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SENIOR PROJECT MANAGER

POSITION OPENING

TIERRA RIGHT OF WAY SERVICES, New Mexico

Applications are being accepted through June 15, 2012

Tierra Right of Way Services is seeking a Senior Project Manager (Project Director) for our Environmental Planning and Cultural Resources Division in New Mexico. The successful candidate will work out of our Albuquerque office.

Position Summary

Under the supervision of the Division Director, who works from Tierra’s Corporate Headquarters in Tucson, this position will oversee and coordinate the day-to-day activities of cultural and environmental compliance projects in New Mexico. Successful marketing and business development are key requirements of this position.

Responsibilities include:

·         Project management, including budget and schedule development and management, and quality assurance.

·         Marketing and business development, including maintaining relationships with existing clients, actively marketing new clients, and working with corporate leadership to expand Tierra’s presence in New Mexico and the Greater Southwest.

·         Writing of proposals, including responding to RFPs/RFQs, and developing innovative and creative approaches to CRM and environmental projects.

·         Archaeological fieldwork, hiring and supervision of field and support staff, and report writing/review.

This is a full-time salaried position with benefits. Salary is competitive, and is based on education and experience.

Minimum Qualifications

·         A minimum of 10 years experience in the cultural and/or environmental compliance industry, at least 5 years of which has been in New Mexico, is required.

·         Professionals with a background in archaeology, biology, or environmental planning are encouraged to apply.

·         Knowledge of NEPA, Section 106, and associated New Mexico regulations is essential.

·         Experience working with the various municipal, state, and federal agencies in New Mexico.

·         Candidates should also have established relationships in the archaeological and environmental communities in New Mexico and surrounding states.

·         Graduate degree in Anthropology, Archaeology, Biology, Environmental Planning, or related field required.

Tierra has been conducting cultural resource projects since 1993 and environmental compliance since 2000. We are committed to meeting our customer’s land service needs in the highest quality manner, delivered with the highest ethical and professional standards. 

TO APPLY:

Please email vita with cover letter to careers@tierra-row.com.