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About the Role

The Manager, Right of Way provides strategic and operational leadership for right of way services within a designated sub‑state region. This role leads project teams, manages client relationships, and supports business development while ensuring consistent delivery of compliant, high-quality right of way services. As a regional leader, the Manager oversees regional business development, project execution, develops staff, and aligns resources to support long-term client and organizational success.

Responsibilities

Lead regional right of way projects across the utility, renewable energy, and transportation sectors.
Manage and grow the Texas Right of Way Group in coordination with the National Director.
Achieve revenue targets and maintain team utilization goals.
Establish and achieve annual growth objectives.
Manage and oversee multiple right of way projects concurrently, ensuring scope, schedule, budget, quality, and regulatory requirements are met.
Serve as a primary client contact for assigned accounts, fostering strong relationships and serving as a trusted advisor throughout the project lifecycle.
Work closely with clients, design teams, and internal stakeholders to align project objectives and resolve complex right of way issues.
Coordinate and oversee title research, survey, legal, and appraisal consultants to ensure timely and accurate project execution.
Lead and support right of way agents by providing oversight related to negotiation services, administrative processes, and issue resolution.
Ensure compliance with applicable acquisition and relocation requirements, including the Uniform Relocation Assistance and Real Property Acquisition Policies Act.
Promote consistency, accountability, and best practices across project delivery through effective communication and documentation.
Foster a collaborative, high‑performing team environment that supports problem-solving, adaptability, and positive stakeholder engagement.
Promotes, develops and expands formal agent training through established WSB training program and practices.
May remain in a stationary position for extended periods.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Executes specific goals & operational plans for assigned teams within Group plans.
Plans for upcoming work, allocates budgets, & schedules needed resources.
Maintains adherence to quality standards and administrative policies (e.g., time sheets, expense reports).
Leads people through coaching and development, effective performance management, and hiring and workforce planning.
Oversees budgets and project portfolios aligned to team goals.
Manages risk and resource planning for successful delivery.
Manages day-to-day client relationships, ensuring consistent communication, issue resolution, and client satisfaction.
Builds strong client relationships that support retention and repeat work.
Expand the client base through strategic business development.
Identifies and communicates opportunities to expand services or engage new clients, supporting business development efforts and documenting pursuits.
Use Salesforce to manage client relationships, pursuits, and pipeline activity.

Requirements

10+ years of right of way experience, including project management, acquisition, relocation, title examination, and analysis.
3+ years of people leadership and managing a team of right of way professionals.
3+ years of business development with utility companies, oil & gas companies, renewable energy firms, and government agencies.
Strong knowledge of right of way acquisition, negotiation, and relocation processes.
Proven experience working with multidisciplinary teams and external partners.
Experience managing multiple projects and priorities in a fast‑paced environment.
Understanding of the Uniform Relocation Act and applicable Right of Way regulations.
Local State Real Estate License and Public Notary License as applicable to state of work.
Proficiency in GIS platforms, Microsoft Suite Products (e.g. Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, SharePoint, OneDrive, etc).
Work is primarily performed in an office environment with standard office equipment.
Must be able to work onsite at a WSB office, as needed, up to five days per week, as required by the project, client, or hiring manager.
Travel or field visits may be required to support project needs or stakeholder collaboration.
Travel to project sites may be local or out-of-state.

Skills

Right of way project leadership
Client relationship management
Business development
Project management
Acquisition
Relocation
Title examination
Analysis
People leadership
Negotiation
Uniform Relocation Act
GIS platforms
Microsoft Suite Products
Salesforce

Location

Texas

Work Type

Full-time
Onsite

Experience Level

10+ years of experience
3+ years of leadership experience

Education Level

Associate’s degree in business, planning, survey, real estate, or a closely related field (preferred)
IRWA SR/WA designation (preferred)
AAPL Member (preferred)

Benefits

Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Life insurance
Company paid short- and long-term disability
401K with match
Paid time off
Paid holidays
Tuition reimbursement
Opportunities for professional growth and development

About the Company

WSB is a design and consulting firm specializing in Transportation, Community Planning, Environmental, Energy, Municipal, and Construction services.
We provide solutions for the places, spaces and systems that support our lives.
We offer services in more than 50 complementary areas across the nation.

Equal Opportunity

As an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran or disability status.
WSB strives to ensure that its careers website is accessible to all. If you need assistance completing your online application, please email wsbrecruiting@wsbeng.com.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, WSB is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans. If you need a reasonable accommodation to assist with your job search or application for employment, please e-mail us at wsbrecruiting@wsbeng.com. In your e-mail, please include a description of the specific accommodation you are requesting as well as the job title and requisition number of the position for which you are applying.
Notice to Third Party Agencies: WSB does not accept unsolicited resumes from third party recruiting firms. Absent a signed Service Agreement by WSB, we reserve the right to pursue and hire any unsolicited candidates without financial obligation to recruiters or agencies.