Utilities Right of Way Program Manager - Virginia

O.R. Colan Associates, LLC; Virginia (MN); Remote; USD 147,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus opportunities

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

O.R. Colan Associates, LLC is hiring a Utilities Right of Way Program Manager for the Virginia region.

This remote role supports a portfolio of utility ROW projects, coordinating scope, schedules, budgets and standards across the program while you work from home within VA, NC, TN, KY, WV or MD. You will direct project managers, guide staffing plans, own reporting and forecasting, and build strong client relationships through regular engagement.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 8 years of right of way experience, including leadership across multiple projects or programs.
• Direct project managers or large delivery teams.
• Proficient with MS Office — Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Valid driver’s license and access to a smartphone.

Responsibilities

• Direct a program of utility right of way projects—align scope, schedules, budgets, and standards.
• Guide and support Project Managers, balancing resources and priorities across projects.
• Serve as primary point of contact for clients with regular communication and long-term relationships.
• Own program reporting, forecasting, and financial performance.
• Establish and enforce consistent delivery standards, tools, and processes.
• Manage program risks and escalations before they reach the client.
• Partner with leadership on staffing plans and growth for the program.

Skills

Project leadership

Client relationships

Forecasting

Budget management

MS Office

Communication

Staffing planning

Risk management

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

Utilities Right of Way Program Manager - Virginia

Department: Management

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Remote - VA

Compensation: $146,921 - $160,063 / year

Description

Location: VA, NC, TN, KY, WV, MD (candidate will have the flexibility to work out of their home office but must reside within the state of Virginia, North Carolina, Tennessee, Kentucky, West Virginia, Maryland)

Schedule: Full Time - Exempt

Travel: Candidate can expect to travel minimally (less than 10% of the time)

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. You’ll join a team that values collaboration, workplace flexibility, and long-term opportunity.

What You’ll Do

• Direct a program of related utility right of way projects — aligning scope, schedules, budgets, and standards across the portfolio
• Guide and support Project Managers, balancing resources and priorities across projects
• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, maintaining frequent communication and building strong, long-term relationships through consistent engagement and day-to-day partnership.
• Own program-level reporting, forecasting, and financial performance
• Establish and enforce consistent delivery standards, tools, and processes
• Manage program risks and escalations before they reach the client
• Partner with leadership on staffing plans and growth for the program

We’re Looking for Someone Who

• Leads with clarity and holds a high bar for quality and accuracy
• Is organized, analytical, and detail-oriented
• Works efficiently under tight deadlines and keeps multiple priorities moving across projects
• Communicates clearly and professionally — with team members, clients, and project leadership
• Develops people and builds strong, accountable teams
• Picks up new systems and software quickly

Minimum Requirements

• Minimum of [8] years of right of way experience, including leadership across multiple projects or programs
• Prior experience directing project managers or large delivery teams
• Proficient with MS Office Suite — specifically Excel, Word, and Outlook
• An iOS or Android smartphone to access ORC’s systems
• Valid driver’s license

Where You Fit

This posting covers a single level. The pay range is $146,921 – $160,063, and your offer will reflect your experience, demonstrated leadership, and what you show throughout the interview process.

Relocation and per diem are not provided.

Benefits

• Bonus Opportunities
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k) with company match, plus disability coverage
• Paid time off, sick time, and paid holidays
• Tuition reimbursement and paid professional development
• ClassPass and Breethe memberships
• Recognition programs and real room to grow

That’s the quick version — learn more about benefits at ORC.

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, it requires a combination of office-based and field work. Employees will spend prolonged periods sitting and performing computer-based tasks, including typing, data entry, and virtual communication, while also regularly traveling to landowner properties, project sites, and government facilities, some of which may be in rural or remote locations with limited accessibility. Driving is an essential function of the role and may involve extended periods and long-distance travel. Fieldwork may require walking over uneven terrain, standing, or navigating outdoor environments, with routine exposure to varying weather conditions such as heat, cold, rain, and snow. The role also involves frequent interaction with a diverse range of individuals, including landowners, government officials, and members of the public, requiring the ability to communicate effectively and maintain professionalism across differing personalities and potentially challenging situations. Flexibility in scheduling is necessary to accommodate travel, site access, and stakeholder availability, along with adherence to safety protocols in both office and field settings.