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Assistant Project Manager

In this position you will be a member of Markit!’s management team and you will report to the Regional Project Manager.

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

Markit! Forestry is an equal opportunity employer.

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