Project Associate

TruePani Inc., an environmental consulting and communications firm, is seeking environmental project associates to join a passionate team tackling water quality projects focused on reducing lead in drinking water. The position is full-time and may include frequent travel, fieldwork, and staying on-site for projects for several weeks at a time.

The position is based out of Knoxville, TN with some days (minimum 3 per 5 day work week including Mondays and Thursdays) working in the office and some days working from home. For candidates not currently located in Knoxville, a relocation stipend is available. This role has a target start date of November 1, 2025.

Responsibilities

The individual in this role will work with the larger project management team to support a variety of clients and projects. The majority of work for this role will be on projects within TruePani's lead in drinking water project portfolio. The Project Associate will work to complete tasks as delegated and anticipate future project needs, and will be accountable for producing a high-quality of work in a timely manner. Project Associates will have the opportunity to interface with clients nationwide, and travel to site visits, client meetings, and conferences. Examples of responsibilities / essential job functions may include :

Outreach and verbal communications (e.g., sending emails, making phone calls, meetings)

Written communications (e.g., taking notes, creating presentations, drafting reports and other written deliverables)

• Working within GIS
• Completing recurring project tasks
• Strategic thinking

Data collection, analysis, and review in Microsoft Excel and online database tools

Assisting with office tasks (e.g., receiving shipments, assembling packages, mailing documents)

Collecting water samples (ability to lift 50 lbs)

Successful individuals in this role are highly motivated and able to work both within teams and independently. Candidates should be able to anticipate work that needs to be completed and be able to "wear many hats" by assisting with various duties across several projects.

Required Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications

About TruePani

TruePani Inc. is a trusted subject-matter expert in lead in drinking water and clean transportation technologies. TruePani has a strong reputation for providing cost-effective solutions to challenging environmental problems and contributing to the community through outreach and educational events centered around environmental issues and public health.

Founded in 2016, TruePani is a 100% female-owned small business with DBE certification and an excellent company culture. Benefits to eligible employees include medical insurance, vision insurance, and dental insurance, unlimited paid time off, eight sick days paid per year, 11 paid company holidays, and paid parental leave.

TruePani considers for employment all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, or ancestry.

To Apply

Please email both a RESUME and COVER LETTER to info@truepani.com. The subject line of the email must contain PROJECT ASSOCIATE - KNOXVILLE.