Burns & McDonnell
Right of Way Project Manager - Environmental Services (Multiple Locations)
Burns & McDonnell, Omaha, Nebraska, us, 68197
Right of Way Project Manager - Environmental Services (Multiple Locations)
BURNS & MCCDONNEL is seeking a full‑time Project Manager for Right of Way projects in the Kansas City or Omaha area and surrounding region. This individual will provide program oversight for land acquisition, negotiations, and title research in support of utility and public sector infrastructure projects, and will oversee project financials and client interaction.
The Project Manager will assist in establishing strong relationships with current clients and identifying potential opportunities. The position will serve as the Right of Way lead for multiple major utility infrastructure improvement projects.
Key responsibilities include:
Manage client expectations related to deliverables.
Provide project oversight and coordination with contingent workforce.
Maintain existing clients by managing expectations and client relationships.
Expand current business by working with Environmental Management to solicit new business and new business lines.
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 with internal team, subcontractors and client.
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 as necessary.
All other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Real Estate, Communications or related field from an accredited university (or applicable experience may be substituted).
Minimum 7 years related professional experience; at least 3 years managing Right of Way projects is highly preferred.
Real Estate License, or ability to acquire license.
Strong background in title, including mineral estates and title curative.
Prior Right of Way acquisition on projects with and without eminent domain authority experience required.
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. Experience managing complex data in databases.
Valid driver’s license required and meet company vehicle driving privileges standards.
Other requirements:
Must identify and implement department process improvements.
Must have smartphone capable of accessing Burns & McDonnell systems, Microsoft Outlook and Teams.
Knowledge of general real estate law.
International Right of Way Association (IRWA) membership preferred.
Must work evenings and weekends as needed.
This job posting will remain open a minimum of 72 hours and on an ongoing basis until filled.
EEO/Disabled/Veterans.
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The Project Manager will assist in establishing strong relationships with current clients and identifying potential opportunities. The position will serve as the Right of Way lead for multiple major utility infrastructure improvement projects.
Key responsibilities include:
Manage client expectations related to deliverables.
Provide project oversight and coordination with contingent workforce.
Maintain existing clients by managing expectations and client relationships.
Expand current business by working with Environmental Management to solicit new business and new business lines.
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 with internal team, subcontractors and client.
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 as necessary.
All other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Real Estate, Communications or related field from an accredited university (or applicable experience may be substituted).
Minimum 7 years related professional experience; at least 3 years managing Right of Way projects is highly preferred.
Real Estate License, or ability to acquire license.
Strong background in title, including mineral estates and title curative.
Prior Right of Way acquisition on projects with and without eminent domain authority experience required.
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. Experience managing complex data in databases.
Valid driver’s license required and meet company vehicle driving privileges standards.
Other requirements:
Must identify and implement department process improvements.
Must have smartphone capable of accessing Burns & McDonnell systems, Microsoft Outlook and Teams.
Knowledge of general real estate law.
International Right of Way Association (IRWA) membership preferred.
Must work evenings and weekends as needed.
This job posting will remain open a minimum of 72 hours and on an ongoing basis until filled.
EEO/Disabled/Veterans.
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