Merjent · 22 hours ago
Restoration Project Manager
Appleton, WI
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$84K/yr - $116K/yr
5+ years expMerjent is a medium-sized consulting and engineering company dedicated to creating an environment where both people and projects succeed. They are seeking a mid-to-senior level Restoration Project Manager to lead the execution of restoration and stabilization projects across Wisconsin, ensuring technical oversight and client delivery for active projects.
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Responsibilities
Lead technical execution of vegetation establishment and management, including native seeding/planting, site preparation, invasive species control, and establishment monitoring
Interpret restoration plans, specifications, and permit conditions and translate them into actionable field tasks
Oversee subcontractors and internal crews to ensure proper installation methods, materials, species selection, and sequencing
Evaluate field conditions and direct adaptive responses to weather, site constraints, and vegetation performance
Apply and oversee temporary and permanent erosion control and site stabilization measures, including SWPPP compliance where applicable
Coordinate restoration activities alongside active construction or utility installation
Manage projects from notice to proceed through closeout, including scope review, scheduling, risk mitigation, field issue resolution, and change management
Track quantities, materials, labor, and equipment to support accurate billing, cost control, and schedule adherence
Serve as the technical point of contact for clients, design teams, and regulatory agencies, ensuring clear communication and permit compliance
Provide technical leadership through staff mentorship, development of standard practices, support of proposals and business development, and promotion of safety and environmental compliance
Qualification
Required
5+ years of progressive experience in ecological restoration, vegetation management, environmental construction, or related disciplines
Demonstrated experience managing vegetation establishment or restoration projects from installation through establishment
Strong working knowledge of native plant communities and restoration techniques; erosion control and site stabilization practices; and construction sequencing and field coordination
Proven ability to read and interpret plans, specifications, and permits
Strong technical writing and verbal communication skills
Valid driver's license and ability to perform site visits
Preferred
Experience with SWPPP construction, inspections, and implementation
Familiarity with Wisconsin ecosystems, species palettes, and regulatory requirements
Estimating and proposal development experience for restoration or environmental construction projects
Background working alongside transportation, utility, or land development construction projects
Benefits
4 weeks of paid vacation regardless of seniority
10 paid holidays
Generous benefits and compensation packages
Annual career-related training for employees
Supporting travel for remote employees to attend in-person team meetings and all-staff events
Company
Merjent
Merjent is an environmental, restoration, and engineering consulting firm with a long history serving the energy industry.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Angie Ronayne
Chief Sustainability Officer
John Canne
President of Restoration and Chief Growth Officer
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