Prairie Restorations is Hiring a Project Manager-Mgmt Near Scandia, MN
Position: ProjectManager - Mgmt.
Department: Services
Reports To: Assistant Site Manager
Classification: Non-Exempt
Direct Reports: Assistant Project Managers, Service Technicians
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 a common goal of a successful, profitable, and innovative company.
Team members are to demonstrate our Core Values.
Growing together with Positive perseverance
Passion to do right by nature
Integrity and respect for all.
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 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 management, productivity, efficiency, completion of tasks and customer satisfaction. Additionally, is responsible for assistance with bidding, allocation of materials and equipment for site management projects. The Project Manager will provide crew supervision and on-site training and mentoring.
Duties and Responsibilities
Coordinating and Managing Land Management Projects
Scheduling management project tasks in coordination with the Assistant Site Manager.
Communication with customers about project schedule 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 Assistant 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 Assistant Site Manager all materials needed (both PRI and external materials) for assigned projects
Inspect quantity, quality and specifications of acquired materials before use on assigned projects.
Completion of project tasks
Complete project tasks on schedule and within budget
Responsible for quality of completed project tasks
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
Must be able to move objects up to 50 lbs. and use abdominal and lower back muscles to provide support over time without fatigue. Constant movement and use of limbs. This position requires good manual dexterity, coordination, and stamina.
Confidentiality
The nature of the position allows access to confidential financial, business development, marketing, and sales information besides personal and confidential information regarding the owners and employees. Company policy requires that all information of this type be regarded as Confidential and not for communication, discussion or other distribution to any unauthorized person. The dissemination of any of this information to any persons other than those authorized or approved by the President shall be considered as grounds for immediate termination and considered as a violation of the Company’s right to privacy.