Right Of Way Project Manager

Job Title: Right of Way Project Manager

Job Description

The Right of Way Project Manager plays a pivotal role in field operations, focusing on managing internal and external relationships, human resources, project budgets, and overseeing a diverse portfolio of projects nationwide. This position requires strong leadership and management skills, consistent with core values, and involves effective interaction with various stakeholders and team members.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the development and documentation of business requirements, objectives, and deliverables.
• Create project plans and provide estimates for each project iteration.
• Manage a portfolio of projects and clients, ensuring consistent standards and practices.
• Prepare feasibility studies and proposals.
• Develop, train, and mentor project teams throughout all project phases.
• Create and execute effective project strategies that align with company and client values.
• Develop mitigation plans for unique project environments.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Provide expert witness testimony when required.
• Assist the Land Director with creating and managing departmental budgets.
• Participate in regular project control meetings and report on profitability.
• Oversee all land aspects of projects, including regulatory planning, survey coordination, and project closeout.
• Serve on industry committees, regulatory forums, and workshops.
• Foster collaborative relationships and support quality management activities.
• Attend sales meetings as a technical expert.
• Utilize technology to efficiently manage projects.
• Perform complex negotiations and other assigned responsibilities.
• Manage direct reports, including administration, onboarding, and timesheet approvals.

Essential Skills

• 7-10 years of related experience with a minimum of 3-5 years in management.
• Bachelor's degree in real estate, Business, Management, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• Experience in writing and responding to proposal requests, including project and land acquisition budgets.
• Experience in linear project management such as pipeline or electric transmission line projects.
• Strong leadership, team building, and time management skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and Land Management database applications.
• Experience in developing and mentoring teams with a focus on succession planning.
• Results-driven with expertise in continuous improvement methods.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to convey complex information effectively and influence results.
• Experience in working within a matrix organization.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in the Energy Sector, Oil & Gas, Power, Utility, Wind, and Solar.
• PMP certification or current enrollment in certification classes.
• Current or recent experience as a Right of Way Land Manager in Land Project Management.
• Ability to identify and grow client relationships into a significant book of business.

Work Environment

The position requires reporting to the office within the Alliant building. The role may involve travel up to 75%, with project-specific assignments possibly requiring more travel. Flexible working hours, including evenings and weekends, may be necessary. Per diem is offered 7 days a week.

This is a Permanent position based out of Cedar Rapids, IA.

The pay range for this position is $105000.00 - $120000.00/yr.

Health, Dental, Vision, 401k.

This is a fully onsite position in Cedar Rapids,IA.

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 10, 2026.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I is embedded into our culture through:

• Hiring diverse talent
• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

Actalent is an equal opportunity employer.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services. For more than 40 years, we’ve helped visionary companies advance their goals. Headquartered in the United States, our teams span 150 offices across North America, EMEA, and APAC—with four delivery centers in India led by 1,000 extraordinary employees who connect their passion with purpose every day.

Our Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai delivery centers are hubs of engineering expertise, with core capabilities in mechanical and electrical engineering, systems and software, and manufacturing engineering. Our teams deliver work across multiple industries including transportation, consumer and industrial products, and life sciences. We serve more than 4,500 clients, including many Fortune 500 brands. Learn more about how we can work together at actalentservices.com.

Salary : $105,000 - $120,000