Project Manager

Forest Preserve District of Kane County

$75K — $99K *
Real Estate & Construction
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in landscape architecture, engineering, construction management, GIS, or related field.
  • 1-3 years of project management experience with focus on recreational facilities.
  • Knowledge of site development and restoration processes.
  • Technical proficiency in construction and budget management.
  • Valid Illinois driver’s license with insurability. GIS certification preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Plan and coordinate a variety of construction and infrastructure projects.
  • Oversee contract document design and budget management.
  • Conduct onsite project observations to ensure compliance and quality.
  • Manage the organization's encroachment program effectively.
  • Maintain and update the GIS mapping database.

Benefits

  • Full-time benefits package including health insurance.
  • Opportunity for professional development and growth.
  • Collaborative work environment with a focus on community service.
Full Job Description
The Forest Preserve District of Kane County is hiring a Project Manager to join its Planning & Acquisition team. Under the leadership of the Director of Planning and Land Protection, this new position will be responsible for planning, coordinating and overseeing a variety of construction and infrastructure projects, including contract document design, budget oversight, and onsite project observation. This position also manages the organization's encroachment program and GIS mapping database.

The ideal candidate brings technical proficiency, is collaborative, adaptable, and decisive. These effective communication skills and their ability to organize resources, problem-solve, and manage budgets and timelines will contribute to the District's continued success in delivering trail and amenity improvements to its preserve users. Applicants must possess a Bachelor's degree in landscape architecture, engineering, construction management, geographic information systems (GIS) or a closely related field, and bring at least one to three years of experience in project management experience with an emphasis on recreational facilities, site development, and restoration. A valid Illinois driver's license with the ability to maintain insurability is required. GIS certification is preferred.

This is a full-time, exempt position with an annual salary range of $75,743.82 - $99,382.61 with a starting salary of $75,743.82 - $85,697.25, plus eligibility for the District's full-time benefits package.

Interested applicants may learn more about the District's competitive compensation program and benefit plans at https://www.kaneforest.com/careers. Applications must include a cover letter, resume and professional references to be considered complete. For more information about the Forest Preserve District of Kane County, visit https://www.kaneforest.com.

FULL TIME, 40 HOURS PER WEEK, MAY PERIODICALLY INCLUDE WEEKENDS, EVENINGS AND HOLIDAYS

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