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.

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Operations Manager