Job Description
Please note that the “Day in the Life” section is not intended to be an exhaustive list of job duties, but rather a representative snapshot of typical responsibilities and work experiences at RES.
Key Responsibilities
- As a Project Manager I, you’ll support project delivery from start to finish under the guidance of Senior Project Managers. You will assist with project budgeting, scheduling, and tracking key milestones to ensure everything stays on time and on target. You’ll work closely with internal teams, subcontractors, and external partners to keep communication clear and tasks aligned.
- You'll help maintain project documentation, manage permits, and support compliance efforts while gaining exposure to evaluating and managing project risks, scope, and changes. You'll participate in team meetings, review plans, and contribute to collaborative problem-solving across disciplines. Project management software will be a key part of your daily toolkit, helping you stay organized and connected.
- From time to time, you’ll also get out in the field—visiting project sites to monitor progress, support fieldwork, and see firsthand the impact of your efforts.
- Are an effective communicator, adapting your style to different audiences.
- Are a problem solver, looking for solutions before escalating and adapting when challenges arise.
- Know how to manage priorities - without losing sight of the details.
- Are effective in conflict resolution, navigating disagreements professionally and diplomatically to keep the team aligned.
- Are comfortable delegating while maintaining accountability.
- Think big, connecting your day-to-day tasks to larger project goals and company priorities.
Requirements
- A Bachelor’s degree in environmental science, engineering, construction management, or related applied field
- 3+ years of total experience in an applied science or construction field
- Comfort with basic budgeting, scheduling, and financial terms relevant to the project
- Experience with project scheduling, setting timelines and milestones, and using project management tools (e.g., MS Project, Smartsheet)
- Basic understanding of scope management (how project scope is defined and controlled)
- Comfort reviewing project plans, maps, and technical specifications
- Previous environmental regulatory experience
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