Operations Manager

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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