Business Project Manager Salary in Tennessee, USA

Job Type: Work from home, PermanentRESPONSIBILITIES:Lead project management in support of day-to-day account activities, including but not limited to Client communications, annual strategic planning, resources and budgets, scheduling, tracking and reporting project progress, presentation development, development of creative briefs, status reports and timelines. Serve as an expert in leveraging tools/software for project management and team collaboration. Directly interface with client and/or client-facing teams to coordinate delivery of a successful projects. Collaborate and coordinate with internal creative teams and external partners. Assist in new business activities as neededTravel: Occasional client travel as requiredSupplemental pay types:Bonus payCommission pay

DESCRIPTIONAmazon Operations is looking for Project Managers with project management experience to own strategic, tactical, cross-functional and technology projects and programs within Rapid and Rural Logistics centers. These roles require scoping and creating project plans, developing processes, coordinating and driving execution, and communicating to senior management on status, risks and process/project changes. Cross-team coordination, project management and executive presentation skills are essential. Do you know how to filter extraneous information in the face of adversity (scope change) while keeping your composure? Can you excel and remain flexible in the height of ambiguity while making sound business decisions? If so then this role is for you! Key job responsibilities - Plans, directs, supervises and controls the execution of all business, technical, fiscal and administrative functions of the assigned program, project or sub-task - Solve ambiguous problems and proactively identify and mitigate risks (before they become roadblocks) - Define the project (mission, vision, tenets), set objectives, analyze data and drive improvements that are quantified with metrics - Work autonomously in an ambiguous environment, seeking to understand business problems, automation limitations, scaling factors, boundary conditions and reasons behind leadership decisions - Partner with teams across the business you support and beyond to source, allocate, and coordinate resources - Partner with customers, and internal/external teams to ensure timelines and deliverables are met. - Work with Sr. project manager and program managers, to communicate and track continuous improvement opportunities. - Roll up your sleeves and do whatever is necessary; general manager / owner mentality - Create, communicate, and manage budget for projects - Responsible for overall project schedule that enables the teams to be successful based upon the project milestones and Go-Live - Responsible for managing overall project budget and approving all purchase orders - Monitors and reports on the progress of all project activity within the project including significant milestones and any conditions which would affect project cost or schedule - Active participant in vendor and Amazon safety policies - Regional travel up to 80% We are open to hiring candidates to work out of one of the following locations:Arlington, VA, USA | Austin, TX, USA | Bellevue, WA, USA | Nashville, TN, USA | New York, NY, USABASIC QUALIFICATIONS- 3+ years of program or project management experience- 3+ years of defining and implementing process improvement initiatives using data and metrics experience- Knowledge of Excel (Pivot Tables, VLookUps) at an advanced level and SQL- Experience using data and metrics to determine and drive improvements- Experience working cross functionally with tech and non-tech teams- Bachelor's degreePREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS- 3+ years of driving end to end delivery, and communicating results to senior leadership experience- 3+ years of driving process improvements experience- Experience in stakeholder management, dealing with multiple stakeholders at varied levels of the organization- Experience building processes, project management, and schedulesAmazon is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status. For individuals with disabilities who would like to request an accommodation, please visit https://www.amazon.jobs/en/disability/us.Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $59,300/year in our lowest geographic market up to $142,800/year in our highest geographic market. Pay is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Amazon is a total compensation company. Dependent on the position offered, equity, sign-on payments, and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits. For more information, please visit https://www.aboutamazon.com/workplace/employee-benefits. Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site.

