Right of Way Project Manager

SUMMARY:

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.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

COMPLEXITY OF WORK:

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

RELATIONSHIP OUTSIDE WORK GROUP:

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

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

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

QUALIFICATIONS: 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. REGULAR ATTENDANCE is required.

2. EDUCATION 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.

CERTIFICATIONS, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:

Public Notary is required.

ON-THE-JOB TRAINING:

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.

LANGUAGE SKILLS:

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.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS:

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.

REASONING ABILITY:

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.

OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

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

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: 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

WORK ENVIRONMENT: 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)

Pike Engineering is an equal opportunity employer

EOE/Minorities/Females/Vet/Disabled

Pike Engineering is a Non-Union Company