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.