Project Manager - Aviation Career Area: Engineering - Civil What We're Looking For: Barge Design Solutions, Inc. is currently seeking to fill the position of Aviation Project Manager in the Nashville, TN or Memphis, TN offices who will be engaged in managing and developing Aviation work primarily in Tennessee, Kentucky, and Mississippi. Typical projects may include runway/taxiway extensions, apron expansions, asphalt overlays, concrete and asphalt pavement designs, Airport Master Planning, and pavement maintenance projects.Responsibilities:Business development and project management including developing proposals, providing project design, negotiating contracts, and attending meetings during all phases of the projectDevelops contracts including subcontracts to comply with Barge termsPrepares comprehensive Project Management Plans and tracks project budgets, contracts, billing, and schedulesEnsures Quality Program implementation and executionReviews project reports and findings, making modifications to project as needed Reviews the work of others for quality assuranceCreates conceptual site plans and designs, provides technical engineering guidance, and resolves project problems, challenges, and obstaclesActs as primary agent between client and project team developing the project scope and proposals, coordinating events, leading client meetings & internal project meetings, and delivery of final project to clientOn occasion, may function as an Engineer of Record on projectsMeets profitability goals in support of Barge's business and strategic planMentors others and builds employee capabilitiesDevelops and maintains positive relationships with clients, customers, officials, contractors, and othersSets and example of our core values in daily actions and promotes a positive workplace culturePerforms other duties as requested Education & Experience Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field requiredProfessional Engineer registration required8-12 years of experience including aviation engineering experienceProject Management Professional (PMP) certification, a plusSuperior knowledge of FAA Airport Circulars and engineering design, bidding, construction administration, and management of airport projectsFamiliarity with airport design under the FAA and State block grant programsMust be a collaborative team playerPreviously established relationships with FAA and State Aeronautics personnel, a plusSome travel required Why join us? Barge Design Solutions, Inc., is an engineering and architecture firm with diverse in-house multidisciplinary practice areas. The employee-owned company is more than 400-people strong and serves clients nationwide from multiple U.S. locations. Barge is ranked No. 171 on Engineering News-Record (ENR)'s 2021 Top 500 Design Firms list, is No. 177 on Architectural Record's Top 300 Architecture Firms and is a certified Great Place To Work. Our primary purpose for being in business is ultimately to create a better life by unleashing the potential of our people, clients and communities. This purpose is supported by our company's core values because at the end of the day, Barge CARES: Collaborate - Help and expect help. Teamwork is essential in what we do. Authentic - Honesty, integrity and trust are at the heart of everything we do. We are who we say we are. Responsible - We are accountable for our work, our attitude, and our actions. We make Barge better. Excellence - We go all in and expect more of ourselves than others expect of us. Service - We are humble. We use our gifts in service of others. We believe that if we are living out our purpose for being in business and integrating our values into everything we do, we will ultimately achieve our vision to be the firm best known for being selected when it matters most. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status or on the basis of disability. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Project Manager - Transportation Career Area: Engineering - Civil What We're Looking For: Barge Design Solutions, Inc. is seeking an experienced and talented Project Manager to join our State & Local Client Center and lead significant growth of our Tennessee practice. In this role, you will provide direction and leadership to our Tennessee-based transportation team in support of Barge's strategic priority to grow its current portfolio of services and clients in Tennessee. This is a career opportunity that encompasses growing, leading, and mentoring our local practice, with additional opportunities to support complementary initiatives across our firm's geography. This position will partner closely with the Director of Projects to achieve the desired performance metrics for quality delivery, profitability, and growth.Responsibilities:Support development and execution of the State & Local Client Center's business plan that aligns with the firm's strategic plan and annual performance objectives.Collaborate with the Director of Projects, Client Service Leaders (CSLs), and Marketing for the development and execution of client marketing plans, pursuit strategies, teaming agreements, proposals, and interviews.Effectively perform project management functions including but not limited to: - Developing proposals and negotiating contracts. - Developing and monitoring project schedules, budgets, billing, and collections. - Providing technical oversight of projects to adhere to Barge's Quality Program. - Facilitating external and internal meetings during all project phases; and - Managing changes in scope and/or level of effort over the life of projectsDevelop conceptual design solutions in response to client goals and objectives.Collaborate with technical discipline leaders to develop reports, designs, plans, and/or specifications for projects.Provide direction and supervision to assigned staff to ensure effective management of workload, performance, and professional development.Work with the Director of Projects to ensure that key skillsets and capabilities are in place to support current operational needs.Acquire and develop key capabilities through a combination of effective recruitment and workforce development.Collaborate with other departments to allocate resources on a firmwide basis and to share talent and work across the firm.Perform other duties as assigned. Education & Experience Qualifications: Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering from an accredited program.Professional Engineer (PE) registration.10 - 15 years of related experience in roadway design/project management.Experience working with the Tennessee Department of Transportation (TDOT).Strong design and technical credibility.Excellent oral, written, and graphical communication skills.Ability to effectively manage concurrent projects and deadlines.Strong teambuilding skills.Able to collaborate with other design discipline Why join us? Barge Design Solutions, Inc., is an engineering and architecture firm with diverse in-house multidisciplinary practice areas. The employee-owned company is more than 400-people strong and serves clients nationwide from multiple U.S. locations. Barge is ranked No. 171 on Engineering News-Record (ENR)'s 2021 Top 500 Design Firms list, is No. 177 on Architectural Record's Top 300 Architecture Firms and is a certified Great Place To Work. Our primary purpose for being in business is ultimately to create a better life by unleashing the potential of our people, clients and communities. This purpose is supported by our company's core values because at the end of the day, Barge CARES: Collaborate - Help and expect help. Teamwork is essential in what we do. Authentic - Honesty, integrity and trust are at the heart of everything we do. We are who we say we are. Responsible - We are accountable for our work, our attitude, and our actions. We make Barge better. Excellence - We go all in and expect more of ourselves than others expect of us. Service - We are humble. We use our gifts in service of others. We believe that if we are living out our purpose for being in business and integrating our values into everything we do, we will ultimately achieve our vision to be the firm best known for being selected when it matters most. