Project Manager

At ALS, we encourage you to dream big. When you join us, you’ll be part of a global team harnessing the power of scientific testing and data-driven insights to build a healthier future.

About the role

The Project Manager will be responsible for general project management tasks.

• Assist clients with appropriate method selection and offer technical guidance.
• Prepare project specific reports.
• Represent ALS at all project meetings.
• Prioritize and monitor projects.
• Day to day client communication.
• Coordinate project sampling duties.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Follow all company operating procedures, standards, policies, and training to ensure the safe and efficient operation of the site.
• Play an active role in the ALS safety program by correcting or reporting unsafe acts and conditions that are observed during the day-to-day operations to create a zero-injury work environment.
• Participate in and support HSE initiatives, as required by ALS leadership.
• Understand and use HSE precautions (such as but not limited to fume hoods and PPE) while working with chemicals and samples of unknown hazards.
• Ensure the health and safety of staff, contractors, and/or visitors by providing appropriate leadership, due diligence, resources, training, and enforcement for all individuals onsite.
• Monitor and enforce the health, safety and environment policies, procedures and ensure compliance with the relevant regulations.
• Actively promote awareness of these policies, procedures, and regulations amongst company personnel.
• Actively support and participate in all OHS initiatives.
• Lead by example.
• Report all personal injuries and incidents and assist with investigations as per company policy.
• Ensure the company sites adhere to all environmental requirements as determined by government legislation, regulation, and company policy.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree is preferred.
• 5+ years of laboratory experience is preferred.
• 0–5 years of project management experience is preferred.
• Proficient verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Proficient computer skills, specifically Microsoft Office.
• Must be able to initiate corrective action without prompting and assist co-workers whenever necessary to meet deadlines.
• Must be able to effectively perform duties under pressures arising from large sample volumes and short turn-around times.
• Must be able to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Ability to use (or learn to use) Laboratory Information Management System.
• Adheres to safety policies and practices.

Working conditions

• Must be able to work on computer while sitting for up to 8 hours per day.
• Must be able to lift (with both hands) and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move heavier loads with assistance.
• Must be able to stand, bend, push, pull, stoop and crouch up to 50% of the time while performing the duties of this position.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefit package (including medical, dental, and vision coverage, life and disability insurance, retirement plan with company match, employee assistance and wellness programs, access to company perks).
• Additional vacation days for years of service.
• Business support for education or training after 9 months with the company.
• Learning & development opportunities (unlimited access to e-learnings and more).

Pay

$60,000 - $80,000 depending on experience.