Sr Advisor Lands & ROW

Enbridge•Houston, TX

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

The safety of people, and protection of the environment, is our top priority at Enbridge! We seek to be a responsible and contributing member of the communities where we operate. In this role you provide Lands & Right-of-Way (ROW) support and senior advisor services to regional pipeline and facility operations personnel. If you are self-driven and a team-oriented Land professional, apply today! We offer opportunities for growth, competitive benefits, a pension plan, flex work and generous time off. Apply today, we'd love to hear from you! Come join Enbridge’s Lands & ROW team today. #joinourteam

Requirements

Undergraduate degree or diploma in land management/administration or related discipline and/or a fully qualified land professional with a minimum of 10 years of related right-of-way experience in progressive roles and/or equivalent years of post-secondary education and directly related industry experience
Thorough understanding of regional pipeline system, location of facilities and interactions with third party facilities
Proficient understanding of the legal issues related to land acquisitions and easements in operating area
Thorough understanding of Federal and State regulations relating to ROW activities and landowners’ responsibilities including Sovereign Nations and members.
Ability to interpret applicable legislation, regulations and processes. Equivalencies considered.
Must be familiar with, and can interpret legal plans, legal documentation, titles, deeds and engineering drawings
Proficient with current information technology including Microsoft Office suite of software, land databases, and geographic information systems (GIS).
Effective verbal and written communication skills
Demonstrated ability to connect with a variety of stakeholders to achieve business goals
Excellent interpersonal skills and initiative in dealing with a variety of external and internal customers and stakeholders (regulators, lawyers, industry, government, landowners and internal departments)
Team-oriented, positive attitude, self-driven and able to work independently
Ability to communicate effectively, show flexible decision-making skills and use sound judgement to reach a positive outcome for all parties
Share our core values of Safety, Integrity and Respect
Valid Drivers License

Nice To Haves

Knowledgeable in pipeline maintenance and operations and experience with landowner negotiations
Professional Designation from the International Right of Way Association and/or equivalent designation and/or other real estate or land related background

Responsibilities

Accountable to provide Lands & Right-of-Way (ROW) support services for the ongoing pipeline operations and maintenance activities within the region (damage claims, encroachment/land use monitoring, contamination/reclamation activities, drainage improvements, depth of cover mitigation, cathodic protection program, etc.)
Assist in the development and standardization of Land Operations procedures and policies including templates and forms of agreements
Provide quality assurance to ensure consistency in negotiation terms and conditions and document formatting
Project Land contact for regional projects, Core Projects/Programs, and facility enhancement projects
Advising internal Land Advisors in support of operational deliverables and land technical inquiries.
Liaise with company staff, governments and regulatory agencies, landowners and occupants, and members of the public
Coordinate land activities with various internal and external stakeholder groups such as Operations, Projects, Law, Environment, Public Affairs, and Regulatory
Provide Lands & ROW support to regional pipeline and facility operations personnel
Prepare, record and ensure regulatory compliance on land related legal interests, such as surface and sub-surface leases, farm leases, easements, permits, and construction related agreements with stakeholders and third-party companies.
Coordinates/supports land activities by utilizing various Geographic Information System (GIS) tools to gather landowner agreements and information
Responsible for supporting the research, development, revision, proofreading and commissioning of right-of-way related legal documents