What are the responsibilities and job description for the Manager, Land position at Howard Energy Partners?
Job Summary:
The primary responsibility of the Manager, Land will be to oversee Right-of-Way (ROW) projects from initial estimates through acquisition and construction, maintain quality landowner relationships, and coordination of ROW monitoring and maintenance in fulfillment of easement provisions.
Duties/Responsibilities:
- Represent company in professional manner and develop rapport with landowners, consultants, and stakeholders.
- Manage Land projects by providing oversight of project deliverables, budgets, and project staffing.
- Ensure project schedule expectations are met.
- Manage brokers, consultants, and attorneys in acquisition, title, and curative matters as appropriate.
- Ensure department milestones and goals are met and adhere to approved budgets.
- Work with land administration and support personnel to maintain accurate land records.
- Mentor and assist in training Land Coordinator(s) and Analyst(s).
- Review, draft, negotiate, and interpret agreements, easements, leases, and contracts.
- Assist Senior Land Manager in providing information to Engineering and Project Management staff in ensuring proper reporting of quarterly and annual information to senior management.
- Due diligence of acquisitions, mergers, and divestitures.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
Required Skills/Abilities:
- Proficiency in all aspects of land management
- Proficiency in Microsoft applications including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
- Demonstrated negotiation skills and ability to develop land agreement strategies
- Ability to lead and manage others
- Ability to identify solutions and resolve conflicts
- Ability to interpret maps, plats, plans & surveys
- Ability to manage multiple projects and contractors
- Working knowledge of pipeline construction practices
- Strong interpersonal, analytical, and communication skills
- Self-starter requiring minimal supervision
- Ability to operate independently and as part of a team
- Demonstrate effective leadership skills
- Proficiency in land management software and applications
Education and Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in a related field required, or at least 5 years of Land or Real Estate experience with at least 3 years of those being at corporate level supporting energy infrastructure projects (e.g., pipeline, midstream oil & gas, utility transmission).
- Minimum 1 years in a supervisory role
Certifications:
- None Required
Physical Demands and Hazard for Field Employees:
This position may require occasional travel to remote sites, potential exposure to flammable material, adherence to safety protocols, compliance with operating regulations, and will require rigorous physical demands.
Thank you for your interest in Howard Energy Partners, an equal opportunity employer. If you need additional information, have questions, or need accommodations, please reach out to the Human Resources department at 210-298-2222.
