Project Manager

At Onterris, we build careers grounded in purpose, responsibility and real-world impact.

“For Planet and Progress” is our north star that guides everything we do. We believe environmental responsibility and human progress are interconnected, interwoven and international. Our scientists, engineers, field teams, consultants and professionals collaborate across disciplines and geographies, guiding industries and governments, ensuring that communities and environments thrive.

When you join us, you’re not just forging a career, you’re joining a movement. A movement for better thinking, smarter solutions and lasting impact.

Together, we will advance our way of life and protect the integrity of our environment every step of the way.

A Day in the Life

As a Full-Time Project Manager based in our Deer Park, TX Laboratory, you’ll be the connector between clients and the lab, turning complexity into clarity and momentum. You will be part of a strong team of committed professionals that delivers confidence at every stage of the process. You will also collaborate with a strong team of committed professionals, contribute to meaningful scientific work, and grow your expertise in a dynamic, quality-driven environment.

The compensation range for this role is $50,000 to $75,000, commensurate with experience, skills, and geographic location.  

Schedule: Monday to Friday, 8am to 5pm

To thrive in this role, you’ll be comfortable taking ownership of the following responsibilities:

• The Project Manager is responsible for coordinating and managing clients’ projects through all phases of laboratory operations, including but not limited to:
  • Project set-up in laboratory database and maintenance with focus on client contact information, analysis, turn-around-times and deliverables
  • Initiating field supply orders and sample kits
  • Sample login review
  • Delivery of acknowledgment letters and communication of anomalies and/or analytical issues
  • Tracking project progress, updating all required databases as needed
  • Timely report and data delivery

• The Project Manager fosters and develops positive client and colleague relationships and acts as a liaison between the two as such.
• Anticipates possible problems or inconsistencies with client or laboratory operations/processes and drives mid-course changes and corrections in order to avoid customer dissatisfaction.
• Ensures the accuracy of project-specific requirements.
• Communicates with clients about the nature of the samples being submitted to the lab and any potentially hazardous substances. Knowledge of laboratory safety procedures and of hazards and safety precautions related to using chemicals and to performing tests on potentially hazardous substances.
• Works closely with the lab to ensure that turn-around-times, short hold times and other sample issues are thoroughly communicated and followed through.
• Prioritizes the workday based on deadlines, workload, and other related factors.
• Provides support to sales staff.
• Participates, when requested, in internal and external audits.
• Comply with our Quality Assurance Program and other policies
• Comply with our Health and Safety Plan
• Other duties as assigned by the laboratory leadership

Physical Demands:

• Standing or sitting for long periods of time
• Lifting or moving objects up to 30lbs

Your Expertise and Skills

To perform this job successfully, individuals must be able to perform each duty and responsibility satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

Bachelor's degree in the chemical, environmental, physical or biological sciences preferred.

• 4 years of project management experience
• Must be able to work on-site

• 2+ years of environmental-related testing experience including demonstrated progress in managing projects.
• Experience with Microsoft Office applications. Laboratory Information Systems (LIMS) software experience is desired.
• Preferred experience working for an environmental laboratory company with progressive responsibilities as a Customer Service Representative, and/or Account Management/Sales.
• Familiarity with analytical chemistry processes and motivation to learn a wide variety of routine environmental testing procedures.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and oral, and the ability to relate professionally with outside clients as well as establish productive working relationships with laboratory and management personnel while also acting as a customer advocate.
• Excellent time management and organizational skills with the ability to handle multiple priorities simultaneously and operate in a fluid environment while accommodating priorities for both customers and internal operations.
• Flexibility to adjust quickly and effectively to frequent changes and altered priorities.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Excellent problem-solving skills. Ability to anticipate and recognize problems and communicate details with laboratory and management personnel, assisting with diagnosing root causes and taking corrective action to prevent recurrence.

Onterris is a leading global environmental solutions company partnering with organizations to solve complex challenges where environmental pressures, regulatory expectations and operational risks intersect. Guided by our mission to advance the way of life without compromising the integrity of our environment, we believe environmental responsibility and human progress are fundamentally connected. Our scientists, engineers, field teams and consultants apply systems thinking that unites science, data and practical expertise to deliver solutions that strengthen our clients’ resilience, mitigate risk and protect the air, water and soil that sustain communities, while uncovering responsible paths forward for planet and progress. For more information, visit www.onterris.com.

We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. We acknowledge that these experiences and perspectives help to enrich our teams and contribute to our ongoing success. We are committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in our employment for all applicants. For US residents, click here to learn more.