Operations Manager

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

Job summary

Markit! Forestry Management in Colorado Springs, CO seeks a Project Manager to oversee forestry projects from bidding through execution. The role requires excellent organizational and motivational skills, along with a degree in Construction Management or a related field.

Candidates should have 1-10 years of experience in Operations or Project Management and a strong proficiency in Microsoft tools. Salary ranges from $75,000 to $100,000 annually based on qualifications.

Qualifications

• 1-10 years experience in Operations or Project Management in Forestry.
• Valid driver's license and insurable status required.
• Ability to work in an online database daily.

Responsibilities

• Oversee forestry projects from bidding through execution.
• Conduct regular site visits to monitor progress and quality.
• Prepare and track project invoicing.

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 or related field

PMP or equivalent certification

Tools

Online database software

Office machinery

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.