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status or on the basis of disability. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Direct day-to-day on-site supervision of field labor force including assistants, foremen, subcontractors and other construction related personnel.Assist Project Manager in the supervision and responsibility of the total construction effort in accordance with design, budget, quality, and schedule.Assist with providing technical assistance (interpretation of drawings, recommendation of construction methods and equipment, etc.) as required, including mechanical, electrical, plumbing and fire protection.Inspection of Contractor or (Sub)Contract operations to ensure compliance with Contract.Review and approve Trade Contractor Payment Applications with Project Manager.Maintain good relationships with internal and external clients, including representatives of Owner, Architect/Engineer and Partners.Develop and maintain site logistics plan, in coordination with Project Manager.Development of Quality Assurance& Controls; Conduct quality inspectionsCoordinate site testing and inspection efforts.Monitor costs, including labor time and material.Communicate and enforce Safety and Health Management Program.Demonstrate commitment to an Injury-Free Environment through own actions and mentoring others.Manage schedules, including preparation of detailed short-term schedules and ensuring all activities take place on or ahead of scheduled dates.Prepare and submit Superintendent's Daily Reports to document weather and field conditions, trade and subcontractor manpower, progress and conditions impacting the project, as well as Accident Reports, Quality Reports, etc.Conduct subcontractor meetings.Attend and participate in project meetings.Providing training and education to support field superintendents and engineers.MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.6+ years of Industrial Construction experienceStrong knowledge of MEP & FP, and mission critical systemsCompleted Commercial projects greater than $5M (please include a list of projects completed with resume)Efficient in MS Project, Bluebeam, and Microsoft Outlook

With concrete restoration at the core of its business, LRT has become a leader in the application of the latest technologies, materials, and installation methods for the repair and preservation of concrete and masonry. LRT was established in 1979 and has flourished in its ability to restore, protect, and preserve the structures its customers use to live, work, and play. As a leader in the industry, we achieve excellence with best-practiced individuals, integrity, and guided by our values of PEOPLE. HONOR, and GRIT. We are growing in the Nashville, TN area and have an opportunity for a Construction Project Manager to join our team. 3 years experience with Structural Restoration, Concrete, and/or Waterproofing is highly preferred. LRT works on structures in many industries from simple repairs to multi-year restorations across different technical trades. Our projects provide value-added solutions to owners, engineers, and contractors.Your responsibilities in this role:1. Financial -Responsible for the overall financial success of each project and the team.2. Estimating -The Project Manager is primarily responsible for the pursuit, estimating, and bidding process for their teams.3. Administrative -Responsibilities include but are not limited to change order management, customer-driven documentation and submittal processes, contract management, schedule documentation, and LRT administrative and management processes.4. Business Development5. Long-Term Horizon Project6. Team PlanningSkills: Communication abilities in both written and verbal forms are some of the most valuable Project Manager skills. In addition, proficiency in modern business and construction technological tools is highly desired. The ability to work well with and develop relationships with a wide range of people that can vary from field workers to engineers to executives with customers is very important. In addition, financial analysis, process management, leadership ability, and a mentality of continuous improvement are important skills/attributes of a successful Project Manager.What you need to qualify:• Minimum of 3+ experience in the construction industry. Experience strictly related to concrete and/or masonry restoration and specialties is highly desirable but not required. Prior experience in the roles of Project Engineer, Field Engineer, or Estimator in the industry would be desired.• Associate or Bachelor's Degree in Construction Management or Civil Engineering is highly desirable but not required. Alternate degrees or simply industry experience is sufficient depending upon the individual's skills and work experience.• Knowledge of construction, finance, and management with a thorough understanding of best corporate and industry practices.• Highly collaborative work style-work from office or job site location.LRT is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and member of the Drug-Free Safety

Provide leadership and direction on light industrial construction projectsMonitor construction through administrative direction of on-site and corporate staff to ensure project is built on schedule and within budgetWork with the Project team to develop a work plan, establish priorities and assign tasksCoordinate the preparation of the schedule and long term planningImplement, monitor, update and communicate the progress schedule and its periodic revisionsManage financial aspects of contracts: review and approve budgets, cost reports, rental equipment and expensesPerform the final review of internal items such as Cost Analysis, Monthly Billing, Master Cost Breakdown and Monthly ReportsManage subcontractor schedules, quality of work, coordination with other trades and paymentsCreate and maintain a safe/secure job site environmentReview and approve drawings and samples prior to submissionTrain and develop the Project team and schedule project resourcesMPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.9+ years of experience as a Project Manager with a general contractorLight industrial and commercial construction background is requiredGround up experience is requiredBachelors degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Architecture or a related field is requiredThe ability to work in a fast paced work environmentStrong track record with client relationshipsWorking knowledge of skilled trades including carpentry, masonry, concrete work, site excavation and grading, plumbing, fire protection, HVAC, and electricalWorking knowledge of construction technology and details. Candidate must be extremely proficient reviewing and understanding all construction documents including specifications and drawingsExcellent communication skills with various parties including management, subcontractors, consultants, architects, vendors, and clients.

