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A Right of Way Project Manager is a professional that is well versed in all aspects of right-of-way services for power, transportation, water, and oil and gas projects and helps recruit, develop, and manage a group of right-of-way professionals. The primary duties include: responsible for area coordination and working with team to identify market drivers, develop goals and lead team toward growth; participate in delivery of project services to meet client expectations; monitor and improve technical competencies of staff and products to meet client needs; collaborate with area operations leadership, marketing and project management; participate in Right of Way business class practice and professional discipline groups, project teams and activities to continually improve standards and best practices; implement effective quality assurance and quality control reviews; participate in regional business class strategic planning, budgeting and plan implementation; track and balance staff workloads and utilizations; work with leads to establish internal and external training programs and training schedules; assist with business development efforts and provide support on proposal preparation; plan for project needs and recruit/hire staff accordingly, and drive Right of Way business class to meet project goals for growth, client satisfaction, and service diversification.

Responsibilities

Provide area leadership of technical capabilities within the right-of-way business classBuild and retain strong relationships with team, project managers, and client development managers throughout MassachusettsMonitor team performance within business class to achieve defined goals and support operational managers in monitoring project performance and implementation of corrective actionsProvide strategic and tactical input on business trends to business class and local office planningFacilitate business class teamwork, communication, and work-sharing between area offices, business classes, management, marketing, and staffServe as a client manager, project principal, and project managerMaintain appropriate QA/QC procedures and best practicesActively participate in projects or manage projects to meet assigned utilization ratePrioritize activities across Massachusetts to best implement market sector and business group objectivesManage staff workloads and make recommendations for adjustments as neededManage training and licensing requirements and identify opportunities for continuing educationDevelop a mentoring and employee advancement process to advance staffChampion opportunities to grow the right of way practiceSupport area pursuits and actively participate in proposal developmentIdentify project right-of-way needs and recruit professionals to join the HDR teamTake responsibility for operations of production section including staff development, profitability, morale, quality control and marketing supportFunction as Project Manager and take responsibility for production on projects in addition to management responsibilitiesTake administrative responsibility for section staff and technical service functions, and lead and coordinate services with other sectionsBe involved in marketing planning, proposals, and interviewsBe directly involved with industrial and public clients in marketing, project production and related issuesSee that all work is planned, organized, controlled, and evaluated through proactive project management systemImplement, monitor, and support company policySelect, train, develop and manage technical personnelManage and develop multidiscipline teamsWork cooperatively with other project managers, region and National Directors and marketing staff in local and national marketing and production effortsPerform other duties as needed

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Preferred QualificationsA minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in the right-of-way industry, with Project Management experienceAbility to build positive client relationships, strong communication, negotiation, and presentation skillsA broad-based range of right-of-way experience across diverse markets with an understanding of Uniform and Non-Uniform Act right-of-way and the Eminent Domain Process and proceduresProven ability to manage right-of-way projects effectivelyDemonstrated ability to establish, grow, and manage a large right-of-way program and staff working statewide in multiple officesPossess knowledge of area clients and business environments related to right-of-way servicesMust demonstrate strong leadership qualities and have experience effectively managing and motivating direct reports. Experience managing budgets, preparing scopes, developing cost estimates, and preparing reports on project financials.Advanced analytical and problem-solving skillsProficient with MS Office Suite, specifically, Outlook, Word and Excel, and SharePoint or equivalent databaseExcellent written and verbal communication skillsDemonstrated organizational, planning, and prioritization skillsAbility to work efficiently and effectively under tight deadlines, as well as balance multiple projects by prioritizing effectively Participate in reviews with various governing agencies for complianceWork with Business/Accounting Manager or Project Controller and Department Manager for project reviews and with company management as needed.Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in related field7 years related experienceA minimum of 2 years  project management experienceMust have the ability to interact with various design teams, have excellent organizational, project management and communication (both written and verbal) skillsAn attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must

What We Believe
HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.

Our Commitment
As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day.

Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ , People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.

We provide a comprehensive benefits package that promotes employee ownership, employee health, performance, and success, which includes medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, life insurance, an employee assistance program, paid time away, parental leave, paid holidays, a retirement savings plan with employer match, employee referral bonus and tuition reimbursement. The expected compensation range for this position depends upon skills, experience, education and geographical location. (Stated benefits are for full-time regular positions. Temporary and part-time roles eligible for limited benefits.) {Pay Transparency Location1-Rhode Island}: $112,529-$160,755 {Pay Transparency Location 2 -CT}: $117,887 - $168,410.