Right of Way Assistant Project Manager - Nashville, TN - (1454)

ORC; Vaughan; Hybrid; CAD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in right-of-way acquisition, ORC seeks a Right of Way Assistant Project Manager for its operations. This full-time role involves managing federally funded projects, supporting compliance tasks, and collaborating with teams to ensure project success. Candidates must have substantial experience in Right of Way acquisition and strong leadership skills.

Benefits

Health, dental, and vision benefits

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Recognition programs

Qualifications

• Minimum eight years of Right of Way acquisition experience.
• Experience with relocations under the Uniform Relocation Act.
• Understanding of project financials.

Responsibilities

• Manage complex Right of Way projects from initiation to closeout.
• Support acquisition and relocation tasks.
• Build and maintain relationships with vendors and stakeholders.

Skills

Project Management

Analytical Skills

Communication

Organizational Skills

Team Management

Education

Bachelor's degree in a relevant field

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

Right of Way Assistant Project Manager - Nashville, TN

Right of Way Assistant Project Manager - Nashville, TN

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Location : Remote (candidate must reside within a 1-hour commute of Nashville, TN)

Schedule : Full-time, Exempt

Travel : This is a travel-intensive role; Candidate should expect to spend the majority of their time on the road throughout Tennessee

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

• Assist in managing complex, federally funded public sector Right of Way projects from initiation through closeout
• Support acquisition and relocation tasks, ensuring compliance with applicable regulations and project guidelines
• Collaborate with the Project Manager, clients, and the ROW team to ensure projects are executed smoothly and efficiently
• Help define and maintain project scope, monitor budgets, and track financial requirements throughout the project lifecycle
• Build and maintain relationships with vendors, agencies, and stakeholders to support project success and future opportunities
• Contribute to business development efforts and support recruiting initiatives to strengthen the ROW team
• Oversee day-to-day operations, including project reporting, client invoicing, and team coordination
• Manage direct reports, fostering strong performance and helping keep the project on schedule and within scope

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 eight (8) years of Right of Way acquisition experience
• Must include performing relocations under 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

Bonus Points if you have management experience!

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 projects.

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, the employee is regularly required to clearly communicate and exchange information in person, via phone and email. Substantial repetitive movements of the wrists, hands and / or fingers due to high amounts of computer usage and typing. Expected to spend long spans of time in front of a computer screen. Able to read, understand and interpret department related documents and data. This is a largely sedentary role; however, the employee is occasionally required to move about inside the office to access files, office equipment and to interact with other members of the staff. This employee is required to occasionally travel to government buildings which involves time driving; sometimes for long durations.

Seniority level

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Job function

Project Management and General Business

Real Estate and Professional Services

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