Cook & Boardman, Inc.Please apply by submitting your resume via this job posting. EOE Minorities/Females/Disability/Veterans; VEVRAA Federal Contractor. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin.Project Management • Memphis, TennesseeSummaryThe project manager works closely with assigned salesperson to stay abreast of customer needs on each active project: participates in problem resolution for jobs by skillfully gathering and analyzing information, developing alternate approaches and working well with small groups. Responsible for communication with the customer, managing project schedules and coordinating with project management for ordering and delivering materials on a timely basis.Essential FunctionsReceives telephone calls, emails and other correspondence from customers and coordinates response with assigned salesperson assuring reply within 24 hoursCorresponds and follows up with customers by sending final door, hardware or other schedules for approvalAssures a prompt return and communicates changes and progress of scheduleContacts customer before each jobsite delivery to assure proper scheduling of delivery and assures all logistics regarding delivery commitments are fulfilledCoordinates job site meetings to assure that salesperson is able to attend according to the customers schedule and requirementsAttends meetings and takes notes of meeting when salesperson cannot attendProactively anticipates customer needs and actively and periodically solicits feedback on Cook and Boardman performanceParticipates in developing solutions for customers and salesperson with technical issues involving hardware and door productsMonitors production schedulesKeeps project files orderly and efficientlyManages any project changes, revisions, revised purchase orders and changes order documents and Comsense files to show revisionsAttends weekly sales meetings to provide information or input for any customer services issuesOther relative duties as assignedMinimum Qualifications2 year degree in Engineering, Construction Engineering, Construction Management, Construction Technology, or equivalent experienceCurrent and valid US drivers licenseAt least 3 years in the Division 8 industry preferredMust pass pre-employment background check and drug testKnowledge, Skills and Abilities Knowledge of Division 8 Proficient in Microsoft Products, including but not limited to Excel, Word, and OutlookFunctional and working knowledge of computers Ability to read and understand construction contracts Effective time management skillsEffective communication skills both verbal and in writing, good mathematical skillsStrong organizational skillsSelf-motivated and proactiveWinning attitudeAbility to multi-taskDetail orientedProfessional and polished in both appearance and speechPhysical DemandsThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk, hear and see. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; use hand to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms.Work Environment This job operates primarily in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines. May occasionally require business travel.Qualification Requirements To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.EOE Minorities/Females/Disability/Veterans; VEVRAA Federal ContractorAll qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin.PI240829170

DESCRIPTION• Amazon Operations is seeking Project Managers with project management experience to own strategic, cross-functional projects within Rapid and Rural Logistics (R2L) centers.• These roles require scoping and creating project plans, coordinating and driving execution, and communicating to senior management on status, risks and process/project changes.• Cross-team coordination and project management skills are essential.Key job responsibilities• Plan, direct, supervise and control the execution of all business, technical, fiscal and administrative functions of the assigned project. • Partner with customers and internal/external teams to ensure timelines and deliverables are met.• Monitor and report on the progress of all project activity including significant milestones and conditions which would affect project cost or schedule.• Solve ambiguous problems and proactively identify and mitigate risks before they become roadblocks.• Manage project budget and approve all purchase orders.• Travel up to 80%.We are open to hiring candidates to work out of one of the following locations:Arlington, VA, USA | Austin, TX, USA | Bellevue, WA, USA | Nashville, TN, USA | New York, NY, USABASIC QUALIFICATIONS- 5+ years of program or project management experience- 3+ years of defining and implementing process improvement initiatives using data and metrics experience- Knowledge of Excel (Pivot Tables, VLookUps) at an advanced level and SQL- Experience using data and metrics to determine and drive improvements- Experience working cross functionally with tech and non-tech teams- Bachelor's degreePREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS- 3+ years of driving end to end delivery, and communicating results to senior leadership experience- 3+ years of driving process improvements experience- Experience in stakeholder management, dealing with multiple stakeholders at varied levels of the organization- Experience building processes, project management, and schedulesAmazon is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status. For individuals with disabilities who would like to request an accommodation, please visit https://www.amazon.jobs/en/disability/us.Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $59,300/year in our lowest geographic market up to $142,800/year in our highest geographic market. Pay is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Amazon is a total compensation company. Dependent on the position offered, equity, sign-on payments, and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits. For more information, please visit https://www.aboutamazon.com/workplace/employee-benefits. Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site.

