Circular Economy Project Manager @ ERG

Salary Range: 90000 to 130000 (Currency: USD) (Pay period: per-year-salary)

ERG is a research and consulting firm that provides a wide range of support to federal, state, and commercial clients. ERG offers multidisciplinary teams with nationally recognized skills in engineering, science, economics, public health, informational technology, and communications. We hire people with the best minds and then provide them with a vibrant and flexible environment in which to develop their careers. The qualified individual must be highly motivated with the skills to prioritize, perform, and communicate effectively in a fast-paced environment.

ERG is seeking a full-time Circular Economy Project Manager to join our team! This individual will coordinate with other team members to provide clients with high-quality results within project schedules and budgets. The position is based in the ERG office locations near the Washington, D.C. (preferred) or Boston, MA area. Other locations, including working remotely, will be considered.

Job Description:

Manage project teams to deliver circular economy-focused projects to government clients
Conduct research focused on circular economy topics, including life cycle assessment, policies that advance a circular economy, and management of batteries and food waste
Coordinate client requests and lead client meetings, including developing agendas, facilitating meetings, and providing meeting notes
Provide administrative support for relevant projects and collaborate with team members to ensure a timely and successful delivery of projects
Track project budgets and coordinate with ERG senior management
Produce reports and presentations with well-designed figures and tables
Present project updates and results in project client meetings
Support circular economy-focused proposals for business development

Qualifications and Skills:

8 to 12 years (at minimum) of professional experience and previous experience managing consulting projects and project teams preferred
Experience with government contracting or supporting state and/or federal programs preferred
Preferred Master’s degree in environmental science/management or engineering or a field related to circular economy or sustainability
May also consider Bachelor’s degree with sufficient work experience
Background in environmental science, engineering, economics, policy analysis, or a related technical field. Demonstrated ability to apply circular economy experience, preferably environmental consulting
Experience working directly with clients and supporting business development and proposal preparation preferred
Passion for and experience in data-driven sustainability analysis. Experience with life cycle assessment preferred
Experience with organics/food waste and/or batteries a plus
Experience organizing and leading small teams in a collaborative environment
Familiarity with a wide range of data sources relevant for environmental and policy analysis, and the ability to identify and engage experts to conduct research
Well-developed problem-solving, systems thinking, quantitative, and critical thinking skills; intellectual curiosity. Able to formulate solutions to poorly structured problems
Highly motivated and detail-oriented with the ability to work independently and in close collaboration with team members. Energized by working as part of a high-functioning, rapidly changing team and demonstrates a professional attitude
Skilled written and verbal communicator, including the ability to present complex information so that it is understandable to a non-technical audience
Strong time management skills
Must be familiar with Microsoft Office Suite (particularly Word, Excel, and Access)

ERG offers competitive salaries and excellent benefits, including health and dental insurance, life insurance, long-term disability, educational benefits, FSAs, a generous 401k plan, profit sharing, an EAP, 11-20 paid vacation days per year, 10 paid holidays per year, 56 hours or more of sick leave (based on the state you work in) per year (pro-rated for part-time) and more. The salary range for all positions depends on the years and type of experience.

ERG is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable EEOC and affirmative action regulations. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. As such, successful candidates must be committed to working with diverse and inclusive teams.

Please be aware, the only authentic corporate domain for ERG is https://www.erg.com. ERG may, on occasion, screen applicants via telephone or video interviews via Skype, Teams, GoToMeeting, or another type of video platform. However, any candidate extended a job offer might be asked to meet in person with an ERG employee before providing confidential personal information associated with new employment.

If you’re a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access ERG’s online application process as a result of your disability. To request accommodation, please contact Human Resources via email at [email protected] or call (781) 674-7293.

As ERG is a friendly, flexible, inclusive environment and has clients who are committed to making the world a better place, ERGers are incredibly dedicated. We promote and recognize principles of fairness, equity, and social justice in the work we do, the partnerships we foster, and the culture we value both within and outside of our organization.

Circular Economy Project Manager

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