goals, objectives and activities. Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with a variety of individuals contacted in the course of the work.

Additional Information

Benefits 80 hrs of paid vacation per year, 7 paid holidays per year, 2 floating holidays per year (prorated based on start date), 40 hrs paid sick time per year, paid bereavement leave (days based on relation to the employee), 8 hrs paid volunteer time per year, medical, dental, vision, voluntary short-term disability, long-term disability, life insurance, voluntary supplemental life insurance, traditional 401k and ROTH 401k with a company match, HSA, FSA, employee referral bonus, employee assistance program, tuition reimbursement program, employee recognition program, voluntary ID theft coverage, voluntary legal coverage, voluntary accident insurance, voluntary hospital indemnity insurance, and voluntary critical illness insurance.

Equal Opportunity Employer Pace provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, creed, color, religion, genetics, protected veteran status, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Work Schedule

Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM

Pace Analytical is an equal opportunity employer.