What are the responsibilities and job description for the Engineer ROW position at Allere?
Job Description
Job Description
At ALLERE GROUP , we pride ourselves in creating the perfect match for our candidates. We work tirelessly to build relationships with top companies across the nation, so we always have exciting opportunities for the right candidates. If you are excited about emerging technologies and would love to be a part of a progressive company, we want to talk to you!
Job Title : Engineer ROW
Location : Allentown, PA
Responsibilities :
- Determine the need for and acquire valid right of way for the construction, reconstruction, relocation, or improvement of electric distribution and communication facilities; and negotiate with property owners regarding job modifications and / or design changes.
- Meet engineering and construction schedules by obtaining the necessary right of way in the time allotted.
- Determine property ownership through investigation of courthouse records, tax maps, field inspections or other means and assure compliance with state, county and local municipal laws and ordinances which regulate land use.
- Secure access road agreements for distribution lines when required or when off right of way access is required.
- Assist in all phases of major distribution projects and work directly with contracted engineering firms in support of construction schedules.
- Plan and manage workload and any contractors, including approvals as needed for the use of Right of Way Contractors, from the Supervisor – Right of Way.
- Identify properties and negotiate lease agreements for temporary lay down areas associated with large distribution projects.
- Respond to, coordinate and resolve customer-initiated matters such as land use, crop damage claims, and status of existing distribution line facilities and interpretation of existing right of way agreements.
- Serve as liaison between property owners and the Company before, during and after completion of all assigned projects and is responsible for quick and efficient resolution of customer issues related to right of way.
- Assure timely communications with various managers, engineers, line clearance inspectors, tree crews, foremen, developers, contactors, customers, and others regarding the status of all assigned projects. Ensure that job status is updated in all work management systems.
- Prepare clear and concise documentation of the right of way process including agreements, revisions and / or modifications to agreements; correspondence, special instructions, contact logs, memoranda, reports and formal right of way releases; notarization and recording of required agreements.
- Facilitates acquisition and / or prepares and secures permits from government agencies and railroads.
Q ualifications
Bachelor's Degree in business, accounting, real estate or STEM disciplines and three (3) years of field experience in right of way, real estate, surveying, civil engineering and / or land management work or Associate’s Degree in n business, accounting, or STEM disciplines and five (5) years of field experience in right of way, real estate, surveying, civil engineering and / or land management work.
Experience
ALLERE GROUP is committed to our community and diversity. We are a proud woman-owned business (WBENC certified) and active supporters of numerous philanthropic, volunteer, and fundraising endeavors.
ALLERE GROUP offers direct hire, contract to hire, and statement of work placements. We offer access to employer healthcare benefits, and a 401k retirement plan. Allere Group provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
