Right of Way Project Manager - Kansas
Listed on 2026-01-23
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Engineering
Operations Manager
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Job Type
Exemption Type
Exempt
Location
Category
Management
Travel
25%
Compensation Range
$100,000-$135,000
Job Description
Location:
Remote (candidate must reside in the Kansas City or Wichita areas)
Schedule:
Full-time, Exempt | Report to ORC's St. Charles, MO office 1-2 times per month
Travel:
Candidate can expect to travel throughout Kansas as needed
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. Join a team that values collaboration, respects your work-life balance, and empowers you to make a lasting impact.
What We Offer
- Health, dental, and vision benefits
- 401(k) with company match and disability coverage
- Paid time off, sick time, and holidays
- Tuition reimbursement and professional training
- Recognition programs and growth opportunities
- Free Calm membership for you and up to five others
What You'll Do
- Lead the execution of complex public projects from initiation through completion, ensuring seamless delivery for clients
- Collaborate directly with clients to define project scope, set goals, and manage deliverables throughout the project lifecycle
- Oversee project budgets and financial requirements to ensure fiscal responsibility and alignment with client expectations
- Manage day-to-day project activities, including timely reporting, invoicing, and tracking progress to keep projects on schedule
- Build and maintain strong relationships with vendors, agencies, and stakeholders to support project success and long-term partnerships
- Pursue business development opportunities in coordination with the VP and EVP to expand public sector engagement
- Support talent acquisition efforts by participating in recruiting activities and team-building initiatives
- Supervise and mentor a team of direct reports, ensuring high performance and professional development
- Implement public sector strategies set forth by the VP and EVP, aligning regional operations with the company’s broader strategic goals
- Coordinate closely with leadership to identify and pursue opportunities in the public sector and contribute to market growth
We are looking for someone who
- Has the ability to successfully manage a project team.
- Provide quality feedback and coaching to staff.
- Able to properly delegate to ensure the success of the project.
- Works efficiently and effectively under tight deadlines
- Can prioritize and balance multiple tasks
- Demonstrates strong organization and planning skills
- Is analytical, detail-oriented, and eager to learn
- Has excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Thrives in a fast-paced administrative setting
- Can adapt to new systems and software environments
- Must have a minimum of five (5) years of Right of Way acquisition experience
- Must include two (2) years managing transportation projects
- Experience utilizing the Uniform Relocation Act
- Understanding of project financials
- Prior experience with creating/maintaining project schedules
- Must be proficient with MS Office Suite, specifically Excel, Word, Dropbox, and Outlook
- Must have an iOS or Android smartphone to be able to access ORC's systems.
- Valid Driver’s License
Per diem and Relocation is not provided
Ready to Apply?
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 benefits and employee travel reimbursements.
ORC is one of America’s most respected right-of-way acquisition firms. Our services not only include providing outsourced right-of-way services to public agencies, but also electric transmission, oil and gas pipelines, fiber optic, and sewer and water infrastructure. We are excited to be part of the renewable energy forefront for wind and solar…
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