Environmental & PCA Assistant Project Manager

About the role

The Vertex Companies, LLC (VERTEX) is a $180M global consulting firm that integrates strategic advisory, project management, and dispute resolution services for organizations facing complex challenges in a world of risk. We embody our core values of embracing lifelong learning, operating with urgency, maximizing value, and driving collaboration to better outcomes for our clients, colleagues, and communities. Join us if you are looking for a career that offers you a chance to love what you do and deliver meaningful impact.

Core Responsibilities

• Work Product Creation, Project Management, Coordination with Team Members
• Assist in conducting and managing Phase I Environmental Site Assessments (ESA), Property Condition Assessments (PCA), and commercial energy usage assessments including the field inspections and report writing.
• Ensure that project deliverables, milestones, and budgets are met.
• Work closely with senior managers in the coordination of work activities to meet milestones, budgetary limits, deadlines, or other performance indicators.
• Prepare, review, and submit final reports in accordance with regulations, applicable guidance and policies, and internal quality control standards.
• Majority of the work will be located within North Carolina, South Carolina, and Virginia, but project demands may require fairly regular travel throughout the country.
• Support assigned Supervisor in monitoring of all relevant data such as individual utilization performance vs target, client deadlines, accurate and timely timesheet data, etc.
• Meet or exceed defined individual average utilization goals as set forth by company leadership.
• Coordinate and support other team members as assigned, with emphasis on positivity and in support of a culture that is empowered to execute.
• Support quality control of service delivery with all individual work product production, maintaining an excellent reputation of quality.
• Collaborate with other team members in a manner that assists with rapid identification and escalation to Supervisor of any client, team member or operational challenges.

Qualifications & Competencies

• Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of 2 years of related experience; or an advanced degree without experience; or 5 years of related work experience and no degree.
• Phase I ESAs and PCAs following ASTM guidelines.
• Experience with assessment, remediation and compliance with the Illinois Environmental Protection Agency (IEPA) regulatory programs (e.g. LUST, SRP) as well as other relevant regulatory agencies within the region.
• OSHA-10 or OSHA-30 certification.
• Health & Safety Certification pursuant to OSHA 29 CFR 1910.120 (HAZWOPER 40 Hour).
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills in English.
• Strong technical report writing skills in English.
• Able to communicate effectively (written and verbal) with co-workers and Supervisors, and clients, subcontractors, and vendors as assigned.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrated self-awareness and flexibility in working with a variety of personalities and work styles (colleagues, clients, Assigned Supervisors).
• Able to handle multiple priorities and perform consistently and positively under high stress conditions.

Additional Information

At VERTEX, we invest in top talent with a highly competitive total compensation package designed to reward performance and support long-term success. Total compensation includes a base salary and a performance-based discretionary bonus program. Our comprehensive benefits package offers multiple healthcare and dental plan options, as well as company-paid Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability coverage—ensuring peace of mind for you and your family. We offer a 401(k) plan with immediate matching and full vesting, empowering employees to build financial security from day one. Additional benefits include Flexible Spending Accounts, a robust Employee Assistance Program, and a suite of exclusive perks that enhance everyday life. Time away matters—so we provide a generous paid time off program, including vacation, sick time, and paid holidays (with prorated options for eligible part-time employees).

At The Vertex Companies, our salary ranges are intentionally designed to support meaningful career growth over time. These ranges allow employees to develop, expand their impact, and increase their earnings as they progress within their job level. A new hire’s starting compensation is determined by their experience, geographical location, scope of the role at the time of hire and Company affordability. Our ranges are structured to reward growth and performance, ensuring there is room for advancement and long-term opportunity.

The Pay Range For This Role Is $55,000.00 - $150,000.00 USD annually (Geographical Tier A - Sample Locations: Irvine CA, Middlesex NJ, Tacoma WA, Boston, Alexandria) $51,000.00 - $138,000.00 USD annually (Geographical Tier B - Sample Locations: Baltimore, Chicago, Anchorage, Portland)