Right of Way Project Manager

HDR, Inc.; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

HDR is seeking a skilled Right-of-Way Project Manager in Memphis to plan and manage all aspects of diverse projects. You will independently coordinate professional staff, balance workloads, and ensure compliance with the Uniform Act while developing policies, budgets, and progress reports.

You will build strong client relationships, participate in marketing efforts, and collaborate with leadership to drive project success in HDR's employee-owned culture.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in related field (required).
• 7 years related experience (required).
• At least 2 years of project management experience (required).
• Ability to interact with various design teams and strong organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Plan and manage all aspects of small to medium single-discipline projects or large, routine projects.
• Coordinate work of professional staff and balance team workload during project development.
• Manage right-of-way projects including acquisition and relocation per the Uniform Act.
• Develop project policies, quality and safety plans, and maintain progress reports and budgets.
• Oversee project staff and provide training as needed.
• Build client relationships and participate in marketing efforts; attend meetings.
• Ensure timely completion of documents and coordinate workload across project development.

Skills

Right-of-way

Project management

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Job description

At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world?

Watch Our Story: ' https://www.hdrinc.com/our-story'

Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world.

Responsibilities

• Plan and manage all aspects of small to medium single-discipline projects or large, routine projects.
• Independently coordinate work of professional staff and balance team workload throughout the project’s development.
• Manage right-of-way projects of varying sizes, including acquisition and relocation in accordance with the Uniform Act.
• Develop project policies and procedures, including quality and safety plans; maintain progress reports; update project financials; and ensure compliance with applicable regulations.
• Oversee project staff and provide training as needed.
• Build client relationships and participate in marketing efforts; attend contractual, design, and production meetings.
• Participate in reviews with governing agencies for compliance.
• Conduct scope development and contract document work sessions with staff.
• Ensure timely completion of documents and coordinate workload throughout project development.
• Track financial aspects of projects and adjust team efforts to meet schedule and budget parameters.
• Collaborate with Business/Accounting Manager, Project Controller, Department Manager, and company leadership for project reviews.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Preferred Qualifications

• TDOT right-of-way experience
• 6-10 years of experience managing right-of-way projects
• Experience with acquisition and relocation following the Uniform Act
• Ability to complete and interpret title reports
• Tennessee Notary, or ability to obtain

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in related field
• 7 years related experience
• A minimum of 2 years project management experience
• Must have the ability to interact with various design teams, have excellent organizational, project management and communication (both written and verbal) skills
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must

What We Believe

HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.

Our Commitment

As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day.

Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.

Industry

Highway + Road

Schedule

Full-time

Employee Status

Regular

BusinessClass : Right of Way

Job Posting

Oct 12, 2026

At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity.

We are an Affi milative Action and Equal Opportunity Employe r.

We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.

We design solutions to the world's greatest challenges. We'realways looking for great talent to join our global teams.