Right of Way Project Manager (Field Based) at Environmental Resources Management (ERM)

ERM is seeking an experienced and motivated Right of Way Project Manager based in Denver, Colorado to manage and support land and right-of-way projects such as pipeline and electric transmission lines. The ideal candidate will be responsible for project management and technical oversight for Land and Right-of-Way projects. This would include overseeing the day-to-day project management, coordination with clients, negotiation and securing of legal land agreements (rights-of-way, leases, grants, fee purchases, etc.) necessary for the construction, operation and maintenance of facilities on behalf of our clients. This is a Full Time (40 hours a week) limited term role with a duration of 12 month, extendable.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Manage and oversee the negotiation and securing of legal land agreements (rights-of-way, leases, grants, fee purchases, etc.) on behalf of our clients from affected landowners, whether they are private owners, corporations or government agencies, to permit the construction of facilities, transfer of assets, etc.
• Manage, advise, liaise and make recommendations to clients’ project teams on strategic and complex land and right-of-way issues.
• Work on multiple projects to manage ERM's execution of scope/budget/schedule to meet client's expectations and ensure high quality standards on project deliverables.
• Assist with performing, overseeing or reviewing deed and title research and investigations.
• Act as liaison between affected property owners and our clients.
• Assist in performing, overseeing or reviewing land valuation studies or their equivalent, but excluding appraisals.
• Support with preparing and submitting applications for various permits, licenses and bonds (road/railroad crossings, driveway permits, building permits, heavy hauling permits, etc.).
• Aid with investigating damage claims, damage assessments and settlement negotiations.
• Assist in supervising staff and third party land agents or other subcontractors.
• Communicate with subcontractors, permitting agencies, and clients related to project activities.
• Support resource loading, work flow management and budget management.
• Manage project land budgets and prepare regular reports on financial progress.
• Mentor junior level consulting staff to develop their skill sets.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor’s degree in related field, with 4+ years of related work experience, preferred.
• IRWA registered preferred
• Ability to identify risks and solutions to resolve conflicts.
• Bargaining and negotiation experience.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively, speak persuasively and develop rapport internally and externally.
• Experience preparing reports, letters, memos, standard forms and agreements.
• Deadline oriented and adaptable to diverse environments (i.e. construction work areas, inclement weather, etc.).
• Understanding of varying state and local laws concerning ownership, laws of descent, storage rights, property rights and eminent domain.
• Working knowledge of pipeline, electric transmission line or other facility construction practices, in addition to types of local land use controls, health and safety requirements, and wetland, cultural and other environmental regulations.
• Ability to prioritize and meet deadlines in a demanding work environment.