Construction Project Manager- Yellowstone National Park

Live. Work. Explore. as a part of our Engineering & Maintenance team in Yellowstone National Park!

Put your problem-solving skills to work. Our Engineering and Maintenance department does it all! From troubleshooting to preserving our rich history and being stewards of our iconic lodges, hands-on skills are needed to get the job done right. There are a variety of positions at our parks and lodges that range from skilled technicians to skilled trades.

We’re hiring for a Construction Project Manager to Live. Work. Explore. in Yellowstone!

Job Summary:

The Construction Project Manager is a full-time, year-round position and is based out of Mammoth Hot Springs. This position is responsible for overseeing the construction process from conceptualization to completion and also with a wide variety of construction or maintenance of facilities, buildings and building systems. If you have a passion for nature and want to be a part of a great Engineering Team, this may be a great opportunity for you!

The Details:
Position Type: Full-Time, Year-Round
Pay: Discussed during interview
Schedule: Typical schedule is 40 hours, 5 days/per week (may include weekends, evenings, and holidays)

Why Yellowstone National Park?
We are a welcoming community who work hard, share a real passion for the environment, and enjoy crafting memorable experiences for our guests. As part of the Xanterra Travel Collection®, we are the primary authorized concessionaire in Yellowstone, and proud stewards of the park.

Life in Yellowstone:

• No Wyoming state taxes deducted from your paycheck
• Company housing is not provided for this position, but may be considered based on future availability. Employee will need to secure housing in Gardiner, Emigrant, or Livingston, MT
• A fast-paced, exciting work environment with plenty of upward mobility and growth opportunities
• Meet people of all ages from all over the country and world!

Benefits and Perks:

• Vacation, Holiday and Sick Leave
• Health, life and other insurance benefits
• Free Access to our Employee Recreation Program (hiking, photography, camping, wildlife watching, and more!)
• Discounts in and around Yellowstone
• Over 1,000 miles of hiking trails inside the park itself
• Fresh air, breathtaking views, and clear night skies
• World-class wildlife viewing of bison, elk, moose, wolves, bears, and more
• Approximately 500 geysers (the largest concentration in the world) and hot springs, including Grand Prismatic, the third largest in the world

• Plan, coordinate and oversee a wide variety of projects involving the construction or maintenance of facilities, buildings, and building systems. Oversee the construction process from conceptualization to completion
• Assist with determining the appropriate delivery method for each proposed project to include: Design/Bid/Build; Design Build; Cost Plus with a guaranteed maximum; CM/GC
• Coordinate the selection of the appropriate consultants through Request for Qualification (RFQ) and Request for Proposals (RFP) process
• Review all project construction documents and specifications for contractual consistency and obligations. Manages internal process for project submittal, bulletin, RFI, RFP and change orders
• Perform on-site inspections for quality or workmanship, quality of materials, conformity with plans & specifications, code compliance, on-site safety, project schedule verses progress, and general progress of the construction project
• Maintain observation reports/logs with photos
• Prepare contracts and negotiate revisions, Scope of Work, changes and additions to contractual agreement with consultants, contractors, suppliers and subcontractors
• Review & approve progress billings and when necessary, negotiate revisions
• Provide cost estimating, budget analysis and project schedule management
• Facilitate all project and task scoping requirements, owner meetings and all compliance requirements
• Coordinate the completion of Project and Task Statements and Project Close-out Reports and ensures reporting compliance with all Corporate directed Project and LSI project requirements
• Review construction documents and compiling submitted comments, for discussion with the National Park Service, and distributes to Architects and/or Engineering consultants
• Assist with ensuring all National Park Service-required NEPA and Section 106 compliance is planned, submitted for approval, and then programmed
• Ensure all project and task files, and related documentation, are maintained and up to date
• Act as the Owner representative and check for compliance of XPR Risk policies

• Have a minimum of 3 years of construction project management experience
• Possess strong technical writing skills and a talent for expressing complex concepts in easily understandable, concise language
• Have well developed organizational skills
• Have talent for “getting the details right” and derive personal satisfaction from doing so
• Be proficient in reading and interpreting construction documents
• Be proficient in supervising personnel in accordance with Xanterra policies and procedures
• Have a good working knowledge of construction and maintenance operations, equipment and facilities
• Have knowledge of OSHA (General Industry (1910) and Construction (1926)) safety and health standards in cooperation with Xanterra policies, procedures and programs
• Be proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, MS Project and CMMS computer programs
• Be able to efficiently communicate and coordinate working relationships with all Xanterra departments and National Park Service personnel through effective writing and speaking skills
• Be able to work in a fast-paced environment, on multiple projects at one time and be flexible to change
• LEED AP BD C preferred
• Be at least 21 years old and possess a current, valid, driver’s license
• Be able to read, understand, interpret and comply with all Xanterra’s company policies and procedures

Physical Requirements include:

• Be capable of lifting and moving objects weighing up to 50 pounds
• Possess physical stamina to withstand heavy labor-related to work in an outside environment
• Be able to walk long distances over uneven terrain and climb stairs and ladders in all types of weather conditions
• Be able to sit, stand, bend, kneel, and crawl for extended periods of time as required

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.