Forestry Project Manager

Markit! Forestry Management; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 75,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Markit! Forestry Management is seeking a Forestry Project Manager to oversee forestry projects from bidding to execution at their Colorado Springs office. You will be responsible for project cost estimation, managing complex contracts, ensuring quality standards, and collaborating closely with customers.

The ideal candidate will have 1-10 years of Project Management experience in Forestry, excellent organizational skills, and proficiency in relevant software. Compensation ranges between $75,000 and $100,000 annually, based on qualifications and experience.

Qualifications

• 1-10 years' experience in Project Management and Forestry.
• Ability to work in an online database daily.
• Possess a valid driver’s license and be insurable.

Responsibilities

• Oversee forestry projects from bidding through execution.
• Conduct regular site visits to monitor progress.
• Collaborate with customers and manage complex contracts.

Skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Customer service orientation

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel

Proficiency in MS Word

Proficiency in MS Project

Proficiency in Adobe Acrobat

Education

Degree in Construction Management, Forestry, or Engineering

PMP or equivalent certification

Job description

Forestry Project Manager

In 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

Compensation: $75,000.00 - $100,000.00 annually dependent on qualifications and experience.

Markit! Forestry is an equal opportunity employer.