Right of Way Project Manager

Right Of Way Project ManagerAt HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. We believe electricity powers modern life. As part of our Power sector, you'll help shape how electricity is generated, transmitted and delivered as global energy demands grow. From massive data centers to modernizing transmission systems, our industry-recognized engineers and scientists have been at the forefront of grid transformation for more than a century. You'll work side-by-side with these experts and contribute to reliable, resilient and sustainable power systems, helping communities thrive and industries expand. This isn't just a job, it's a chance to drive infrastructure forward, power innovation and leave your mark on our energy future. Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world.A Right of Way Project Manager is a professional that is well versed in all aspects of right-of-way services for power, transportation, water, and oil and gas projects and helps recruit, develop, and manage a group of right-of-way professionals. The primary duties include: responsible for area coordination and working with team to identify market drivers, develop goals and lead team toward growth; participate in delivery of project services to meet client expectations; monitor and improve technical competencies of staff and products to meet client needs; collaborate with area operations leadership, marketing and project management; participate in Right of Way business class practice and professional discipline groups, project teams and activities to continually improve standards and best practices; implement effective quality assurance and quality control reviews; participate in regional business class strategic planning, budgeting and plan implementation; track and balance staff workloads and utilizations; work with leads to establish internal and external training programs and training schedules; assist with business development efforts and provide support on proposal preparation; plan for project needs and recruit/hire staff accordingly, and drive Right of Way business class to meet project goals for growth, client satisfaction, and service diversification.In the role of Right of Way Project Manager, we'll count on you to: Provide area leadership of technical capabilities within the right-of-way business class Build and retain strong relationships with team, project managers, and client development managers throughout Massachusetts Monitor team performance within business class to achieve defined goals and support operational managers in monitoring project performance and implementation of corrective actions Provide strategic and tactical input on business trends to business class and local office planning Facilitate business class teamwork, communication, and work-sharing between area offices, business classes, management, marketing, and staff Serve as a client manager, project principal, and project manager Maintain appropriate QA/QC procedures and best practices Actively participate in projects or manage projects to meet assigned utilization rate Prioritize activities across the Mid Atlantic to best implement market sector and business group objectives Assist with managing staff workloads and make recommendations for adjustments as needed Champion opportunities to grow the right of way practice Support area pursuits and actively participate in proposal development Identify project right-of-way needs and help recruit professionals to join the HDR team Function as Project Manager and take responsibility for production on projects in addition to management responsibilities Assist in marketing planning, proposals, and interviews Assist with industrial and public clients in marketing, project production and related issues See that all work is planned, organized, controlled, and evaluated through proactive project management system Implement, monitor, and support company policy Help leadership to select, train, develop and manage technical personnel Manage and develop multidiscipline teams Work cooperatively with other project managers, region and National Directors and marketing staff in local and national marketing and production efforts Perform other duties as neededPreferred Qualifications: 10 years of project management experience preferred PMP Certification A broad-based range of right-of-way experience across diverse markets with an understanding of Uniform and Non-Uniform Act right-of-way procedures Proven ability to manage right-of-way projects effectively Prior experience managing budgets and preparing reports on project financials Proven ability of contract development and implementation of capital improvements Possess knowledge of area clients and business environments related to right-of-way services Strong project management skills Strong attention to detailRequired Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in related field or an equivalent combination of education and related professional experience 7 years related experience A minimum of 2 years project management experience Must have the ability to interact with various design teams, have excellent organizational, project management and communication (both written and verbal) skills An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a mustOur Commitment: As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day. Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees. We provide a comprehensive benefits package that promotes employee ownership, employee health, performance, and success, which includes medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, life insurance, an employee assistance program, paid time away, parental leave, paid holidays, a retirement savings plan with employer match, employee referral bonus and tuition reimbursement.The expected compensation range for this position depends upon skills, experience, education and geographical location. Glen Allen, VA: $114,730 - $163,900.