Managing Consultant, Right of Way Agent Managing Consultant, Right of Way Agent Environmental Resources Management

Managing Consultant, Right of Way Agent

Environmental Resources Management Hybrid
· Richmond, VA, US 5 days ago

Lead Complex Infrastructure Projects That Power Communities and Shape the Future

ERM is seeking a Managing Consultant, Right of Way Agent (Project Manager) to join our team based in Richmond, VA
. This is an exciting opportunity for a seasoned right of way professional who thrives at the intersection of project leadership, stakeholder engagement, and infrastructure development. In this role, you will play a critical part in advancing electric transmission and distribution projects by supporting land acquisition efforts while managing project delivery from planning through execution. Your expertise will help clients successfully navigate complex land rights challenges and deliver essential infrastructure that serves communities and supports long-term growth.

Reliable energy infrastructure depends on the successful acquisition of land rights, stakeholder collaboration, and disciplined project execution. In this role, you will help drive projects that enable energy delivery across growing regions while balancing the needs of landowners, clients, and project teams.

This role offers the opportunity to lead multiple projects, negotiate complex real estate agreements, mentor team members, and contribute to business growth. Your work will directly influence project success, client satisfaction, operational excellence, and ERM's ongoing commitment to safe and sustainable project delivery.

As a trusted project leader, you will:

• Deliver projects that meet client expectations for scope, budget, schedule, and quality.
• Support the development of critical electric transmission and distribution infrastructure.
• Build productive relationships with landowners, subcontractors, project teams, and clients.
• Lead negotiations and acquisition activities that secure land rights necessary for project success.
• Identify efficiencies, manage risks, and uncover new commercial opportunities.
• Foster a strong culture of safety, collaboration, and accountability.
• Contribute to the profitability and growth of ERM through exceptional project execution and client service.

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience.
• 4+ years (7+ years preferred) of ROW experience, with a minimum of 5 years in transmission project experience.
• Notary public or the ability to obtain within 30 days required.
• Solid working knowledge of personal computers, Microsoft Office Suite, Google Earth, ArcGIS and data management software.
• Knowledgeable in real estate values and accepted real estate appraisal practices.
• Ability to travel regionally.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and a high degree of professionalism.
• Ability to communicate effectively through oral and written communications.
• Driver's License
  
  Required:
  
  This position requires a valid driver's license and/or the ability to operate a company vehicle due to the nature of job duties, which include frequent travel to various client locations across a large geographical area.
• Must meet criteria identified in Job Demands & Conditions Analysis for Office and Field Positions.
• This position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship.

• Active real estate license preferred.
• IRWA membership a plus.

• Work on multiple projects and serve as project manager to ensure deliverables achieve client expectations for scope, budget, schedule, and quality.
• Assist in supervising support staff, land agents, or subcontractors.
• Develop proposals, budgets, project plans, schedules, progress reports, scopes of work, and other bid documents.
• Support resource loading, workflow management, and budget management.
• Manage project budgets and prepare regular reports on financial progress.
• Identify new commercial opportunities within projects.
• Lead project teams while building ERM's reputation for project management excellence and exceptional client service.
• Provide project teams with clear visibility into project objectives and expected outcomes for both clients and ERM.

• Conduct diverse…