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Project Manager

Posted: January 15, 2020 by MAEE Administration

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Project Manager
Job Type
  • Full Time
Organization Landbridge Ecological
Job Description

PROJECT MANAGER

FULL-TIME POSITION

ABOUT US: We are an ecological design, installation and land management firm.

OUR MISSION: Restore and protect resilient native landscapes, to educate the public about ecological restoration, and to work with existing natural resources and conditions.

LANDBRIDGE ECOLOGICAL (LANDBRIDGE) is a collaborative, team-oriented work environment that emphasizes inclusion of diverse ideas, solutions and perspectives. LANDBRIDGE marries high design and native landscapes; providing science and forethought into restoration, management, and landscaping. While working on the smallest raingarden to an expansive habitat project, there are many opportunities to contribute and collaborate in a young company and rewarding field.

 

Project Managers bid on, manage, and oversee the implementation of an extensive variety of ecological projects. Example projects include raingardens, pollinator gardens, bee lawns, prairie burns and restoration, timber harvests, and invasive species control. Projects are located primarily in the Twin Cities and Upper Midwest. Project Managers also provide education and training to LANDBRIDGE employees and the public.

 

 

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Passionate about the outdoors and having a positive impact on the world
  • 4 years of land management, ecological restoration, construction or related experience
  • 2 years of management/supervisor experience
  • Experience working within and managing a budget (time and money)
  • Proven multi-tasking and critical thinking abilities
  • Strong communication skills with ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • Experience reading and interpreting construction, landscape and engineering plans
  • Operator experience with heavy machinery operation (tractors, skid loaders, excavators)
  • Degree or working towards a degree in related field
  • ISA Certified Arborist
  • Prescribed burn experience and/or S/130, S/190 or greater fire training certifications
  • Commercial Herbicide Applicators License, Categories A and J (ability to acquire)
  • Knowledge of Microsoft Office products (Xcel, Word, PowerPoint) and G Suite (Gmail, Google Forms, etc.)
  • Ability to work with culturally diverse populations
  • Must possess a clean driving record and valid driver’s license (ability to obtain MNDOT Health card)

GENERAL EXPECTATIONS:

  • Work weeks will be 40-50 hour depending on workload and weather conditions. Workload varies seasonally
  • The position will be expected to perform physical labor on an occasional basis
  • Work is conducted in all sorts of extreme weather conditions (rain, snow, heat, cold)
  • Starting wages vary based on experience
  • Employees are expected to present themselves in a professional manner at all times
  • Workdays begin and end at the LANDBRIDGE central headquarters in Saint Paul, MN
  • Occasional overnight requirements are necessary on per projects basis
  • Employees are eligible for benefits such as holiday pay, vacation time, retirement match, gear and annual education stipend

 

Please email resume, cover letter, and references to Sean Wickhem: sean@landbridge.eco

Location Saint Paul, MN
Expires 2020-03-31
Link https://landbridge.eco/careers/
MAEE Partner None
Project Manager
  • Full Time
Landbridge Ecological
Location: Saint Paul, MN
Expires: 2020-03-31
Link: https://landbridge.eco/careers/
MAEE Partner: None
Job Description:

PROJECT MANAGER

FULL-TIME POSITION

ABOUT US: We are an ecological design, installation and land management firm.

OUR MISSION: Restore and protect resilient native landscapes, to educate the public about ecological restoration, and to work with existing natural resources and conditions.

LANDBRIDGE ECOLOGICAL (LANDBRIDGE) is a collaborative, team-oriented work environment that emphasizes inclusion of diverse ideas, solutions and perspectives. LANDBRIDGE marries high design and native landscapes; providing science and forethought into restoration, management, and landscaping. While working on the smallest raingarden to an expansive habitat project, there are many opportunities to contribute and collaborate in a young company and rewarding field.

 

Project Managers bid on, manage, and oversee the implementation of an extensive variety of ecological projects. Example projects include raingardens, pollinator gardens, bee lawns, prairie burns and restoration, timber harvests, and invasive species control. Projects are located primarily in the Twin Cities and Upper Midwest. Project Managers also provide education and training to LANDBRIDGE employees and the public.

 

 

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Passionate about the outdoors and having a positive impact on the world
  • 4 years of land management, ecological restoration, construction or related experience
  • 2 years of management/supervisor experience
  • Experience working within and managing a budget (time and money)
  • Proven multi-tasking and critical thinking abilities
  • Strong communication skills with ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • Experience reading and interpreting construction, landscape and engineering plans
  • Operator experience with heavy machinery operation (tractors, skid loaders, excavators)
  • Degree or working towards a degree in related field
  • ISA Certified Arborist
  • Prescribed burn experience and/or S/130, S/190 or greater fire training certifications
  • Commercial Herbicide Applicators License, Categories A and J (ability to acquire)
  • Knowledge of Microsoft Office products (Xcel, Word, PowerPoint) and G Suite (Gmail, Google Forms, etc.)
  • Ability to work with culturally diverse populations
  • Must possess a clean driving record and valid driver’s license (ability to obtain MNDOT Health card)

GENERAL EXPECTATIONS:

  • Work weeks will be 40-50 hour depending on workload and weather conditions. Workload varies seasonally
  • The position will be expected to perform physical labor on an occasional basis
  • Work is conducted in all sorts of extreme weather conditions (rain, snow, heat, cold)
  • Starting wages vary based on experience
  • Employees are expected to present themselves in a professional manner at all times
  • Workdays begin and end at the LANDBRIDGE central headquarters in Saint Paul, MN
  • Occasional overnight requirements are necessary on per projects basis
  • Employees are eligible for benefits such as holiday pay, vacation time, retirement match, gear and annual education stipend

 

Please email resume, cover letter, and references to Sean Wickhem: sean@landbridge.eco

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