[watershedmanagers] HIRING: Coastal Resilience Project Manager please share

Thu Dec 11 13:43:17 EST 2025

Good afternoon,

I hope this message finds you well. I’m reaching out to share that Sunrise
Ecologic is hiring a *part-time Coastal Resilience Project Manager* to
support our expanding work with Maine municipalities on climate adaptation,
hazard mitigation, and ecological restoration.

This is a two-year, 15–20 hour/week position with *strong potential to grow
into full-time within the first year* as we build out our capacity to
support coastal resilience. The ideal candidate has experience with project
management, field assessments (culverts, tidal crossings, salt marsh),
permitting, municipal coordination, and nature-based climate solutions. The
hourly rate is *$32–$35/hour*, DOE, with mileage reimbursement and a
flexible, remote-friendly schedule.

If this role aligns with someone in your network, I would be deeply
grateful if you could pass along the job description or share it within
your professional circles, listservs, or social media networks.
*Job announcement attached.*

Thank you so much for helping us find the right person to grow this
important work. Please feel free to email any questions or send referrals
my way. Apologies for cross posting if you receive this more than once!

Warm regards,
*Shri*

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*Coastal Resilience Project Manager*

*Organization:* Sunrise Ecologic
*Type:* Part-time (15–20 hrs/week; 2-year project with strong potential to
grow into full-time within one year)
*Location:* Remote with fieldwork and meetings across coastal Maine.
Headquarters in Boothbay.
*Compensation:*$32-$35/hour, DOE, plus mileage reimbursement.
*Reports to:* Principal Consultant

*About Sunrise Ecologic*

Sunrise Ecologic partners with Maine municipalities and coastal communities
to plan and implement climate adaptation, hazard mitigation, and ecological
restoration projects. We integrate science, policy, technical expertise,
and community engagement to strengthen local resilience.

We are expanding our coastal resilience work and seeking a Project Manager
to support project delivery and help grow a new service area focused
on *culvert
and tidal crossing assessments, nature-based solutions, and salt marsh
restoration.*

*Position Summary *The Project Manager manages a portfolio of small and
medium-sized climate adaptation and coastal resilience projects, often
supporting several clients and workstreams in the same week. Core
responsibilities include coordinating timelines, deliverables, fieldwork,
permitting, technical documentation, and partnering with the Senior
Outreach Specialist on municipal engagement.

The role also supports development of a coastal resilience division focused
on tidal crossings, *Stream Smart* and *CoastWise *culvert replacement,
salt marsh restoration, and nature-based infrastructure.

Statewide fieldwork for culvert and tidal-crossing assessments is required.
Ideal candidates are proactive, organized, physically fit, and able to
manage technical and regulatory work with minimal supervision. The position
is structured to expand into full-time as new contracts are secured.

*Key Responsibilities*

*Project Management & Coordination*

   - Track timelines, deliverables, and grant/contract compliance.
   - Maintain organized project files and documentation.
   - Plan and facilitate meetings; prepare agendas and high-quality notes.
   - Support development of nature-based and living shoreline concepts
   (AutoCAD, QGIS).
   - Lead or support permitting (NRPA, NEPA, Section 7,
   municipal/state/federal).
   - Use PM tools (ActiveCollab, Toggl, Calendly, Doodle).
   - Lead or support grant writing and proposal development.

*Fieldwork & Technical Assessments*

   - Conduct *statewide culvert and tidal crossing assessments*, including
   measurements, GPS, hydrologic observations, and photo documentation.
   - Evaluate crossings for Stream Smart and MaineDOT CoastWise standards.
   - Collect coastal habitat, salt marsh, and tidal wetland data.

*Budgeting & Reporting*

   - Monitor expenses and alert team to financial or scope issues.
   - Assist with progress reports, deliverables, and invoicing.

*Communications & Outreach*

   - Serve as liaison among Sunrise Ecologic, municipal leadership,
   municipal committees, sub-contractors, regulatory agencies, and project
   partners.
   - Support the Senior Outreach Specialist to coordinate community
   engagement and public outreach.

*Business Development & Program Growth*

   - Identify project opportunities with municipalities and partners.
   - Contribute to scopes of work, budgets, and proposal packages.
   - Build relationships with towns and regional partners to expand Sunrise
   Ecologic’s service footprint.
   - Help develop workflows, templates, and guidance materials for
   additional coastal resilience staff.

*Team Support*

   - Coordinate closely with the Principal Consultant.
   - Assist with hiring, onboarding, or supervising interns/junior staff.
   - Support collaborative leadership practices across project areas.
   - Perform additional duties as assigned.

*Qualifications*

   - Bachelor’s in biology, environmental science, planning, geology,
   engineering, or related field with *5+ years project or program
   management* in environmental, municipal, or nonprofit settings. MS
   degree a plus!
   - Demonstrated experience with technical field data collection (GPS,
   culvert/stream surveys, hydrology, wetland assessments).
   - Demonstrated experience with *NRPA, NEPA, ACOE, and DEP permitting.*
   - Strong facilitation, note-taking, organization, and time-management
   skills.
   - Demonstrated experience developing scopes, timelines, budgets, and
   writing grants/reports.
   - Demonstrated experience with salt marsh or culvert replacement
   surveying.
   - Ability to work independently and manage complex projects.
   - Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Google Workspace,
   and Adobe Acrobat, ActiveCollab or other Gannt Chart software.
   - *Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, statewide travel
   required.*
   - Ability to lift 50 lbs and work safely outdoors.
   - Experience supervising, mentoring, and or training interns or junior
   staff.
   - PWS, CERP, Stream Smart, or CoastWise training. Will provide training
   & professional development for the right candidate.
   - Familiarity with coastal resilience, hazard mitigation, and ecological
   restoration.
   - Demonstrated experience identifying project opportunities and
   supporting proposal development.

*Compensation & Work Environment*

   - Flexible schedule; remote/hybrid work.
   - Regular travel across Maine for field assessments.
   - Significant opportunities for professional and role growth.
   - Position is intended to evolve into full-time with expansion of the
   coastal resilience division.

*How to Apply*

Submit a *single PDF* to *Shri at sunriseecologic.com*
<Shri at sunriseecologic.com> with the subject line:
*Coastal Resilience Project Manager Application_[Your Name]*

Include:

   1. Cover letter and résumé
   2. Sample of project management or communication work (e.g., meeting
   notes, outreach materials, permitting excerpt, or awarded grant section)
   3. Three references will be requested from candidates selected to
   advance to the interview stage.
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