Certificate of Convenience and Necessity; CCN Project Manager Chesapeake Utilities Corporati

Position Summary:

This position will be responsible for the coordination, implementation, execution, control, and completion of specific projects in relation to the Certificate of Convenience and Necessity (CCN) application process, transmission line right of way and/or fee acquisition for station properties ensuring consistency with company strategy, commitments and goals. Responsibilities include the negotiation and mediation processes for acquiring Right of Way (ROW); and managing a portfolio of ROW activities related to transmission capital projects;

this includes working closely with Transmission Engineering, Transmission Services, Regulatory, Oncor Legal, among other organizations within Oncor, as well as external consultants collaborating on capital projects. This position is also responsible for initiating and managing associated ROW projects, engaging appropriate support personnel, establishing and assembling support documentation and reporting, negotiating with landowners, and supporting key stakeholders throughout various processes requiring ROW expertise.

Also assisting in improvements to key applications and processes within the Real Estate and ROW organization.

• Promote safety awareness and create a culture committed to safe work practices.
• Ensure that project stakeholders (e.g., Transmission Engineering, Transmission PMO, Transmission Planning, Distribution Planning, System Protection, Transmission Construction Management, Regulatory, Transmission Operations, and Customers) are aware of projects and provide input into project schedules and estimates.
• Perform site visits as required to visually assess site feasibility.
• Document and monitor action items to ensure stakeholders are aware of assignments and items are being completed timely.
• Monitor and elevate project risks in a timely manner such that corrections can be made to minimize project impact.
• Monitor and ensure project deliverables and deadlines are met.
• Monitor and ensure projects are on budget.
• Coordinate budget updates with Transmission Program Management Office (TPMO).
• Performs all essential aspects and functions of the job as well as any other specific job requirements.
• Provides consultation and expertise on ROW matters that impact Transmission.
• Supports ROW acquisition activities including but not limited to mediation, settlement negotiations, and trial support throughout condemnation and appeals processes.
• Provides overall project management for assigned projects including contractor oversight and direction, budget and schedule adherence, communication and consultation with key stakeholders on emergent issues, and supporting Legal and Regulatory throughout.
• Oversees ROW acquisition including but not limited to landowner negotiations as needed, addressing associated schedule and budget.
• Review and validate Master Settlement statement from closing title company. Coordinate closing procedures for acquisition of properties.
• Assist Company counsel and leads or assists in mediation to resolve issues with landowners and condemnations to settle disputes.
• Directs the activities of outside consultants and Oncor personnel to complete transmission line routing studies, environmental assessments, and siting of transmission lines compliant with Oncor practice.
• Supports the CCN application process, per Public Utility Commission of Texas (PUCT) rules, in conjunction with Oncor regulatory team and other CCN Project Managers if assigned.
• Organizes and manages the timing of various routing studies as priorities change in order to ensure the timely filing of CCN applications. Supports efforts to draft and assemble CCN applications for filing.
• Attends and observes or participates in witness preparation and/or live testimony preparation with other CCN Project Managers.
• Assists in the preparation of written testimony, responses to discovery and other Requests for Information.
• Represents the company to various external entities as needed in association with project assignments.
• Assists as needed in coordinating, prioritizing, and communicating schedule and scoping changes related to ROW on future transmission projects.
• Facilitates and manages Special Project assignments on an as-needed basis.

• Able to learn, apply, and communicate technical topics related to the design, operation, and construction of Transmission facilities.
• Preferred reading and comprehension of appraisals, surveys, title commitments, deeds and easements. Familiarity with the Texas Property Code.
• Communicate and assist in training on topics related to the design, operation, and construction of Transmission facilities as it relates to CCN applications.
• Strong project management skills with experience managing large projects/programs.
• Strong verbal and written communications, with the ability to build working relationships with cross-functional teams and lead conversations with internal and external stakeholders.
• Preferred experience in reading and comprehending legal documents as…