Welcome to Vaco - an uncommon company with an empowered culture. At Vaco, we welcome talented innovators seeking a collaborative environment where creative freedom rings. Since 2002, we have expanded to more than 40 locations, and we have no plans of slowing down anytime soon. We are seeking big thinkers to lead us into the future and explore the career of a lifetime. Ranked the #1 Best Staffing Firm to Work for in North America by Staffing Industry Analysts (Category: 500+ Employees) An Inc. 5000 fastest growing private company in America every year since 2007! Description: The Business Development Manager is responsible for generating sales, increasing revenue and profitability. This position establishes and develops client relationships as well as works with one or more recruiters to fulfill open job orders.The position will collaborate with business stakeholders, business leaders and subject matter experts to plan and deliver projects effectively and timely. Essential Job Functions: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and abilities required. Duties and Responsibilities:Establish and maintain target list developing client relationships. Conduct prospecting activities including phone calls, "ad calls," skills marketing, email, social media, in-person meetings, and other methods. Generate new job orders weekly in line with performance objectives. Manage new and open job orders from intake to fulfillment. Utilize Bullhorn to log all activity, notes, and information vital to managing and growing a book of business as well as planning daily activities. Collaborate with teammates to cross-sell and/or fulfill open positions across other lines of business and/or national practices as appropriate. The above statements describe the general nature and level of work only. They are not an exhaustive list of all required responsibilities, duties, and skills. Other duties may be added, or this description amended at any time. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Desired Competencies:Customer/Candidate Focus -Builds strong customer relationships and delivers customer-centric solutions. Results Oriented -Consistently achieves results, even under tough circumstances. Communicates Effectively -Develops and delivers written and verbal communication that conveys clear understanding of different audiences and their levels of comprehension. Active listener to ensure clear understanding. Planning Forethought and Alignment -Plans and prioritizes work to meet commitments aligned with organizational goals. Interpersonal Intelligence -Understands self and others' emotions and is able to manage self and others' emotions to create a comfortable environment removing internal and external barriers to build rapport with others, including those with diverse opinions and beliefs, by acting with respect, dignity, and integrity. Decision Quality - Makes good and timely decisions that keep the organization moving forward. Collaborative -Partners and connects with others to achieve shared goals or objectives, seeking input and inspiring others to value the same, building trust with each collaborative interaction. Education and Experience:Bachelor's Degree and/or 0 to 18 months technologysales or staffingexperience required. Active member of the IT community, networking groups a plus. Location: In office. Hybrid/Remote option may be considered with Management approval. Travel Requirements: Less than 5% (almost no travel) Physical Demands: The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position: Frequent: Sitting, walking, eye/hand/foot coordination and repetitive motion. Occasional: Standing and bending. Infrequent: Lifting up to 10 pounds. Vaco, LLC ("we," "our," or "Vaco") respects your privacy and is committed to providing a transparent notice of our Notice at Collection and Privacy Policy for California Residents. This Notice and Privacy Policy for California Residents applies solely to those who reside in the State of California ("consumers" or "you"). For additional details, click here.California residents may also access Vaco's HR Notice at Collection for California Applicants and Employees.Vaco is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race (including but not limited to traits historically associated with race such as hair texture and hair style), color, sex (includes pregnancy or related conditions), religion or creed, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, status as a veteran, union membership, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, political affiliation, or any other protected characteristics as required by federal, state or local law.