Sr. ROW Project Manager - Transportation
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Job Description
Title: Sr. ROW Project Manager
Division: Right of Way
LJA recognizes that our success depends on the quality of the people we hire. We are currently seeking highly talented individuals that take pride in their work, function exceptionally well in team environments, and contribute to the overall success of the company. As a 100% employee-owned company, we promote an entrepreneurial spirit that helps drive the bottom line and the long-term professional and financial success of our employees. With more than 50 office locations, LJA is growing and ready for talented people to help us build our future.
The ideal candidate for this position should possess an excellent working knowledge of all phases/aspects of the land right of way acquisition process: title, negotiation, encroachments, damage settlement, permitting and contractors supervising. Coordination and management of all activities on a project while keeping it on schedule and within budget are necessary skills. Experience in acquiring property rights on projects ranging from roadway and utility easements. Familiarity with engineering drawings and surveys is expected.
General Responsibilities:
· Manage projects from a financial and contractual perspective on day-to-day basis
· Perform all phases of the ROW acquisition process
· Possess strong communication skills
· Build strong relationships and mentor staff
· Provide guidance and supervision to a team of ROW Agents working on a variety of projects
· Possess GIS and Database knowledge
· Competency in project planning and business development
Preferred Education, Experience, and Licenses:
· 4-year college degree (certain experience may be substituted for full degree requirements)
· 8 years direct work experience in pre-acquisition, relocation, property management, and acquisition
· Georgia Real Estate License
Mind/Body Endurance:
· Able to produce quality work under pressure to meet deadlines
· Capable of quickly evaluating accuracy in real estate acquisition documents
· Possess critical thinking and problem-solving attributes
· Sit for extended periods of time working on a computer
· Able to drive or travel in vehicle for long distances