Right of Way Supervisor

Short Description:

Bowman has an opportunity for a Right of Way Supervisor to join our team in Manassas, VA .

At Bowman, we believe in creating opportunities for aspiring people to thrive and achieve ambitious goals. That’s why a career at Bowman is more than a job. It is an opportunity to be part of a diverse and engaged community of professionals, to be treated as a respected and valued member of a motivated team and to be empowered to do exceptional work that advances the best interest of everyone involved. We recognize the importance of creating a work environment that is both rewarding to our employees and supportive of our unwavering commitment to provide unparalleled service to our clients.

Overview:

Take on a leadership role within the Right of Way team and coordinate with Right of Way Agents/COS, other leaders, clients, engineers, and other disciplines to deliver transportation, energy, or utility projects on schedule and on budget. Train and mentor staff and manage workload for assigned team.

Responsibilities:

Leadership and Direction

• Receive broad guidance from senior-level management relating to overall key objectives, critical issues, new concepts, and policy matters and general parameters for execution. Manage people and processes to ensure effective execution. Review work produced by staff for quality assurance.

At the Operational and Company Level

• Assist Field Agents in conducting on-site assessments of right of way and utility properties.

Do the Work

• Manage daily assignments and allocation of resources.
• Track results and report progress on a regular basis.
• Ensure that project processes and procedures are implemented and adhered to.
• Provide guidance in challenge identification and development and implementation of solutions.
• Complete timesheet review and employee evaluations.

Success Metrics and Competencies:

• Ability to work both independently and within a team environment.
• Ability to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization and external partners.
• Highly motivated and problem-solving attitude.
• Strong sense of urgency in responding to constituents.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong work ethic and commitment to quality.
• Self-reliance and ability to operate independently with limited direction.
• Strong marketing/business development skills and mindset.
• Effective working relationship with internal leaders and peers, as well as external clients.
• Commitment to becoming a "citizen" of the broader organization, breaking down barriers and silos.
• Ability to effectively manage multiple time-sensitive tasks.
• Basic understanding of financial reports and metrics.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent industry related Right of Way work experience required.
• Five or more (5+) years of experience performing aspects of land, Right of Way, easement acquisition, title research, or comparable industry related education.
• Minimum of two (2) years of Right of Way supervisory experience, preferred.
• Knowledge in all aspects of Right of Way, including acquisition, title, permitting, due diligence, public relations, community outreach and basic understanding of general regulatory and legal issues.
• Intermediate computer skills in various Microsoft applications including Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint, as well as familiarity with database systems.
• Experience reading design plans/profiles.
• Ability to lead and develop a Right of Way team and manage individual projects.
• Satisfactory driving record as determined by the Company and a current, valid State driver's license.
• Bilingual abilities preferred.
• Ability to obtain a real estate license within 90 days in state, if required.

Physical Demands and Working Environment:

• Primarily indoor professional office environment which may include bright/dim light, noise, fumes, odors, and traffic.
• Mobility around an office environment.
• Frequent and prolonged use of standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.
• Primarily local travel during the business day, although some out-of-the-area and overnight travel may be required according to the needs of the business.
• Occasional lifting or carrying up to 20 pounds.
• Occasional pushing or pulling up to 20 pounds.
• Occasional reaching outward or above shoulder.

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About Bowman:

Are you ready to build a career that makes a lasting impact? At Bowman, our people are at the center of everything we do. We’re committed to creating an environment where employees can thrive both personally and professionally, while helping to shape the infrastructure of tomorrow.

A career at Bowman means being part of a collaborative, forward-thinking organization where innovation, inclusion, and growth are encouraged at every level. We offer competitive compensation, a supportive work environment, and benefits designed to help our employees succeed.

Our comprehensive benefits package includes:

• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match
• 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

Eligibility for certain benefits may vary based on position, location, and employment status.

Job Description Disclaimer:

Note: While this job description is intended to be an accurate reflection of the job requirements, it is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Management reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties from particular jobs and to assign other duties as necessary at any time with or without notice.

Bowman is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where all employees feel valued and respected. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. For our EEO Policy Statement, please click here . If you’d like more information on your EEO rights under the law, please click here .

Bowman has an obligation to provide and maintain a safe, healthy, and productive environment for its employees and clients. We are committed to maintaining a drug and alcohol-free workplace.

If you have any questions about the application process, please email [email protected] .