Right-of-Way Program Lead — Hybrid Grid Delivery Leader

Jacobs; Bingham Farms (MI); Hybrid; USD 92,000 - 144,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) plan

Stock purchase plan

Unlimited PPTO

Job summary

Jacobs is seeking a Right-of-Way Program Lead to guide ROW services for electric transmission and related infrastructure across the Midwest and Eastern United States, coordinating internal staff and external consultants within the SOAR+E PMO framework.

You will drive delivery strategies, risk management, stakeholder engagement, and compliance with regulations while leading cross-functional teams and maintaining a focus on safety and schedule.

Qualifications

• The candidate has a Bachelor's degree in Real Estate, Land Management, Environmental Planning, Business, Engineering, Geography, Public Administration, or a related field.
• 10+ years of progressive right-of-way, land services, utility infrastructure, or related experience.
• Demonstrated experience leading ROW acquisition and land services programs for electric transmission, substation, renewable energy, or large infrastructure projects.
• Experience managing multidisciplinary teams, consultants, and external service providers.
• Strong understanding of ROW acquisition processes, easement negotiations, property rights, title review, appraisal support, and eminent domain procedures.
• Experience working within PMO, program management, or large capital delivery environments.
• Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and leadership skills.
• Ability to manage multiple concurrent projects and priorities across geographically dispersed teams.
• A valid driver's license and an acceptable driving record are required for this position.

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, execution, and performance of ROW services across a portfolio of electric transmission, substation, and related infrastructure projects.
• Manage and coordinate internal Jacobs staff and external ROW consultants, contractors, and subcontractors to achieve program objectives.
• Establish delivery strategies, work processes, and performance metrics that support efficient and consistent ROW execution across multiple projects.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for ROW matters within the SOAR+E team and PMO structure.
• Support development and implementation of program-level standards, procedures, tools, and reporting mechanisms.

Skills

ROW leadership

Team leadership

Stakeholder management

PMO experience

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Real Estate or related

Job description

Jacobs is seeking a Right-of-Way Program Lead to guide ROW services for electric transmission and related infrastructure across the Midwest and Eastern United States, coordinating internal staff and external consultants within the SOAR+E PMO framework.

You will drive delivery strategies, risk management, stakeholder engagement, and compliance with regulations while leading cross-functional teams and maintaining a focus on safety and schedule.