Operations Manager

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

Job summary

Markit! Forestry Management, LLC is seeking a results-driven operations professional to join the management team in Colorado Springs. You will report to the Vice President of Operations and oversee forestry projects from bidding through execution, coordinating with field personnel.

The role requires strong organizational skills, exceptional communication, and proficiency in Excel, Word, Project and Adobe Acrobat. Travel is 10–25% and a valid driver’s license is needed.

Qualifications

• Excellent organizational and motivational skills.
• Outstanding attention to detail.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal ability.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, Project and Adobe Acrobat.
• Strong customer service orientation.
• Ability to work daily in an online database and travel to project sites.
• Valid driver’s license or ability to obtain one.

Responsibilities

• Oversee forestry projects from bidding through execution.
• Read project prescriptions to understand timeline, workflow, equipment and staffing needs for bidding.
• Write detailed technical and business proposals and manage contracts.
• Budget preparation and project controls planning.
• Subcontractor development and management.
• Obtain appropriate permits and licenses.
• 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.

Skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Customer service

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Education

Degree in Construction Management / Forestry / Forestry Management / Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Project

Adobe Acrobat

Job description

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 Operations or 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.

Markit! Forestry is an equal opportunity employer.