Certificate of Convenience and Necessity (CCN) Project Manager Sr.

About Us Oncor Electric Delivery Company LLC, headquartered in Dallas, is a regulated electricity transmission and distribution business that uses superior asset management skills to provide reliable electricity delivery to consumers. Oncor (together with its subsidiaries) operates the largest transmission and distribution system in Texas, delivering power to nearly 4 million homes and businesses and operating more than 144,000 miles of transmission and distribution lines in Texas. Salary Range $112,951 - $150,601 Relocation Offered Yes Position Summary This position will be responsible for the coordination, implementation, execution, control, and completion of specific projects in relation to the Certificate of Convenience and Necessity (CCN) application process, transmission line right of way and/or fee acquisition for station properties ensuring consistency with company strategy, commitments and goals. Responsibilities include the negotiation and mediation processes for acquiring Right of Way (ROW); and managing a portfolio of ROW activities related to transmission capital projects; this includes working closely with Transmission Engineering, Transmission Services, Regulatory, Oncor Legal, among other organizations within Oncor, as well as external consultants collaborating on capital projects. This position is also responsible for initiating and managing associated Right of Way (ROW) projects, engaging appropriate support personnel, establishing and assembling support documentation and reporting, negotiating with landowners, and supporting key stakeholders throughout various processes requiring ROW expertise. Also assisting in improvements to key applications and processes within the Real Estate and ROW organization. Key Roles & Responsibilities Promote safety awareness and create a culture committed to safe work practices. Ensure that project stakeholders (e.g., Transmission Engineering, Transmission Project Management Office (PMO), Transmission Planning, Distribution Planning, System Protection, Transmission Construction Management, Regulatory, Transmission Operations, and Customers) are aware of projects and provide input into project schedules and estimates. Perform site visits as required to visually assess site feasibility. Document and monitor action items to ensure stakeholders are aware of assignments and items are being completed timely. Monitor and escalate project risks in a timely manner such that corrections can be made to minimize project impact. Monitor and ensure project deliverables and deadlines are met. Monitor and ensure projects are on budget. Coordinate budget updates with Transmission Program Management Office (TPMO). Performs all essential aspects and functions of the job as well as any other specific job requirements. Provides consultation and expertise on ROW matters that impact Transmission. Supports ROW acquisition activities including but not limited to mediation, settlement negotiations, and trial support throughout condemnation and appeals processes. Provides overall project management for assigned projects including contractor oversight and direction, budget and schedule adherence, communication and consultation with key stakeholders on emergent issues, and supporting Legal and Regulatory throughout. Oversees ROW acquisition including but not limited to landowner negotiations as needed, addressing associated schedule and budget. Review and validate Master Settlement statement from closing title company. Coordinate closing procedures for acquisition of properties. Assist Company counsel and leads or assists in mediation to resolve issues with landowners and condemnations to settle disputes. Directs the activities of outside consultants and Oncor personnel to complete transmission line routing studies, environmental assessments, and siting of transmission lines compliant with Oncor practice. Supports the CCN application process, per Public Utility Commission of Texas (PUCT) rules, in conjunction with Oncor regulatory team and other Certificate of Convenience and Necessity (CCN) Project Managers if assigned. Organizes and manages the timing of various routing studies as priorities change in order to ensure the timely filing of CCN applications. Supports efforts to draft and assemble CCN applications for filing. Attends and observes or participates in witness preparation and/or live testimony preparation with other CCN Project Managers. Assists in the preparation of written testimony, responses to discovery and other Requests for Information. Represents the company to various external entities as needed in association with project assignments. Assists as needed in coordinating, prioritizing, and communicating schedule and scoping changes related to ROW on future transmission projects. Facilitates and manages Special Project assignments on an as-needed basis. Skills Able to learn, apply, and communicate technical topics related to the design, operation, and construction of Transmission facilities. Preferred reading and comprehension of appraisals, surveys, title commitments, deeds and easements. Familiarity with the Texas Property Code. Communicate and assist in training on topics related to the design, operation, and construction of Transmission facilities as it relates to CCN applications. Strong project management skills with experience managing large projects/programs. Strong verbal and written communications, with the ability to build working relationships with cross-functional teams and lead conversations with internal and external stakeholders. Preferred experience in reading and comprehending legal documents as well as the ability to review and redline legal documents. Strong organizational skills and ability to implement and improve project management lifecycle processes. Ability to adapt as well as analyze risk in changing conditions while appropriately prioritizing work assignments and consistently meeting deadlines. Understands purposes for adherence to financial and schedule constraints. Proficiency with Microsoft Office and various company computer applications. Education & Experience Bachelor’s degree, with engineering, construction, project management or business related field and familiarity with ROW, transmission, and regulatory processes required. Minimum of 6 years in transmission/distribution engineering, construction, project management, operations, or regulatory role with proven ability in negotiating, mediating and working with external stakeholders in reaching a positive outcome is required. 2 years in a ROW function or ROW project management role with additional experience is required or 3 years in a project manager related role can be accepted in lieu of that experience. Applicants with Professional Engineering certification or Project Management Professional or other advanced secondary degree are encouraged to apply. Applicants with Project Management Professional (PMP), International Right of Way Association (IRWA) certification (Right of Way Agent (RWA), Texas Real Estate Commission Sales License, or an Easement or RWA License encouraged to apply. Measures Of Success Ensure internal systems project information technology are complete and up to date for all assigned projects. Requires minimal supervision while ensuring goals and deadlines are met for multiple projects. Ensures successful and timely completion of multiple project assignments while tracking budget adherence. Strong project management skills with experience managing large projects/programs. Proactive identification, communication and mitigation of issues, potential concerns with key stakeholders and project risk. Provides expertise and interpretation to engineering and operations personnel on PUCT, and other governmental regulations that impact CCN projects. Attends, observes, and supports witness preparation activities. Demonstrated success drafting and assembling CCN applications for filing if assigned. Full comprehension of risk assessment and proactive identification, communication and resolution of issues and potential concerns with key stakeholders and affected landowners. Benefits At Oncor, we offer a comprehensive set of benefits, compensation and performance management programs designed specifically to attract, retain, motivate and reward our high-performing workforce. Our supportive and inclusive culture allows every team member the opportunity to thrive and make a difference. We invest in our employee’s success and well-being by offering such things as: Annual incentive program Competitive health and welfare benefits (medical, dental, vision, life insurance) Ability to earn wellness incentives (up to $2,300 in 2026 as an Employee only) and other wellbeing resources. 401k with dollar-for-dollar company match up to 6% 401k match for student debt program Cash balance pension plan Adoption Assistance Mental health resources Employee resource groups Tuition reimbursement Competitive vacation, 10 company holidays and 2 personal holidays Paid parental leave Salary continuation for up to 6 months for approved employee illness or injury Other perks such as commuter benefits, electric vehicle incentive program, appliance purchase plan Participation in benefit programs for employees in collective bargaining units is subject to the applicable collective bargaining agreement. #J-18808-Ljbffr Oncor Electric Delivery