Trail Contracts & Field Operations Lead

Mcdowellchamber; North Carolina; On-site; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement matching up to 3%

Three weeks of paid time off

Job summary

A non-profit trail organization in North Carolina is seeking a Contract Manager to oversee contracting for recreational trail projects and ensure compliance with design and specifications. This role involves fieldwork in mountainous terrain and requires a bachelor's degree, experience in project management, and excellent communication skills. The position offers a salary of $50,000 annually and includes benefits like 3 weeks of paid time off and retirement matching.

Qualifications

• 2+ years experience in construction, project management or contracting.
• Ability to negotiate and manage budgets effectively.
• Experience with spreadsheets and tracking tools.

Responsibilities

• Create and manage contracts for infrastructure projects.
• Monitor and inspect contractor work to ensure compliance.
• Assist in design and mapping for construction documents.

Skills

Project management

Excellent communication skills

Negotiation skills

Budget management

Physical fitness for outdoor work

Education

Bachelor's degree in business, forestry, engineering, or related fields

Project management certification

Tools

Project management software

Gantt charts

Job description

A non-profit trail organization in North Carolina is seeking a Contract Manager to oversee contracting for recreational trail projects and ensure compliance with design and specifications. This role involves fieldwork in mountainous terrain and requires a bachelor's degree, experience in project management, and excellent communication skills. The position offers a salary of $50,000 annually and includes benefits like 3 weeks of paid time off and retirement matching.