Encroachment Specialist II/III/Sr

Williams; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Tuition reimbursement

Life insurance

Job summary

Williams in Pittsburgh seeks an experienced Encroachment Specialist Sr to lead land rights and encroachment solutions, safeguarding infrastructure projects. You will mentor teams, negotiate complex agreements, and ensure project progress aligns with strategic objectives.

The role requires deep regulatory understanding, proven partner engagement, and the ability to develop innovative risk mitigation strategies for critical clearances and cross-functional collaboration.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of experience in the oil and gas industry.
• Tertiary degree preferred in Business, Real Estate, Law, or Environmental studies.

Responsibilities

• Communicates with contractors, landowners, and agencies to review encroachment requirements.
• Documents pipeline crossings and encroachments per regulatory standards.
• Leads reviews of encroachment projects across departments for alignment.
• Manages data related to proposed encroachments and provides updates to internal customers.
• Conducts training on encroachment management processes for the assigned area.
• Leads monthly huddles with internal partners to discuss pending encroachments.
• Develops KPIs to measure encroachment management effectiveness.
• Performs other duties as assigned

Skills

Negotiation

Stakeholder management

Risk mitigation

Regulatory knowledge

Mentoring

Cross-functional leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in relevant fields

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

At Williams, we’re powering a cleaner, more connected future, and that starts with you. Here, your work fuels communities, drives innovation, and helps deliver reliable energy the world depends on. Join a Fortune 500 team that invests in your growth, values your contributions, and challenges you to make a lasting impact every day. As Encroachment Specialist Sr, you'll take lead and apply your advanced expertise in land rights and encroachment solutions to safeguard and propel our infrastructure projects. With a deep understanding of the regulatory landscape and a consistent track record of successful partner engagement, you'll be responsible for developing innovative risk mitigation strategies and securing critical project clearances. You will mentor and guide our team, enhancing collaboration across subject areas. This position requires the ability to lead complex negotiations and build lasting partnerships, ensuring projects progress smoothly, efficiently and align with our strategic objectives.

Responsibilities/Expectations

• Communicates with contractors, landowners, and governmental agencies proactively to articulate and review encroachment requirements as they pertain to proposed crossings and developments
• Offers guidance to operations in the accurate documentation of pipeline crossings and encroachments, ensuring all records are up-to-date and align with regulatory standards
• Plays a pivotal role in supporting the internal review process for encroachment projects among key departments to ensure a cohesive and integrated approach to handling encroachments
• Handles, collects, organizes, and tracks all relevant data related to proposed encroachments, serving as the central point for providing comprehensive updates to internal customers
• Conducts training sessions to educate and advise on standard methodologies, processes and procedures related to encroachment management for assigned area of responsibility
• Initiates and leads monthly huddle meetings with internal partners to review and discuss pending encroachment projects
• Develops and maintains key performance metrics to measure the effectiveness and efficiency of encroachment management processes
• Other duties as assigned

Education & Experience

Required: High school diploma or GED and ten (10) years of experience in the oil and gas industry.

Preferred: Bachelor's Degree in relevant fields such as Business Administration, Real Estate, Law, Environmental Studies, or a related subject area.

Other Requirements

• Demonstrates excellent organizational/interpersonal skills and safety as the utmost priority
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Applications and PC skills
• Knowledge and ability to read and interpret legal agreements, deeds and easements; Ability to read construction drawings and prepare contracts related to land use, encroachments, and right-of-way agreements
• Preferred: Experience in drafting legal agreements
• Preferred: Experience dealing with encroachment issues in the field
• Preferred: Familiarity with construction and safety guidelines of third parties to ensure compliance and safe practices during encroachment management
• Preferred: Understanding of 811 "Call Before You Dig" system and its application in preventing damage to underground utilities
• Preferred: Established relationships in operations and field settings
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Why Pittsburgh?

It’s where legacy meets innovation. You’ll find cutting-edge work happening alongside a rich history of industry and resilience. Add a lower cost of living, tight-knit communities and you’ve got a city built for people who want to make an impact. Check out VisitPittsburgh.com to learn more. We invest in our people in ways that actually show up in your day-to-day, not just on paper.

Total Rewards

Here’s a look at what that means:

• Strong pay plus an annual incentive program
• Hybrid work for most office roles, plus real flexibility in many field positions
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage with options that fit your life, not the other way around
• 401(k) with company match and an annual company contribution
• Paid time off, including company and floating holidays
• Paid parental leave (up to six weeks per parent), plus fertility and adoption support
• Advanced AI tools and resources to help level up and work smarter
• Clear paths to grow your career, with a strong culture of promoting from within
• Tuition reimbursement and support for continuing education
• HSA and FSA options
• Company-paid life insurance and disability coverage
• Employee stock purchase plan
• Domestic partner benefits
• Employee resource groups, wellness support, paid volunteer time, and company matching for causes you care about
• Eligibility and benefits are governed by the terms of the applicable plan or program document which can be amended or terminated at any time.
• For more information, please visit Total Rewards | Williams Companies.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Williams is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, national origin, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, genetic information or any other basis protected under applicable discrimination law.

Why Williams?

Looking to apply your passion and skills to the innovative and vital work that helps fuel the clean energy economy? As the world demands reliable, low-cost, low-carbon energy, Williams will be there. We currently handle one third of the natural gas in the United States that is used every day to heat homes, cook food and generate electricity.

We don’t offer jobs; we offer career opportunities that include:

• Competitive compensation and inclusive benefits
• Growth and development opportunities
• An inclusive culture where you can be yourself
• Opportunities to get involved in the community where you work and live
• Flexible work arrangements for many positions, including hybrid schedules