Hybrid Urban Forestry Project Manager: Contracts & Partners

Minnesota Council of Nonprofits; Saint Paul (MN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

401(k)

Life insurance

PTO

Health Care FSA

Job summary

Great River Greening is seeking an Urban Forestry Project Manager to lead day-to-day implementation of CMC partner relations and contracts across Minnesota. The role centers on project management, budget tracking, and ensuring timely planting, watering, and maintenance work.

You will work with the Urban Forestry Specialist and Program Manager to monitor deliverables, manage contracts, and keep partners informed. This is a temporary, full-time role with hybrid work and travel within the state.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or related field; 3+ years in PM, contract administration, or coordination.
• Experience managing multiple contracts/projects with budgets and timelines.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail; ability to report on a portfolio.
• Experience with budget monitoring, invoicing, or financial reporting.
• Excellent written and verbal communication with external partners.
• Valid driver's license; ability to travel overnight in Minnesota.
• Preferred: grant-funded contracts experience; urban forestry/conservation familiarity.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary point of contact for CMC partners from contract signing through project delivery.
• Track deliverables, timelines, milestones, and flag risks to keep projects on schedule.
• Manage budgets across the partner portfolio and prepare budget reports for internal and funder review.
• Develop, negotiate, and manage watering and maintenance contracts with vendors.
• Coordinate with the Urban Forestry Specialist to align obligations with field activity.
• Support tree planting events including logistics and day-of activities.
• Maintain records of contract status, budgets, and deliverables; prepare progress reports.
• Assist with contract close-out and final reporting.

Skills

Project management

Contract administration

Budget monitoring

Communication

Data management

Travel

Driver's license

Education

Bachelor's degree or related field

Job description

Great River Greening is seeking an Urban Forestry Project Manager to lead day-to-day implementation of CMC partner relations and contracts across Minnesota. The role centers on project management, budget tracking, and ensuring timely planting, watering, and maintenance work.

You will work with the Urban Forestry Specialist and Program Manager to monitor deliverables, manage contracts, and keep partners informed. This is a temporary, full-time role with hybrid work and travel within the state.