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Assistant Project Manager

Markit! Forestry Management
Full-time
On-site
Colorado Springs, Colorado, United States
$60,000 - $70,000 USD yearly
In this position you will be a member of Markit!’s management team and you will report to the Regional Project Manager.

Location:  Markit!’s office in Colorado Springs, CO 


Travel:  25% - 50%

Duties:
  • Assist Regional Project Manager in overseeing forestry projects from proposal through execution
    • Attend project pre-bid meetings
    • Write detailed technical and business proposals
    • Read and project prescriptions to understand the timeline, workflow, equipment, and staffing needed for bidding
    • 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
    • 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, Word, 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:
  • 1-5 years’ experience in 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
Benefits:
  • Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications ranging from $60,000-70,000 annually
  • Health insurance including medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance
  • Retirement with company match
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Paid holidays, vacation and sick time
Markit! Forestry is an equal opportunity employer.