Salmon Habitat Restoration Project Manager

SPSSEG Project Managers coordinate all aspects of habitat restoration projects including watershed recovery planning, identification of new project opportunities, securing project funding, implementing funded projects, conducting field work, and monitoring completed projects to ensure that organizational and salmon recovery goals are met.  This position will also support other SPSSEG Project Manager’s and projects. Funding for this position is subject to availability of ongoing state, federal and local grants.

• Directs implementation of funded projects. Manages and monitors grants and contract budgets; assures compliance with grant and contract requirements.  Establishes and maintains files of proposals and current grants and contracts.
• Develops and manages project timelines, scopes of work, and budgets in cooperation with the Executive Director, staff, and Board. Ensures projects are on schedule and within budget.
• Actively pursues potential funding sources for high priority projects; writes and manages grant application proposals.
• Conducts competitive bid processes; hires and manages subcontractors (engineers, construction contractors, etc.) under the direction of the Executive Director.
• Acquires permits, landowner agreements, and utility access for projects, under the guidance of the Executive Director.
• Ensures compliance with state and federal laws and SPSSEG policies.
• Manages and/or coordinates project consultants, project engineers and consultant contracts.
• Manages and/or coordinates project construction contractors and construction contracts.
• Tracks and reports administrative staff project costs, invoices, and match required by grants.
• Coordinates with local watershed Lead Entities to identify, develop and prioritize salmon habitat restoration projects.
• Prepares and publishes final reports and recommendations. Provides habitat assessment data and restoration recommendations to local partners (tribes, state and federal agencies, conservation districts, local governments, etc.).
• Participates in technical work group and stakeholder meetings for projects, as needed, including design team meetings and other meetings that relate specifically to funded projects or project development.
• Conducts field work and manages and collects scientific data.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education/Experience:

A Bachelor’s degree in fisheries or similar natural resources field plus three years of pertinent work experience. Experience working on multi-disciplinary design teams on habitat restoration and construction projects is desired.  Experience writing and managing grants, conducting field work, and overseeing habitat restoration projects is a plus.

Special Requirements:

A valid Washington State driver’s license and reliable transportation. A valid First Aid and CPR Certification is required if supervising interns or volunteers. A Washington State Patrol background check is required for all personnel working directly with children.

Working Conditions:

The Project Manager works from an office in a busy, non-profit organization within a natural resource and public service-oriented environment. Work is often performed outdoors and in inclement weather. Sufficient mobility is required to navigate uneven terrain, steep slopes, streams/creeks, marshy areas, and other field conditions. Flexibility is required for infrequent attendance at evening, weekend meetings or events, and at various locations and field sites.  Approximately 50% of time is spent outside of the office in attending meetings, conducting field work, and monitoring projects.