Project Manager

Paragon Professional Services provides environmental investigation, consulting, compliance, remediation, IT, facilities operations, materiel support, supply, and security services to private- and public-sector clients. The Project Manager will lead multiple environmental and engineering projects, serving as the primary client contact while managing schedules, budgets, staffing, subcontractors, compliance, risks, deliverables, and project teams.

Responsibilities:

• Serve as the primary point of contact for the Government Project Manager (PM), Contracting Officer (KO), Contracting Officer's Representative (COR), and other client stakeholders
• Manage multiple concurrent projects, including planning, scheduling, staffing, resource allocation, and performance monitoring
• Develop and maintain project schedules, budgets, and staffing plans to ensure successful contract execution
• Coordinate technical staff, field personnel, and subcontractors to support efficient project execution and resource utilization
• Manage subcontractor procurement, performance, schedule, budget, and compliance with subcontract requirements
• Oversee daily contract operations to ensure work is performed safely, efficiently, within scope, and in accordance with contract requirements
• Monitor project performance, identify risks, implement corrective actions, and resolve issues affecting cost, schedule, or technical performance
• Prepare and deliver monthly progress reports summarizing project status, completed work, cumulative costs, and upcoming activities
• Review and approve technical reports, work plans, cost estimates, proposals, invoices, and other project deliverables to ensure quality and contract compliance
• Facilitate project meetings, maintain effective communication with clients and project teams, and mentor staff to promote technical excellence and professional development

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Geology, Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, Civil Engineering, Biology, Chemistry or another closely related scientific or engineering discipline
• Minimum of ten (10) years of experience managing environmental or engineering projects, including responsibility for project scope, schedule, budget, and client communications
• Experience managing projects for federal agencies such as the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), Department of Defense (DoD), Air Force, Navy, Department of Energy (DOE), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), or other federal clients
• Demonstrated experience managing multidisciplinary technical teams and subcontractors
• Experience preparing and managing cost proposals, project budgets, schedules, work plans, and technical deliverables
• Knowledge of environmental investigation, remediation, compliance, and restoration projects
• Strong understanding of federal contracting requirements and project execution
• Ability to obtain and maintain access to federal facilities and project sites
• Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record
• Strong leadership and team management skills
• Strong commitment to safety, quality, and client satisfaction
• Effective verbal and written communication with clients, regulators, subcontractors, and project teams
• Excellent project planning, organization, and time management abilities
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams, and Project
• Advanced proficiency with Integrated Master Schedule creation using Microsoft Project and/or Primavera P6
• Willingness to travel as required
• Employees must always maintain a constant state of mental alertness
• The employee must be able to perform typical office and project management duties, including sitting, standing, walking, using a computer, participating in meetings, and communicating by phone, email, and in person
• The position may require occasional travel to project sites, where the employee may walk on uneven terrain, climb stairs, access active work areas, and wear required personal protective equipment
• The employee may occasionally lift or carry lightweight project materials, files, or equipment, typically up to 50 pounds
• Work is performed in both office and field environments
• The Project Manager may be required to visit active project sites to observe field activities, attend client or subcontractor meetings, monitor project progress, and support coordination with project teams
• Field visits may include exposure to outdoor weather conditions, construction equipment, uneven terrain, and active work areas
• Personal protective equipment may be required when visiting project sites
• Physical Setting: Typically, office or home office environment with occasional field visits
• Professional Geologist (PG), Professional Engineer (PE), Project Management Professional (PMP), or other relevant professional certifications
• OSHA 40-Hour HAZWOPER certification and current refresher training
• Experience managing projects under CERCLA, RCRA, NEPA, TSCA, Clean Water Act, and other federal environmental programs
• Experience managing indefinite delivery/indefinite quantity (IDIQ) contracts and task orders
• Experience with earned value management, project controls, and financial forecasting
• Experience supporting proposal development and capture activities