Utilities Right of Way Project Manager - Virginia
Department: Management
Employment Type: Full Time
Location: Remote - VA
Compensation: $87,460 - $133,419 / year
Description
Location: Candidate will have the flexibility to work from their home office but must reside in either West Virginia, Virginia, Kentucky, North Carolina or Eastern Tennessee
Schedule: Full-time; Exempt
Travel: Candidate can expect to travel about 25% of the time
Why Join ORC?
The Right Work. The Right People. The Right Culture.
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.
What You'll Do

Lead the delivery of right of way projects for utility clients - owning scope, schedule, budget, and quality from kickoff through closeout
Direct and support a project team of agents and specialists, balancing workloads and removing roadblocks
Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, delivering clear status reporting and building lasting relationships
Monitor project financials, forecasts, and staffing plans
Ensure all work is performed in accordance with project guidelines, client requirements, and applicable regulations
Support proposals, pricing, and business development for new work

We're Looking for Someone Who

Leads teams with clarity, accountability, and a service mindset
Builds trusted relationships with clients, landowners, and project stakeholders
Is organized, analytical, and detail-oriented - with strong command of budgets and schedules
Works efficiently under tight deadlines and keeps multiple priorities moving across projects
Communicates clearly and professionally - in writing, on the phone, and face to face
Develops people and grows the capability of the team

Minimum Requirements

Prior experience leading project teams or managing right of way projects, preferably on utility transmission or distribution work
Proficient with MS Office Suite - specifically Excel, Word, and Outlook
An iOS or Android smartphone to access ORC's systems
Valid driver's license

Where You Fit This posting covers Utilities Project Manager levels 1-3, and the pay range shown reflects the full span across all three levels - not the range for any single level.
Every candidate is assessed and evaluated during the hiring process to determine their level based on factors, such as training, transferable skills, work experience, business needs, and market demands. Your offer will reflect the level that best matches your experience.

Utilities Project Manager 1 - $87,460 - $109,969 | Minimum of (4) years Right of Way acquisition experience with at least (1) year of project management
Utilities Project Manager 2 - $97,028 - $121,971 | Minimum of (6) years Right of Way acquisition experience with at least (3) years of project management
Utilities Project Manager 3 - $106,155 - $133,419 | Minimum of (8) years Right of Way acquisition experience with at least (5) years of project management experience

Relocation and per diem are not provided.
What We Offer

Bonus Opportunities
Medical, dental, and vision coverage
401(k) with company match, plus disability coverage
Paid time off, sick time, and paid holidays
Tuition reimbursement and paid professional development
ClassPass and Breethe memberships
Recognition programs and real room to grow

That's the quick version - learn more about benefits at ORC.
Ready to Apply?
Make your mark on projects that matter. Apply now to join a supportive team that invests in your future.
Employees must avoid any relationship or activity that might impair, or even appear to impair, their ability to make objective and fair decisions when performing their jobs. To avoid conflicts of interest, employees are prohibited from performing any services for clients or perceived clients during nonworking time that are normally performed by ORC, including the sale of real estate.
Physical Requirements: While performing the duties of this job, it requires a combination of office-based and field work. Employees will spend prolonged periods sitting and performing computer-based tasks, including typing, data entry, and virtual communication, while also regularly traveling to landowner properties, project sites, and government facilities, some of which may be in rural or remote locations with limited accessibility. Driving is an essential function of the role and may involve extended periods and long-distance travel. Fieldwork may require walking over uneven terrain, standing, or navigating outdoor environments, with routine exposure to varying weather conditions such as heat, cold, rain, and snow. The role also involves frequent interaction with a diverse range of individuals, including landowners, government officials, and members of the public, requiring the ability to communicate effectively and maintain professionalism across differing personalities and potentially challenging situations. Flexibility in scheduling is necessary to accommodate travel, site access, and stakeholder availability, along with adherence to safety protocols in both office and field settings.

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