Right of Way Project Manager

SUM M A R Y:

The Right of Way Project Manager is responsible for the management of complex right of way projects including, but not limited to, acquisition of real property, relocation of potential landowners, and the installation of utilities. This position is responsible for the successful planning, execution and closeout of projects which is accomplished through the management of all aspects of projects including scoping, scheduling, cost analysis, and quality control. The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining a successful client relationship, as well as keeping company management informed of project status and issues. This position requires the use of independent judgment and the application of knowledge gained through education. This includes professional training and essential real estate experience in property appraisal and the acquisition of property of easement. The Right of Way Project Manager must obtain and maintain a Notary Public seal for the States in which services are rendered.

ESSENTI A L DUTIE S A ND RESPONSIBILITIE S :

 Management of the client and project stakeholders, ensuring effective business relationships are in place and trusted by the all aspects of contract negotiation, change order identification, submittal and approval, administration, establishing the system to carry out the contract including management of subcontractors.	55%
 All aspects of project lifecycle, including development of thorough estimates and proposals, effective leadership of all project meetings, client alignment, status meetings, progress review, EH&S & Quality programs related to the project.	15%
 Be a key partner and problem solver for the design and engineering groups and the broader operations group(s) in general.	5%
 May be involved with assigning and monitoring work as well as providing training and assistance with completing the acquisition process for more complex easements.	5%
 Thorough knowledge of public land records and other land use resources to guide ownership and title research from public and company data sets.	5%
 Collaborates with Land Surveyors, Research Specialists, and Data Specialists to distribute work responsibilities related to projects to most effectively deliver results.	10%
 Assists in preparing reports for weekly construction project status meetings and reports on the status of right of way acquisition.	3%
 Assist others with more complex transactions, as needed.	2%

CO M PLEXITY OF WORK :

Non-routine; general polices applied to frequently changing situations.

RE L A T IONSHI P OUTSID E WOR K GROU P :

Influences decisions of major nature. High degree of tact and diplomacy to obtain favorable decisions or maintain good will.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIE S :

Will have direct reports and provide guidance and training where needed.

QU A LIFIC A TIONS : To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

1. REGU L A R A T TEND A NC E is required.

2. EDU C A T ION and/or EXPERIENCE

EDUCATION:

Required High school degree or GED.

Preferred A Bachelor’s degree from a four-year college or University in Business Administration or related field of study.

EXPERIENCE:

5-7 Year(s) Experience in project management, real estate related field.

CERTIFIC A T I ONS , LICENSES , REGISTR A TIONS:

Public Notary is required.

O N - TH E -JO B TR A INING :

Employees new to the position will be required to gain full working knowledge of the systems and processes used in the full performance of the job which may include attending seminars, on the job with other incumbents to the role or corporate workshops.

L A NGU A G E SKILL S :

A. Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or government regulations.

B. Ability to write reports, Business correspondence, and procedure manuals.

C. Ability to effectively present information in one-on one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization.

M A THE M A T IC A L SKILL S :

1. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios and proportions to practical situations. Ability to compute rate, ratio and percent and to draw and interpret spread sheets.

2. Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume.

3. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.

RE A SONIN G A BILITY:

A. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

B. Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.

OTHE R SKILLS A N D A B ILITIES:

The following skills are required for this job:

• Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Access, Adobe Acrobat

• Ability to deal and work well with a variety of individuals from various socio-economic, cultural and ethnic backgrounds

• Must have prior project management experience, preferably in Right of Way.

• Prior experience with creating/maintaining project schedules, timelines and overseeing project financials.

• Ability to represent the project and the company in public forums

• Strong team building skills

• Negotiating skills

• Strong verbal and written communication skills, including interpersonal, facilitation, and presentation capabilities

• Excellent interpersonal skills

• High commitment to achieving goals and plans

• Professional appearance maintained at all times

PHYSI C A L DE M ANDS : The physical demands described here are representatives of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

1. How much on the job time is spent in the following physical activities?

• Stand Up to 1/3 (Occasionally)

• Walk Up to 1/3 (Occasionally)

• Sit 1/3 to 2/3 (Frequently)

• Talk or Hear 1/3 to 2/3 (Frequently)

• Use Hands to Feel, Handle or finger tools or controls 1/3 to 2/3 (Frequently)

• Climb or balance None

• Stoop, Kneel, Crouch or crawl Up to 1/3 (Occasionally)

• Reach with Hands and Arms Up to 1/3 (Occasionally)

• Taste or Smell None

1. Does this job require that weight be lifted or force to be exerted? If so, how much and how often?

• Up to 10 Pounds Up to 1/3

• Up to 25 Pounds Up to 1/3

• Up to 50 Pounds Choose an item.

• Up to 100 Pounds Choose an item.

• More than 100 Pounds Choose an item.

1. Does this job have any special vision requirements?

   ☒Close Vision (clear vision at 20 inches or less)

☐Distance Vision (clear vision at 20 feet or more)

☒Color Vision (ability to identify and distinguish colors)

☐Peripheral visions (ability to observe an area that can be seen up and down or to the left and right while eyes are fixed on a given point)

☐Depth Perception (three-dimensional vision, ability to judge distances and spatial relationships_

☒Ability to Adjust Focus (ability to adjust the eyes to bring an object into sharp focus)

☐No Special Vision Requirements

WOR K ENVIRONMEN T : The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Wet, humid conditions (non- weather) None

• Work near moving mechanical parts Up to 1/3 (Occasionally)

• Work in high, precarious places None

• Fumes or airborne particles None

• Toxic or caustic chemicals None

• Outdoor weather conditions Up to 1/3 (Occasionally)

• Extreme cold (non-weather) None

• Extreme Heat (non-weather) None

• Risk of electrical shock None

• Work with explosives None

• Risk of radiation None

• Vibration None

While performing this job, the noise level in the work environment is:

Moderate Noise (Examples: business office with typewriters, and or computer printer, light traffic)

NOTE: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as required to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

Pike Engineering is an equal opportunity employer

EOE/Minorities/Females/Vet/Disabled

Pike Engineering is a Non-Union Company

About Us

Founded in 1945, Pike is a leading provider of construction, repair and engineering services for electric and gas utilities, as well as telecommunications companies with a growing portfolio of turnkey renewable projects. We work with hundreds of utility clients across the country, and we continuously expand our offerings to supply our customers with the ideas, technology, experience, manpower and equipment to perform any job.

“Essential” is the one word that sums up who we are, the work we do and what our people mean to us. Each of our employees plays a critical role in ensuring that infrastructure systems are up and running when people and businesses need them.

Pike is a family-oriented workplace with a strong culture of safety, collaboration, innovation and exceptional customer service.

Engineering

Pike Engineering employees play critical roles in ensuring that essential services like electric power, gas, telephone and wireless communications are up and running when people and businesses need them. We offer engineering opportunities in transmission and distribution, substations, smart meter technologies, renewable energy, telecommunications, storm damage assessment and more.