Manager - Land & Right Of Way (#3675)

Overview

Oversee land/right‑of‑way acquisition, management and legal support for energy projects.

Key Responsibilities

• compliance
• supervision
• contract management
• legal support
• acquisitions
• safety

Tasks

-Demonstrate and reinforce a culture of regulatory compliance. -Supervise and support the technical advancement, career development, and training of each assigned employee. -Collaborate and communicate with a variety of people with tact, courtesy, and professionalism. -This position will also be utilized for research and preparation of land related contracts and processes, the organization and maintenance of existing contracts, and support of other departmental functions as assigned by the Director of Project Management. -Foster a positive open work environment, systems approaches and disciplined execution of all assigned tasks. -Provide support to the Legal department for legal controversies, condemnations, litigation and document preparation and review related to real estate issues. -Provide direct supervision, guidance, and support of day-to-day activities for Real Estate staff. -Demonstrate and enforce the highest professional integrity, ethics, and safety discipline. -Maintain a high regard for personal safety, the safety of company assets and employees, and the general public. -Maintain regular, dependable attendance and a high level of performance. -Represent company to third parties (landowners, tenants, governmental entities and agencies, land developers, mineral developers, energy transportation and utility companies) in matters related to company, real estate, and other company assets acquisition. Examples: Acquisition of real estate interests, provide information on easement rights; amendments to or releases of rights of way; zoning issues, damage evaluation and settlement.

Requirements

• people management
• advanced degree
• ms office
• driver's license
• right-of-way
• leadership

What You Bring

-Required to carry a cell phone and be available to respond during working and non-working hours. -Sitting; standing; walking or moving throughout facility; driving; talking; seeing (specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus); hearing; feeling; bending or stooping; squatting or crouching; reaching; kneeling; pushing; pulling; lifting up to 25 lbs. -A minimum of ten (10) years with direct people management. -Knowledge of applicable company standards for title sufficiency documentation, common pipeline facility construction, project accounting and tracking, etc. -Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license and a driving record satisfactory to the company and its insurers (for travel). -Advanced degree from an accredited institution in Business, Engineering, or a related discipline. -The employee is regularly required to use hands to type, touch, handle, or feel. The employee is required to talk and hear. The employee is frequently required to stand and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to walk and climb or balance. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. -Travel is required. -Proven ability to drive positive change with continuous improvement. -Intermediate proficiency level in MS Office applications that may include but are not limited to Excel, Word, SharePoint, PowerPoint, and Outlook. -Knowledge of land-related computer applications. -Knowledge of real property law, business law, commodity pricing, title examination standards and procedures, agricultural and ranching practices, and general pipeline construction activity. -Knowledge of engineering terminology, drawings, and maps. -Candidates will be required to clear a drug screen and complete a background check, including a credit report for certain positions after an offer has been extended and prior to being employed. -Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in a related field such as land management, energy management, geography, business, public administration, engineering, law, etc. is preferred or 10 years of equivalent experience. -Demonstrated superior leadership outcomes in the areas of leading self, leading others, and leading an organization. -Demonstrated success in managing project budgets. -A minimum of ten (10) years of experience with right-of-way responsibilities in the energy sector. -Knowledge of applicable federal, state, and local governmental laws and regulations relative to acquisition, maintenance, and management of right of way property interests. -Must be able to sit for prolonged periods of time.

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Benefits

-Employer-paid life insurance, short-term disability, and long-term disability coverage. -Industry competitive pay. -Company-paid holidays and floating holidays. -Vacation, sick days, paid caregiver leave, volunteer and bereavement paid time off. -Health insurance package options that include Flexible Spending & Health Savings Accounts. -Annual discretionary bonus. -Generous Tuition Reimbursement Program. -Infertility Coverage. -Critical Illness & Accident Insurance. -Employee discounts; vehicles, tires, cellular plans, and more. -401(k) with up to a 6% match that vests immediately plus an employer discretionary contribution of up to 4%. -Personal development to grow your career with us based on your strengths and interests. -Networking and employee engagement events. -Parental Leave. -Company vehicle (if applicable). -Identity theft protection. -Wellness Programs and Mental Health Resources. -Minimal safety hazards; general office working conditions.

About Tallgrass

-Operates a national footprint with regional presence through offices in Denver, Houston, and the Kansas City area. -Provides critical energy infrastructure, including FERC-regulated pipelines, storage facilities, terminals, and processing plants. -Developed innovative projects such as converting pipelines for CO₂ or hydrogen transport and establishing a major sustainable aviation fuel joint venture. -Maintains large crude oil storage capacity across key terminals.

Sector Specialisms

Security Clearance

-candidates must clear a drug screen and complete a background check, including a credit report, after an offer is extended.