Assistant Project Manager Jobs in Bellingham, WA

We are seeking a Project Manager to join our team. In this full-time position you will work out of our Eichleay office in Ferndale, WA. As a member of our team, you will work in a schedule-driven, collaborative environment, working closely with our client and reporting to the Program Manager. As a Project Manager, you will be responsible for projects ranging from small to mid-size capital engineering & procurement projects. You will be responsible for the projects from proposal development through construction support and close out, establishing and executing projects that comply with the contract terms, and ensuring the safety, value, quality, timeliness of the project delivery.

Compensation: $140,000-180,000 anticipated annual salary *estimated salary may vary based on experience and location*

Work Arrangement: 3 days onsite in Ferndale, WA, 2 days remote *option to work from home Monday and Friday. Every other Friday off.

Move Forward with Eichleay

Eichleay is a dynamic organization with over 150 years of experience in delivering project management and engineering solutions across various industries, including energy and chemicals, power generation, life sciences, mining, and food and beverage. We are committed to innovation, excellence, and building long-lasting relationships with our clients.

Core Responsibilities:

• Ensure health, safety, and environmental compliance with zero harm and zero incidents.
• Lead and manage small to mid-size capital engineering & procurement projects (up to $60M TIC) from proposal through closeout, including fabrication and construction management.
• Establish and maintain collaborative relationships with clients, contractors, and internal teams; foster positive client engagement and clear decision-making.
• Prepare engineering project proposals for new projects or the next phase of a project.
• Lead meetings with clients, contractors, and internal staff.
• Review and approve client invoices prior to submittal.
• Prepare written communications and reports.
• Manage and control the project’s cost and schedule by ensuring that effective project controls are in place including the change management system.
• Forecast resource needs on projects, using Eichleay internal systems.
• Identify and implement value engineering opportunities and continuous improvements.
• Capture and apply lessons learned throughout project lifecycle.
• Frequent travel to nearby refinery site as required.

Job Requirements:

• Education: Accredited four-year Bachelor's degree in engineering or another technical field from an accredited university or equivalent experience.
• Experience: A minimum of eight (8) years related experience with a minimum of four (4) years project management experience in heavy industrial, complex engineering projects.

• Location: 3 days onsite in Ferndale, WA, 2 days remote *option to work from home Monday and Friday. Every other Friday off.
• Skills:

• Advanced understanding of capital project delivery and execution across all project phases, including FEL, detailed design, and construction support.
• Strong command of project controls, including scheduling, planning, estimating, cost management, forecasting, and change management.
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and complex workstreams in a fast-paced, schedule-driven environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey complex information clearly to stakeholders.
• Highly detail-oriented with demonstrated accountability and consistent follow-through on commitments.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and collaborate effectively in client-facing, onsite environments.
• In-depth understanding and application of phase-gate project delivery processes, including project funding and approval frameworks.
• Travel: Travel outside the area is expected to be minimal, less than 10%
• Industry Requirements: This role will require all or some of the following requirements at time of hire or during employment
• HHFT Safety Training and current card or ability to obtain.
• Client Safety Training and current badge or ability to obtain.
• TWIC Certification and current card or ability to obtain. TWIC card must be obtained prior to start date or start date may need to be adjusted.
• Background screening including previous employment, education, criminal history, and driving record verification.
• Participation in random drug and alcohol programs.

Work Environment and Physical Demands:

The characteristics described below are representative of those encountered while performing the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodation will be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• While performing duties of this job, you would occasionally be required to stand, walk, sit, reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, stoop or kneel, talk and hear (this includes being able to hear and talk on site based communication equipment), distinguish between various colors, be able to hear safety tones/notifications, and use fingers and hands to feel objects, tools, temperature or controls.
• Must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, depth perceptions, and the ability to adjust focus.
• Overtime may be necessary as workload dictates. This may include weekdays and weekends.
• Job duties will be performed at a client site, production facility or industrial/construction job site.
• Conditions and/or schedule may vary, but the conditions listed above will generally apply.
• Candidates will be required to follow our clients' site-based rules and protocols regarding infectious diseases.

All opportunities with Eichleay will require authorization to work in the US without the need for sponsorship. Positions will require in-person interactions and may require working on site in an office or field environment. This position is subject to federally mandated drug/alcohol testing. Candidates applying to Eichleay must have the ability to be badged and maintain a badge as a safety sensitive position and/or within the Building and Construction trade for process safety management governed facilities. This will require in-depth drug screening for all positions.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breast-feeding and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin or ancestry, age, mental or physical disability (including medical condition), military or veteran status, political preference, marital status, citizenship, genetic information or other status protected by law or regulation.

Use of Artificial Intelligence: At Eichleay, we embrace the responsible use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) to enhance efficiency and decision-making across our operations, including recruitment.