Forestry Project ManagerIn this position you will be a member of Markit! Forestry's management team and you will report to the Vice President of Operations.
Location: Markit!'s office in Colorado Springs, CO
Travel: 10 - 25%
Duties:- Oversee forestry projects from bidding and proposal through execution:
- Attend project pre-bid meetings
- Responsible for cost estimate generation
- Read project prescriptions to understand the timeline, workflow, equipment and staffing needed for bidding
- Write detailed technical and business proposals
- Customer collaboration
- Read, understand, and manage complex contracts
- Budget preparation and project controls planning
- Subcontractor development and management
- Obtain appropriate permits and licenses
- Cost controls/job status reports
- Develop and manage Project Schedules
- Measure, track and report quantities and milestones
- Project invoicing preparation and tracking
- Project closeout and reporting
- Work closely with field personnel to deliver project requirements
- Conduct regular site visits to monitor progress and quality standards
- Other duties as assigned
Requirements:- Excellent organizational and motivational skills
- Outstanding attention to detail
- Exceptional communication and interpersonal ability
- High Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, MS Word, MS Project and Adobe Acrobat
- Strong customer service orientation
- Advanced knowledge of office machinery and cellular devices including computer, copier, tablet and cell phone
- Ability to work in an online database daily
- Travel to project sites
- Possess a valid driver's license, or ability to acquire one upon employment, and be insurable
Preferred Background & Experience:- 1-10 years' experience in Project Management and Forestry, at any level
- Degree in Construction Management, Forestry, Forestry Management, Engineering or equivalent
- PMP or equivalent certification is a plus
- Regional forestry experience is a plus
Compensation: $75,000.00 - $100,000.00 annually dependent on qualifications and experience.
