Senior Conservation Project Manager – Northwest

TPL; Wenatchee (WA); Hybrid; USD 95,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Vacation and sick pay

Holidays

403(b) retirement plan with company 7%

Hybrid work model

Year-end office closure

Job summary

The Trust for Public Land seeks a Senior Project Manager to conserve land with a focus on Washington. Based in Wenatchee, you will manage complex acquisitions and conservation easements, coordinating with state and federal partners, tribes, and landowners to advance priority projects.

You will work with internal teams across government affairs, finance, legal, and philanthropy, and participate in regional planning and fundraising activities, while traveling as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred, or equivalent work experience.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills are essential.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Willingness to travel, including occasional national travel.
• Experience engaging with landowners, agencies, tribes, and NGOs is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Identify and pursue conservation easements and land acquisitions for priority lands.
• Manage a portfolio of conservation transactions, including vetting, landowner communications, budgeting, and due diligence.
• Build and maintain relationships with agencies, tribes, NGOs, and external partners.
• Negotiate agreements with landowners, contractors, agencies, and partners with support from legal and finance teams.
• Oversee due diligence phases, including title review, funding opportunities, and regulatory documents.
• Support grant funding efforts and collaborate with WA Conservation Director on current projects.
• Engage communities and stakeholders, including through GIS-based outreach and partnerships.

Skills

Independent work

Communication

Team player

Travel willingness

Public engagement

GIS tools

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

Equivalent work experience

Tools

GIS software

Job description

The Trust for Public Land seeks a Senior Project Manager to conserve land with a focus on Washington. Based in Wenatchee, you will manage complex acquisitions and conservation easements, coordinating with state and federal partners, tribes, and landowners to advance priority projects.

You will work with internal teams across government affairs, finance, legal, and philanthropy, and participate in regional planning and fundraising activities, while traveling as needed.