Project Manager - Laboratory

About Us 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 in our El Dorado Hills, CA laboratory, you'll be responsible for managing multiple PFAS and/or High-Resolution Mass Spectrometry (HRMS) projects. 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. The compensation range for this role is $72,000 to $90,000, commensurate with experience, skills, and geographic location. To thrive in this role, you'll be comfortable taking ownership of the following responsibilities: Coordinating and managing clients’ projects through all phases of laboratory operations. Fostering positive client and colleague relationships and acts as a liaison between the two. Ensures the accuracy of project-specific requirements. Communicates with clients about the nature of the samples being submitted to the lab. Works closely with the lab to ensure that turn-around-times, short hold times and other sample issues are thoroughly communicated. Prioritizes the workday based on deadlines, workload, and other related factors. Provides support to sales staff. Comply with Quality Assurance Program and other policies Comply with Health and Safety Plan 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 Skills 2+ years of environmental-related experience including demonstrated progress in managing projects. 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. #LI-SG1 #INDONT 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 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. At Onterris, we take on complex challenges with purpose and momentum, alongside teams that lead with integrity, deliver together, and invest in your growth. "Working with inspiring coworkers and clients across the globe over the past five years has been incredibly rewarding. Their passion motivates me to improve our client experience and work that I deliver." - Erin Peck, Emissions Services “There are not many places where a toxicologist can be boots-on-the-ground at an environmental emergency one day and deep in a human health risk assessment or litigation the next, but this company is one of them, and honestly, that breadth is what makes me love the work. We are a team of scientists with a broad range of talents and experiences who genuinely take the mission to heart, because protecting people and communities from chemical hazards is not abstract here; it is exactly why we show up every day. The culture reflects that shared commitment in the best way: collaborative, rigorous, and truly motivated by the impact we make together.” - Andre Richardson, Consulting “I knew my position here would be more than just a job. Every day is a new, exciting challenge to solve, and I get to go home knowing that the work I am doing is having a positive impact on the world.” - J Esteves, R&D