Project Coordinator – California | AKT Peerless Environmental Services

Project Coordinator – California

Job Type: Full-Time
Hours/Week: 40
Number of Openings: 1

Job Requirements:

Bachelor’s Degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering, Environmental Sciences, Geology, Hydrogeology, or related from an accredited university.
3 years or more of Phase I and II Environmental Site Assessment (ESA) and site investigation experience.
Experience assisting with or solely managing environmental projects.
Experience with California Environmental Regulations (DTSC/CUPA, Water Board, etc.).
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, proficient with Microsoft Office.
Willingness to travel throughout California & surrounding states.
Must hold a valid driver’s license.

Preferred:

40-hour OSHA HAZWOPER training and current with 8-hour refresher courses.
Accredited as an Asbestos Building Inspector and/or Lead-Based Paint Inspector.
Exposure to Property Condition Assessments (PCAs).
Ability to effectively manage and coordinate staff and corporate leadership.

Job Description:

Successful candidate will work as part of a multi-disciplinary team in a fast-paced and dynamic environment providing due diligence and remediation services. Expectations include:

Conducts Phase I ESAs to ASTM or higher standards.
Conducts Phase II ESAs.
Conduct or participate in PCA projects (Fannie Mae, HUD, ASTM 2018).
Conduct or manage asbestos and lead-based paint building inspections.
Maintain existing client base and cultivate new client prospects.
Understands due diligence and California regulations.
Demonstrates full knowledge of each project’s status and goals.
Performs tasks across multiple disciplines to bring about successful project completion.
Provides quality environmental and PCA support services.
Responds to customers in a timely manner.
Other duties not listed may also apply.

Work Environment:

At AKT Peerless, we believe that a supportive and enriching work environment is the foundation for success. As a member of our team, you’ll have access to opportunities for training, mentoring, and career advancement. The culture at AKT Peerless revolves around our people, environment, and communities, fostering involvement in employee social events and community volunteering. We cultivate a teamwork atmosphere and take pride in delivering high-quality services to our clients. Joining our team means being part of a collaborative environment that values open communication, shared insights, and collective problem-solving. Our organizational culture recognizes the importance of a flexible work-life balance, prioritizing the well-being of our team members by offering flexibility to meet both personal and professional commitments.

Company Overview:

Established in 1989, AKT Peerless is a leading provider of comprehensive environmental and economic development services. With a strategic expansion that includes 12 offices across 6 states, our growth is attributed to a carefully selected, multi-disciplinary team dedicated to delivering high-quality consulting.

We prioritize cost management, quality work product, responsiveness, and project finality to address the primary concerns of our clients. Our team’s expertise in regulatory compliance, environmental management, and redevelopment ensures the successful completion of complex projects. Our extensive client base encompasses over 110 state and local governmental agencies, over 75 financial institutions, thousands of private entities, and several non-profit organizations.

Our services extend to environmental due diligence, hydrogeological investigations, remediation, brownfield redevelopment, vapor intrusion investigations and mitigation, engineering controls for abandoned landfills, and industrial hygiene services (asbestos, lead-based paint, mold) for municipalities, school districts, and private clients nationwide.

AKT Peerless offers a competitive salary and excellent benefits and is an EOE.

Medical, dental, and vision plan options.
Basic Life Insurance, Accident & Critical Illness Insurance
401(k) Savings Plan
Paid time off and holidays
Flexible Schedules, Work-Life Balance