The mission at Prairie Restorations, Inc. (PRI) is, “To produce and provide the most ecologically appropriate plants, products and services possible to restore and manage native plant communities.”In accordance with Prairie Restorations, philosophy, all team members work together sharing in a common goal of a successful, profitable and innovative company. Team members are to demonstrate our Core Values of Professionalism, Dedication, Resourcefulness, Integrity, and Accountability. All team members are to be role models of these Core Values. 

This job description identifies areas of accountability. This is not an all-inclusive list of duties. These are primary responsibilities. 

Qualification Requirements

• BA in related field or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Minimum of 1 year experience in restoration and/or managing of native plant communities.

• Valid MN Driver’s License

• Ability to operate tractors and implements
• Ability to operate UTV's and water pumps
• Ability to drive trucks pulling trailers

• Ability to be insured to drive company vehicle by PRI insurance company

• Ability to obtain MN DOT Health Card 

• Ability to obtain MN Dept. of Ag Pesticide Applicator License

• Proficient in use and operation of large and small power equipment. 

Position Summary

The Project Manager is responsible for overall coordination of prairie and native plant site installations, productivity, efficiency,completion of tasks and customer satisfaction. Additionally is responsible for assistance with bidding, customer service, allocation of materials and equipment for site management projects. The Project Manager will provide crew supervision and on-site training and mentoring. 

Coordinating and Managing Installation Projects

• Scheduling installation project tasks in coordination with the customer and any changes to project content or process including change orders or contract total changes.

• Awareness of project budget and project progress 

• Completion of both PRI work records and any other client required documents

• Communicate with Site Manager and Admin Assistant as project tasks are completed and ready to be billed.

• Maintain work records in an accurate and timely manner

Project Materials Allocation

• Communicate with Site Manager and Admin Assistant regarding all materials needed (both PRI and external materials) for assigned projects for cost tracking

• Inspect quantity, quality and specifications of acquired materials before installation on assigned projects.

Completion of project tasks

• Complete project tasks on schedule and within budget

• Responsible for quality of completed project tasks

• Project tasks may include soil preparation, seeding, planting, erosion control, herbicide application, prescribed burning, etc.

Crew Supervision and On-Site Training and Mentoring

• Oversee and coordinate team member task assignment and completion 

• Communicate with team members overall project goals and how specific tasks fit in to the overall process 

• Implement and document on site team member training and mentoring as appropriate

• Participate in Team Member Development Reviews as assigned

• Help maintain a safe and clean work environment

Other duties as assigned may include but are not limited to the following

• Sales and proposal writing 

• Facilities maintenance

• Attendance at trade shows and conferences

• Mechanical Repairs

Work Environment

Regularly works around moving mechanical parts and in outside conditions that include inclement weather, heat and humidity. Noise level may be loud at times. Use of and exposure to herbicides and use of required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE). Working hours can be long and unpredictable. 

Physical Demands