Right of Way Project Manager - New Jersey

Overview

Location: New Jersey – Remote (must reside in New Jersey)
Schedule: Full-time, Exempt
Travel: 25% (includes travel in New Jersey and Delaware)
Compensation Range: $110,000 - $130,000
Sign-On Bonus: Available

Job Description

Imagine leading projects that shape how millions of people move every day. As a Public Sector Project Manager , you’ll be at the forefront of some of the most transformative infrastructure projects in the nation — projects that connect communities, preserve history, and improve the daily lives of commuters.

You’ll provide right-of-way support for:

• The Hudson Tunnel Project (Gateway Development Corporation) – adding a new tunnel beneath the Hudson River, serving Amtrak’s Northeast Corridor and New Jersey Transit commuters traveling to Penn Station.
• Newark Penn Station Modernization – revitalizing a major transit hub with modern upgrades while honoring and preserving its historic architecture.

Right of Way is where infrastructure meets innovation—shaping roads, utilities, and communities for the future. At ORC, we offer more than a job—we offer purpose, stability, and growth. You’ll join a team that values collaboration, workplace flexibility, and long-term opportunity.

What We Offer

• Health, dental, and vision benefits
• Annual bonus opportunities
• 401(k) with company match and disability coverage
• Paid time off, sick time, and holidays
• Tuition reimbursement & professional training
• Recognition programs and growth opportunities
• Free Calm Membership for you and up to 5 others

What You’ll Do & Why You'll Love It Here

• Lead with impact : Drive complex projects from start to finish, ensuring timely, seamless delivery that meets client expectations.
• Be the client’s partner : Collaborate directly with clients to define project scope, establish goals, and keep progress on track.
• Own financial success : Oversee budgets, reporting, and invoicing while ensuring projects remain on time and fiscally sound.
• Shape the future : Work with senior leadership to pursue new public sector opportunities and influence regional growth strategies.
• Build strong teams : Recruit, mentor, and supervise a high-performing team while supporting professional development.
• Expand your influence : Partner with executives to implement strategic initiatives and strengthen community engagement.
• Meaningful work : Play a central role in projects that strengthen regional transit and improve daily commutes for millions.

We’re Looking for Someone Who

• Relationship Builder: Builds and maintains strong relationships with staff, clients, vendors, agencies, and stakeholders to support project success and long-term partnerships. Anticipates and balances client needs.
• Leader: Successfully manages and grows projects by identifying needs, delegating tasks, providing quality feedback and coaching.
• Resourceful: Find high-quality solutions quickly and efficiently. Adapt to change and new systems to complete work effectively.
• Strategic: Anticipates trends, analyzes the big picture, and develops a clear vision and actionable plans.
• Methodical: Approach tasks with a systematic and orderly process to ensure nothing is overlooked.
• Exceptional communicator: Identifies and customizes communication based on the audience.
• Is able to operate in a high-growth, fast-paced environment.
• Experience: Minimum of ten (10) years of Right of Way acquisition experience; Must include three (3) years of project management experience.
• Experience using the Uniform Relocation Act
• Understanding of project financials
• Experience creating/maintaining project schedules
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel) and electronic databases
• Must own an iOS or Android smartphone to access ORC systems

Ready to Apply?

Make your mark on projects that matter. Apply now to join a supportive team that invests in your future.

Our job titles may span more than one career level. Compensation for this position is dependent upon many factors, such as training, transferable skills, work experience, business needs and market demands. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future. This role may also be eligible for bonus, benefits, and employee travel reimbursements.

ORC is one of America’s most respected right-of-way acquisition firms. Our services include providing outsourced right-of-way services to public agencies, as well as electric transmission, oil and gas pipelines, fiber optic, and sewer and water infrastructure. We are excited to be part of the renewable energy forefront for wind and solar projects.

Employees must avoid any relationship or activity that might impair, or even appear to impair, their ability to make objective and fair decisions when performing their jobs. To avoid conflicts of interest, employees are prohibited from performing any services for clients or perceived clients during nonworking time that are normally performed by ORC, including the sale of real estate.

Legal and Compliance

Physical Requirements: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to clearly communicate and exchange information in person, via phone and email. The role involves substantial repetitive movements of the wrists, hands and/or fingers due to high computer usage. The employee will spend significant time in front of a computer screen and must be able to present to large groups, make quick decisions, supervise staff and have difficult conversations. Travel to meet with clients or vendors or industry events may be required, including long durations, and may involve outdoor exposure to elements.

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Employee and Applicant Rights and Responsibilities

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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. These protections extend to all management policies, practices and decisions, including recruitment and hiring, appraisal systems, promotions, training and career development programs.

EOO Policy Statement

In order to be considered for employment, it is ORC's policy for all candidates to complete an online application for a specific job opening. ORC will not accept paper applications or resumes that are received in any other electronic format, unless an accommodation is requested.

ORC is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. If you need accommodation for any part of the employment process because of a medical condition or disability, please contact Human Resources to let us know the nature of your request.