Assistant Project Manager at SWCA… · Salt…

SWCA is actively seeking to fill an Assistant Project Manager within our Natural Resources Program. This position focuses on supporting project managers with project coordinator support, including maintaining project schedules and project management plans, reviewing and revising draft invoices, communicating with clients, and preparing project progress reports.

 

This can be a Regular/Fulltime role or part-time position depending on the applicant, with the ideal candidate residing in Salt Lake City, UT and working in a hybrid fashion. Pay rate will be based on individual qualifications and experience. 

 

SWCA Environmental Consultants (SWCA) is an employee-owned company of environmental professionals who specialize in natural and cultural resource management, environmental planning, and regulatory compliance.

 

Application deadline: Applications are due at 5:00 PM CDT on May 15, 2026.

• Provide assistant project management and project coordinator support for multiple projects, coordinating tasks, deliverables, and internal resources.
• Maintain and update project schedules, task lists, and project management plans; track milestones, deadlines, and dependencies.
• Review, revise, and route draft invoices for internal review; help ensure invoices align with budgets, schedules, and contractual requirements.
• Communicate with clients and project teams, provide routine project status updates, and support preparation of project progress reports.
• Perform data and document quality control, including organizing project files, reviewing deliverables for completeness/consistency, and maintaining accurate tracking records.
• Prepare materials for and staff public engagement events (e.g., open houses, public meetings), including coordinating logistics and supporting event follow-up documentation.
• Demonstrate strong organization, attention to detail, and the ability to prioritize and multi-task in a fast-paced environment while supporting multiple projects.

• Some college education related to biology or a related field OR equivalent experience (two years) relevant to the environmental industry.
• At least one (1) year of project coordination experience and experience with construction practices preferred
• At least one (1) year of experience with data management and progress tracking
• Effective verbal and written communication skills

 

 

SWCA is a 100% employee-owned, and we build our success together. With offices across the United States, SWCA is one of the largest environmental compliance firms and ranks among Engineering News-Record’s Top 200 Environmental Firms. We offer a supportive, team-oriented work environment and competitive wages and benefits, including an 100% employee stock ownership plan (retirement). If you are seeking an opportunity to work in a culture of exceptionally skilled and diverse professionals who embrace sound science and creative solutions, then SWCA will be a great fit for you!  

 

If you need assistance accessing SWCA’s website, completing the online application, or require accommodations at any point during the hiring process due to a disability, please contact us at accommodations@swca.com or call 1-480-581-5378. We’re committed to providing an inclusive and supportive experience for all candidates. This contact information is specifically for accommodation requests; other inquiries will not receive a response. 

 

SWCA is committed to salary equity and salary transparency for all its employees.  In alignment with this commitment, SWCA posts good faith pay ranges in all its advertised job postings to promote pay equity and transparency.

 

 An employee in this Salt Lake City, UT-based position can expect a rate of $28.88/hour-$36.75/hour. Actual pay within this range may depend on experience, qualifications, geographic location, client requirements where applicable, and other factors permitted by law. Candidates are also encouraged to consider SWCA’s Total Rewards package, which includes a competitive benefits package (https://www.swca.com/careers/benefits-wellness/), forward-thinking workplace flexibility, outstanding corporate culture, award-winning career development, and more. 

 

EOE - women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and veterans are encouraged to apply. At SWCA Environmental Consultants, we celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive work environment. We strongly encourage candidates from all backgrounds, including those with diverse experiences and veterans, to apply. We believe that a diverse and inclusive workforce enhances creativity, innovation, and overall organizational success.

 

SWCA continues to invest deeply in career development programs, delivering our award-winning Career Landscape support resources to accelerate the growth of our staff. We recognize the valuable skills and experiences our internal team members bring to SWCA’s continued success. Qualified internal candidates are encouraged to apply and will be seriously considered for this position. We believe in promoting from within, where possible, providing our existing employees with compelling opportunities to advance their careers.