Transmission Right of Way Agent-Staff

Job description

Job Posting End Date

n nPlease note the job posting will close on the day before the posting end date.

nJob Summary

nThe role is responsible for managing a portfolio of projects within a matrix team environment related to the acquisition of land, land rights, licenses, leases, permits and other documents necessary for the construction, operation and maintenance of electric transmission and/or distribution lines; provide leadership, direction, training, coordination, and effective communication to initiate , plan, execute, monitor and control, and close projects in a safe, efficient, economical, risk-balanced approach to achieve short and long range goals and to obtain maximum customer satisfaction. Develop relationships and effectively communicate with all stakeholders including internal customers, external customers, team members, legal, suppliers, and industry peers.

nJob Description

nWhat you'll do:

nnnManage, develop, review and coordinate right-of-way project plan, schedule, budget, tools, and staff related to portfolio of right-of-way projects.

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nnAssist the regional right-of-way team in ensuring efficient and timely performance of right-of-way project work activities.

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nnEnsure corporate auditing requirements around estimating practices, escrow adherence and other cost expenditures are being followed.

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nnAct as an expert witness, assist and confer with legal counsel, asset management and project managers in the selection of witnesses and commissioners in connection with condemnation and/or other court actions involving electric transmission and/or distribution facilities, together with lawsuits which may result from the construction, operation, maintenance or removal of electric transmission and/or distribution facilities.

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nnApprove vouchers for payments of expenses incurred in the acquisition of land and land rights involving electric transmission and/or distribution facilities such as, but not limited to contractual obligations for the purchase of options, easements damage claims settlement, attorney fees, outside appraisal services and supplier invoices.

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nnReview periodic status and cost of managed right-of-way projects. Also, track the project quality, timeliness and performance against annual work plans.

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nnMonitor the closeout process and review lessons learned for right-of-way projects and recommend process improvements as appropriate.

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nnDemonstrate the ability in leadership by developing working relationships with the project team, suppliers, and foster teamwork and seek customer satisfaction team building, time management, building collaborative environments, accountability, and problem solving.

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nnProvide general guidance and feedback, to improve systems, procedures, schedules, and costs.

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nnProvides specific guidance in these areas and begins to challenge others at a level of informed understanding in all right-of-way project work. Represent Transmission right-of-way in internal process improvement teams and initiatives as well as external industry forums, where required.

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nnSupport and hold employees and suppliers accountable for the AEP System Safety Process, ensuring a safe working environment focused on Zero Harm.

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n nWhat we are looking for:

nTransmission Right of Way Agent Staff SG9

nEducation:

nnnBachelor's or associate degree and eight (8) years of related experience;

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nnOr High School equivalent and ten (10) years of related experience

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n nExperience:

nnnDepending on education and years of related experience in business, management, real estate, electric transmission and/or distribution right-of-way or real estate activities and/or possess a professional certificate (i.e., IR/WA, SR/WA, PMP, etc).

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nnPrior experience in a leadership position and/or project management a plus.

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n nLicenses/Certifications:

nnProfessional licenses and memberships encouraged

n nIn addition:

nnnDevelop skills in and provide effective communication that is clear, direct, concise, and professional, including effective listening, with all stakeholders including team members, sponsors, management and senior management.

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nnExcellent written, organizational, presentation, oral communication, and time management skills. The ability and comfortability to present senior leadership on complex right-of-way issues and lead a team to a successful solution. The ability to handle a portfolio of projects and assignments is critical. Extensive knowledge in right-of-way of electric lines and substations required. Possess leadership skills and experience mentoring and supervising staff.

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nnSupport and demonstrate ability to provide the organization of project activities, delegate project task assignments, confidently set staff requirements and expectations to manage deliverables and hold staff accountable. Demonstrate willingness to provide constructive feedback to staff.

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nnThe individual filling this position will be required to travel within the AEP Transmission service territory; however, on rare occasions may be assigned to special projects and travel outside the transmission service territory.

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nnTravel requirements are expected to be less than 25% of the time.

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nnMust have a valid driver's license, the ability to rent a vehicle, and the ability to drive 3 - 6 hours at time to attend site visits, meet with landowners, or participate in open houses and stakeholder meetings.

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nnOn rare occasions,

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nnMay require extended hours to accomplish assigned tasks to meet requirements and schedules.

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nnOvernight travel to facilities and projects (field work) is required.

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nnPosition requires travel and exposure to situations which require knowledge, understanding, and adherence to applicable safety procedures, and ability to hike or walk one to three miles on occasion.

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n nWhere you'll work:

nThis role sits on site in New Albany, Ohio.

nWhat you'll get:

nTransmission Right of Way Agent Staff SG9($116,255-$151,132)

nIn addition to competitive compensation, AEP offers a unique comprehensive benefits package that aims to support and enhance the overall well-being of our employees.

nWhere Putting the Customer First Powers Everything We Do

nAt AEP, we're more than just an energy company - we're a team of dedicated professionals committed to delivering safe, reliable, and innovative energy solutions. Guided by our mission to put the customer first, we strive to exceed expectations by listening, responding, and continuously improving the way we serve our communities. If you're passionate about making a meaningful impact and being part of a forward-thinking organization, this is the company for you!

nAmerican Electric Power (On-Site)

n$116K- $151K / Year

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nCompensation Data

nCompensation Grade:

nSP20-009

nCompensation Range:

n$116,255.00 - $151,132.50

nThe Physical Demand Level for this job is: S - Sedentary Work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally (Occasionally: activity or condition exists up to 1/3 of the time) and/or a negligible amount of force frequently. (Frequently: activity or condition exists from 1/3 to 2/3 of the time) to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally, and all other sedentary criteria are met.

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Worksite address

new albany, OH, 43054, US

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