Right of Way Project Manager

Overview

Location: New Jersey – Remote (must reside in New Jersey)
Schedule: Full-time, Exempt
Travel: 25% (includes travel in New Jersey and Delaware)
Compensation Range: $110,000 - $130,000
Sign-On Bonus: Available

Imagine leading projects that shape how millions of people move every day. As a Public Sector Project Manager, you’ll be at the forefront of some of the most transformative infrastructure projects in the nation — projects that connect communities, preserve history, and improve the daily lives of commuters.

You’ll provide right-of-way support for:

• The Hudson Tunnel Project (Gateway Development Corporation) – adding a new tunnel beneath the Hudson River, serving Amtrak’s Northeast Corridor and New Jersey Transit commuters traveling to Penn Station.
• Newark Penn Station Modernization – revitalizing a major transit hub with modern upgrades while honoring and preserving its historic architecture.

Right of Way is where infrastructure meets innovation—shaping roads, utilities, and communities for the future. At ORC, we offer more than a job—we offer purpose, stability, and growth. You’ll join a team that values collaboration, workplace flexibility, and long-term opportunity.

• Health, dental, and vision benefits
• Annual bonus opportunities
• 401(k) with company match and disability coverage
• Paid time off, sick time, and holidays
• Tuition reimbursement & professional training
• Recognition programs and growth opportunities
• Free Calm Membership for you and up to 5 others

• Lead with impact:
  Drive complex projects from start to finish, ensuring timely, seamless delivery that meets client expectations.
• Be the client’s partner:
  Collaborate directly with clients to define project scope, establish goals, and keep progress on track.
• Own financial success:
  Oversee budgets, reporting, and invoicing while ensuring projects remain on time and fiscally sound.
• Shape the future:
  Work with senior leadership to pursue new public sector opportunities and influence regional growth strategies.
• Build strong teams:
  Recruit, mentor, and supervise a high-performing team while supporting professional development.
• Expand your influence:
  Partner with executives to implement strategic initiatives and strengthen community engagement.
• Meaningful work:
  Play a central role in projects that strengthen regional transit and improve daily commutes for millions.

• Relationship Builder: Builds and maintains strong relationships with staff, clients, vendors, agencies, and stakeholders to support project success and long-term partnerships. Anticipates and balances client needs.
• Leader: Successfully manages and grows projects by identifying needs, delegating tasks, providing quality feedback and coaching.
• Resourceful: Find high-quality solutions quickly and efficiently. Adapt to change and new systems to complete work effectively.
• Strategic: Anticipates trends, analyzes the big picture, and develops a clear vision and actionable plans.
• Methodical: Approach tasks with a systematic and orderly process to ensure nothing is overlooked.
• Exceptional communicator: Identifies and customizes communication based on the audience.
• Is able to operate in a high-growth, fast-paced environment.
• Experience: Minimum of ten (10) years of Right of Way acquisition experience;
  Must include three (3) years of project management experience.
• Experience using the Uniform Relocation Act
• Understanding of project financials
• Experience creating/maintaining project schedules
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel) and electronic databases
• Must own an iOS or Android smartphone to access ORC systems

Make your mark on projects that matter. Apply now to join a supportive team that invests in your future.

Our job titles may span more than one career level. Compensation for this position is dependent upon many factors, such as training, transferable skills, work experience, business needs and market demands. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future. This role may also be eligible for bonus, benefits, and employee travel reimbursements.

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