Description

Burns & McDonnell is seeking a Project Manager for Right of Way and land acquisition projects. This individual will provide project oversight for land acquisitions, negotiations, property research, titles and surveys in support of utility-related projects, as well as responsibility over project financials and client interaction. Some travel will be required.

candidate must have the ability to think strategically, keep informed about project activities through study and participation in project meetings, manage and work well in a team environment, have excellent task management skills, a proven ability to communicate professionally, have a flexible schedule, and be willing to work evenings and/or weekends, as needed. The successful candidate will be a talented seller-doer and be able to initiate and assist with client development and maintenance, and will assume a lead role in sales presentations, proposal preparation, and project execution.

Duties include

• Analyze, prepare, review and interpret Land and Right of Way-related agreements, deeds, easements, leases, permits, and licenses.

• Manage client expectations related to deliverables.

• Coordinate team efforts including database management, meetings, and reports.

• Provide direction and management to land acquisition subcontractors.

• Participate in public involvement meetings.

• Manage communications related to internal team, subcontractors, and client.

• Initiate or assist in contract preparation and negotiations.

• 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.

• All other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration or related field from an accredited university. Applicable experience may be substituted for the degree requirement.

• Minimum 7 years related professional experience

• Prior Right of Way acquisition, relocation, and eminent domain experience required, preferably in a consulting firm.

• Ability to interpret title and appraisal reports and land surveys required.

• Knowledge of general real estate law.

• Knowledge of real estate title work.

• 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 (i.e., Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint), and experience managing complex data in databases.

• Valid driver's license required. In addition, must meet standards to qualify for and maintain the Company's vehicle driving privileges as outlined in the Company's Motor Vehicle Safety Policy.

This job posting will remain open a minimum of 72 hours and on an ongoing basis until filled

EEO/Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans

Job Project Management

Primary Location US-MO-Kansas City

Schedule: Full-time

Travel: Yes, 25 % of the Time

Req ID: 244240

Job Hire Type Experienced #LI-JJ #ENS