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Florida, United States
Remote only
This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Right of Way Senior Project Manager based in Florida, United States.
Overview
The Right of Way Senior Project Manager will lead teams delivering complex right-of-way services for transportation, energy, and utility projects.
This role oversees projects from initial bids through final completion, ensuring they meet schedule, budget, and quality expectations.
You will manage client relationships, coordinate with multidisciplinary teams, and contribute to regional business development and growth.
The position also involves mentoring and developing junior professionals while strengthening operational processes and team performance.
Working closely with senior leadership, you will guide resource allocation, project planning, financial performance, and service delivery.
This is an opportunity to take on a strategic leadership role while supporting infrastructure projects and building strong client partnerships.
In this role, you will provide leadership and direction to right-of-way teams, oversee project execution, and contribute to business development and operational excellence. Your responsibilities will include:
Lead and manage right-of-way projects from proposal and bidding stages through completion, ensuring delivery on time and within budget.
Supervise, coordinate, and develop right-of-way teams and subcontractors across office-based and field assignments.
Oversee client relationships, prepare contract proposals and change orders, and participate in project meetings.
Coordinate with project managers, engineers, internal leadership, clients, and other disciplines to align project objectives, schedules, and resources.
Manage daily team activities, workload planning, project schedules, budgets, cost forecasting, quality control, collections, and business opportunities.
Review project deliverables and staff work to maintain high standards of quality and service.
Mentor junior employees, establish performance goals, conduct evaluations, and support professional development.
Review timesheets and monitor team performance, project progress, and operational results.
Collaborate with senior leadership to improve processes, strengthen operational efficiency, and support regional and office growth.
Identify opportunities for future business and contribute to the development of new client relationships.
Track project results and provide regular updates on progress, performance, and resource requirements.
Requirements
The ideal candidate combines extensive right-of-way expertise with proven project leadership, strong client-facing skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities independently. The following qualifications are required or preferred:
Bachelor's degree from a four-year college or university, or equivalent professional experience.
At least 8 years of experience in land and right-of-way services, including easement acquisition, title research, or related industry activities.
At least 2 years of supervisory experience preferred, with demonstrated ability to lead, develop, and manage a right-of-way team.
Strong knowledge of right-of-way project management, acquisition, title research, permitting, budgeting, cost forecasting, due diligence, operations, public relations, and community outreach.
Understanding of applicable regulatory requirements, eminent domain, and legal considerations.
Ability to read construction, engineering, and related design plans and profiles.
Experience managing project teams, client relationships, contracts, and business development activities.
Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with internal teams, leadership, clients, and external partners.
Excellent organizational and time-management skills, including the ability to manage multiple time-sensitive assignments.
Strong work ethic, sound judgment, self-reliance, and commitment to quality, profitability, and organizational growth.
Basic understanding of financial reports and performance metrics.
Intermediate proficiency with Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, as well as familiarity with database systems.
Current, valid state driver's license and a satisfactory driving record.
Professional real estate license in the applicable state, or the ability to obtain one within 90 days of hire.
Industry-related right-of-way experience and Project Management Professional (PMP) certification are preferred.
International Right of Way Association (IRWA) coursework or RWA, RWP, or SR/WA certification is preferred.
Multilingual skills are considered an advantage.
Must currently reside in Florida, as the remote work arrangement is limited to this state.
Ability to travel locally during the business day, with occasional out-of-area and overnight travel as required.
Ability to work in a professional office environment, use standard office equipment for extended periods, move around the workplace, and occasionally lift, carry, push, or pull up to 20 pounds.
Benefits
Annual salary range of $96,000–$135,000, depending on experience.
Eligible variable compensation, where applicable.
Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
Life and disability insurance.
401(k) retirement savings plan with company matching.
Paid time off, sick leave, and paid holidays.
Tuition reimbursement and professional development support.
Discretionary bonuses and other performance-based incentives.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
Wellness initiatives and employee discounts.
Remote work arrangement within Florida.
