ROW Program Manager

ROW Program Manager - ( 2400034D )

Description

We create great places and the connections that get people and goods moving-whether by car, bus, train, plane, or their own two feet.

Working within the context of the communities we serve, we provide planning, engineering, and infrastructure management services that fit the needs of our clients and improve the overall transportation experience.

Join our team and help us keep communities connected.

Your Opportunity

Right of Way Project Manager that possesses an excellent working knowledge of all right of way disciplines including title, permitting, valuation, acquisition, closing and documentation.

Position available in the Roanoke, VA office.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Serve as a technical lead for the project team responsible for performing Right of Way functions including title, valuation, negotiations and closings.
• Assists in identifying, developing and pursuing new work opportunities and building client relationships.
• Ability to manage multiple projects. Developing proposals and managing the approved scope, budget and schedule.
• Day-to-day project oversight and communication with the client and project team.
• Develop, track, update, forecast and modify the project schedule and budget throughout all phases of the projects.
• Prepare project status reports.
• Review and approve invoices and change orders associated with projects.
• Reports to Principal, Right of Way Sub Sector Lead.
• Responsible for the overall project performance and implementation of our project management frameworks.
• Primary point of contact and representative to internal partners and clients.
• Performs other right of way duties of a similar nature and level as assigned.
• Exceptional organizational, planning, prioritization skills and attention to detail.
• Analytical, problem-solver, and detail-oriented.
• Must be comfortable using a variety of different technologies.
• Excellent customer service skills.

Qualifications

Your Capabilities and Credentials

• Thorough understanding of right of way laws.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, and team oriented.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Excellent problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to solve problems using sound professional judgement, creativity and innovation.
• Ability to multi-task on various tasks and projects.
• Takes initiative on tasks and in coordinating with other members of the team.
• Ability to participate and collaborate in project team setting, engage in creative and critical thought and effectively communicate concepts and ideas to others.
• Ability to read and interpret complex engineering drawings.
• Ability to read and interpret land survey documents and right of way maps and drawings.
• Familiarity with the provisions of the VDOT Right of Way Manual as it applies to the acquisition of property.
• Familiarity with project management cycle.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite.
• Ability to read and understand real estate terminology.
• 50% of your time is spent traveling.
• English language proficient.
• Possess a valid driver's license and good driving record.
• Bilingual (Spanish) a plus.

Education and Experience

• Technical degree / diploma / certificate or equivalent in related field; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Minimum 10 years of experience within ROW discipline

Position will primarily work in an office setting; may require some field work. Employee may drive on company business to deliver plans or documents to reviewing agencies or clients or to attend meetings.

Occasionally visits construction sites or works in outside weather conditions.

This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice.

Stantec is a place where the best and brightest come to build on each other's talents, do exciting work, and make an impact on the world around us.

Join us and redefine your personal best.

Benefits Summary : Regular full-time and part-time employees have access to medical, dental, and vision plans, a wellness program, health saving accounts, flexible spending accounts, 401(k) plan, employee stock purchase program, life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, short-term / long-term disability plans, emergency travel benefits, tuition reimbursement, professional membership fee coverage and paid family leave.

Regular full-time and part-time employees will receive ten paid holidays in each calendar year. In addition, employees will be eligible to accrue vacation between 10 and 20 days per year and eligible for paid sick leave (and if more generous, in accordance with state and local law).

Temporary / casual employees have access to 401(k) plans, employee stock purchase program, and paid leave, in accordance with state and local law.

The benefits information listed above may not apply to union positions because benefits for such positions are governed by applicable collective bargaining agreements.

Primary Location : United States-Virginia-Roanoke

Organization : BC-2026 Transpt-US Southeast Infrastructure

Employee Status : Regular

Job Level : Individual Contributor

Travel : No

Schedule : Full-time

Job Posting : Aug 15, 2024, 1 : 15 : 54 PM

Req ID : 2400034D

Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibit discrimination on the grounds of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression.

We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, referral, promotion, compensation, fringe benefits, job training, terminations or any other condition of employment.

Stantec is in compliance with local, state and federal laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment.

EEO including Disability / Protected Veterans