ROW Delivery Lead - Grid Modernization Programs

Jacobs; Fort Wayne (IN); Hybrid; USD 92,000 - 144,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan

Stock purchase program

PPTO (unlimited)

Job summary

Jacobs is seeking an experienced ROW Program Lead to direct a portfolio of transmission, substation, and grid modernization projects for a major electric utility. You will manage internal staff and external partners, drive ROW acquisition, and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements within a PMO framework.

In this role, you’ll collaborate with SOAR+E discipline leaders, develop program standards, and deliver integrated ROW solutions across multiple programs.

Qualifications

• 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.
• Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and leadership skills.

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

Communication

Stakeholder management

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Real Estate, Land Management, Environmental Planning, Business, Engineering, Geography, Public Administration, or a related field

Job description

Jacobs is seeking an experienced ROW Program Lead to direct a portfolio of transmission, substation, and grid modernization projects for a major electric utility. You will manage internal staff and external partners, drive ROW acquisition, and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements within a PMO framework.

In this role, you’ll collaborate with SOAR+E discipline leaders, develop program standards, and deliver integrated ROW solutions across multiple programs.