Project Manager - Right of Way

Kimley-Horn • Pittsburgh, PA

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Kimley-Horn is seeking a Right of Way Project Manager with 8+ years of experience to join the Pittsburgh, PA office. This role involves performing a variety of right-of-way activities, including research for cost estimates, scoping for appraisals and appraisal review, and acquisition support. The Project Manager will conduct title searches, review right-of-way and construction plans, prepare legal descriptions and acquisition documents, and negotiate with property owners. Additionally, the role includes coordinating relocation assistance, inspecting properties, supporting the determination of existing right-of-way, interpreting various project-related documents, and collaborating with internal teams, public agencies, and stakeholders. The position also requires preparing technical reports and documentation related to right-of-way activities.

Requirements

• Associate’s degree in business, planning, legal, or a related field
• 8+ years of experience in right-of-way, property acquisition, title research, appraisal, paralegal or related work
• Knowledge of right-of-way acquisition processes, property valuation, and title examination
• Familiarity with federal, state, and local regulations related to right-of-way and property acquisition
• Strong negotiation, analytical, and problem-solving skills
• Effective written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to work with property owners and diverse stakeholders
• Strong sense of urgency and self-initiative to meet client deadlines
• Detail-oriented with an ability to contribute to a positive work environment
• Ability to work independently and as a team
• Valid driver’s license
• Ability and willingness to activate or obtain WA Real Estate license

Nice To Haves

• Bachelors degree preferred
• Completion of coursework related to right of way industry or designations from IRWA, NHI or similar entities a plus

Responsibilities

• Perform right-of-way activities including research for cost estimates, scoping for appraisals and appraisal review, and acquisition support
• Conduct title searches to identify property ownership and evaluate property interests and encumbrances.
• Review right-of-way and construction plans in preparation for landowner communications.
• Prepare legal descriptions, acquisition documents, and supporting materials
• Negotiate with property owners to acquire necessary right-of-way and easements
• Coordinate and provide relocation assistance in accordance with applicable regulations
• Inspect impacted properties and assess project impacts to land and structures
• Support determination of existing right-of-way along roadways and project corridors
• Interpret maps, plats, drawings, and engineering plans to support project execution
• Collaborate with internal teams, public agencies, and stakeholders to advance project goals
• Prepare technical reports, correspondence, and documentation related to right-of-way activities

Benefits

• 2-to-1 company match on up to 4% of eligible compensation (salary + bonus) and additional profit-sharing contribution
• Low-cost medical, dental, and vision insurance options
• Personal leave, flexible scheduling, floating holidays, and half-day Fridays
• Student loan matching in our 401(k)
• performance-based bonuses
• Tuition reimbursement and extensive internal training programs
• New Parent Leave, family building benefits, and childcare resources

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Associate degree