Project Manager 1 - American Engineering Testing Inc

Job Summary: We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Entry to Mid Level Project Manager to join our dynamic team. This customer-focused position is designed to prepare you for career advancement through hands-on field training, mentorship, and exposure to various aspects of our service lines. You will work closely with senior project managers and engineers, gaining experience in project management, client interactions, budget management, and report writing. If you are eager to start a career in project management, even if you lack experience in engineering, architecture, or construction, we encourage you to apply.

Key Responsibilities:

• Project Coordination: Plan and coordinate multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring accurate documentation and responsiveness to client needs.
• Software Proficiency: Learn and effectively use AET's software tools, including Dynamics, ADP, Spectra Quest, Microsoft 365, Adobe Acrobat, and Egnyte, to manage daily tasks.
• Field Training: Accompany engineers and field technicians on assignments to understand our service lines, how proposals align with fieldwork, and the process of report writing and client communication.
• Proposal Development: Learn to read and interpret project specifications, test methods, and plans to develop accurate job proposals.
• Client Interaction: Communicate directly with clients, write proposals, and manage projects with expedited timelines.
• Scheduling: Coordinate site visits and report deadlines with technicians and engineers, ensuring timely project delivery.
• Collaboration: Work with project managers and engineers across various departments to schedule and manage staff for remote work opportunities.
• Customer Service: Provide exceptional customer service by responding to emails, website inquiries, and phone calls promptly.
• Invoicing: Assist with monthly project invoicing and support senior project managers with billing tasks.
• Field Documentation: Help document and deliver field specimens to laboratories and review site visit reports, project reports, and laboratory tests.
• Quality Assurance: Assist with quality assurance audits, manage equipment calibrations, and track staff certifications.
• Compliance: Conduct all activities in compliance with federal, state, and local regulations, along with AET's QA and Health and Safety Policies.

Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor's degree required.
• Experience: 1-3 years of full-time project management experience or 3+ years of full-time work experience in any profession/industry.
• Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, strong communication skills, ability to work independently and within a team, and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Preferred Skills:

• Knowledge of fundamental engineering or scientific principles and the ability to apply them to the job.
• Experience in data analysis, field observations, and reading plans or blueprints.
• Technical writing skills for conveying complex information to diverse audiences.
• Willingness to learn new procedures, equipment, and software.

Work Environment:Primarily office-based with field visits and external meetings, especially during the first year.

Work Authorization:Must have authorization to work in the United States. The position is subject to a pre-employment drug test.

Physical Demands:The role requires regular physical activity, including standing, walking, and lifting up to 50 pounds.

Equal Opportunity Employer:AET is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, committed to providing a work environment free from discrimination based on age, color, national origin, disability, race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, and any other protected characteristic.

Additional Information:This job description is not exhaustive and may change to meet organizational needs.

Join us and embark on a rewarding career in project management with ample opportunities for growth and development!

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