Right of Way Project Manager (Chesterfield, MO | Columbus, OH | Akron, OH)

Description Burns & McDonnell is seeking a full-time Project Manager for Right of Way projects in the Midwest, including Missouri, Illinois, Indiana, Ohio, and Kentucky. This individual will provide program oversight for land acquisition, negotiations, and title research in support of utility and public sector infrastructure projects, as well as responsibility over project financials and client interaction. The Project Manager will assist in establishing strong relationships with current clients and identifying potential opportunities. This position will serve as the Right of Way lead for multiple major utility infrastructure improvement projects. The candidate must have the ability to think strategically, keep informed about project activities by participation in project meetings, manage and work well in a team environment, have excellent task management skills, a proven ability to communicate professionally, have a flexible schedule, and be willing to work evenings and/or weekends, as needed. The successful candidate will be a talented seller-doer and be able to initiate and assist with client development and maintenance, and will assume a lead role in sales presentations, proposal preparation, and project execution. They should also have strong comprehension of title research. This position will report directly to the Right of Way Department Manager. Knowledge and experience working in the Midwest Region is a plus. Experience with gas utilities and renewables projects is a plus, while experience with electric transmission projects is preferred. Duties Manage client expectations related to the deliverable. Provide project oversight and coordination with contingent workforce. Maintain existing clients by managing expectations and client relationship. Expand current business by working with Department Manager to solicit new business and new business lines. Ability to read and understand title and appraisal reports and land surveys. Coordinate team efforts including database management, meetings and reports. Provide direction and management to land acquisition subcontractors. Participate in public involvement meetings. Manage all communications related to internal team, subcontractors and client. Initiate or assist in contract negotiations or preparation. Manage direction of project planning, budgeting, scheduling and establishing critical project objectives. Direct coordination with client’s Right-of-Way department and internal staff. Ensure compliance with company and site safety policies. Travel to project sites, client meetings, and client events necessary. All other duties as assigned. Qualifications Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Real Estate, Communications or related field from an accredited university. Applicable experience can be substituted for degree requirement. Minimum 7 years related professional experience; at least 3 years managing Right of Way projects is highly preferred. Right of way experience with electric transmission projects is preferred. Position will require officing in St. Louis, MO; Columbus, OH; or Akron, OH. Real Estate License, or ability to acquire license. Must identify and implement department process improvements as necessary, provide technical assistance, resolve issues. Will oversee and provide support of a staff of at least 5 which includes performance management workload management and other personnel related matters International Right of Way Association (IRWA) membership preferred Prior Right of Way acquisition on projects with and without eminent domain authority experience required, preferably in a consulting firm. Strong background in title, including mineral estates and title curative will take high priority. Must have smartphone capable of accessing Burns & McDonnell systems, including Microsoft Outlook and Teams. Ability to interpret title and appraisal reports and land surveys required. Knowledge of general real estate law. Excellent oral and written communication skills. Ability to establish effective working relationships with contractors, co-workers and other professionals. Excellent computer skills and Microsoft Office Suite (i.e., Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint), and experience managing complex data in databases. Valid driver's license required. In addition, must meet standards to qualify for and maintain the Company's vehicle driving privileges as outlined in the Company's Motor Vehicle Safety Policy. Benefits Our extensive benefits package takes care of you so that you can focus on doing great work. From insurance and disability to time off and wellness programs, we provide the tools to meet your needs. As part of being 100% employee-owned, eligible employees participate in our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) in addition to our 401(k) retirement program. For more information, please visit the Benefits & Wellness page. This job posting will remain open a minimum of 72 hours and on an ongoing basis until filled. EEO/Disabled/Veterans Job Project Management Primary Location US-MO-Saint Louis Other Locations US-OH-Akron, US-OH-Columbus Schedule Full-time Travel Yes, 25 % of the Time Req ID 261447 Job Hire Type Experienced #LI-GS #ENS #J-18808-Ljbffr Burns & McDonnell