Senior Rights Of Way Management Representative (Hybrid - Herndon, VA)
At Dominion Energy we love our jobs. That’s right. Love. Every day we go to work filled with passion to be excellent, to creatively problem solve and to innovate. These are exciting days for energy companies, and Dominion Energy aims to shape the future of energy in America. We are looking at all of our work with fresh eyes, retooling everything we do, in every part of the company, to operate more sustainably and to deliver energy more reliably than ever. We are looking for interesting, independent thinkers and doers who can help shape the culture of a forward-looking company that’s proud of its rich legacy. Are you a change agent? Do you think differently? Do you want to fall in love with your job? If you answered “yes,” then read on!
We offer a hybrid 3-2 work schedule (three days in the office, two days of teleworking) to accommodate the need for flexibility.
Military service members and veterans with ranks from E5-E9, W1-CW5, or O3-O6, plus appropriate equivalent combination of education and years of experience as outlined below will be considered for this opportunity.
At this time, Dominion Energy cannot transfer nor sponsor a work visa for this position.
Job Summary
This role administers Right of Way management activities by reviewing, processing, negotiating and approving encroachments, which by definition are an intrusion on the Company’s land, Right of Way and land rights granted.
Responsible for evaluating encroachment requests and associated technical drawings and coordinating formal reviews across multiple disciplines within Dominion Energy, and/or evaluating site conditions. Serves as the single point of contact in encroachment request process and land rights inquiries with private property owners, developers, engineering, construction, federal/state/local entities and legal counsel.
Interprets and implements company policies and procedures affecting Dominion Energy’s Electric Transmission Right of Way. Coordinates legal review and advises on encroachment issues. Responsible for the ongoing management, administration, interpretation, compliance and enforcement of existing land rights contracts to include Easements, Government Permits and Deed files. Conducts and coordinates courthouse research including title work as determined necessary for capital projects. Researches and provides existing land rights information in support of regulatory and permitting activities. May testify before adjudicatory, regulatory and local government bodies related to easement rights and encroachments.
Manages Right of Way contractors and coordinates work activities pertaining to Right of Way management activities. Manages encroachment activities for capital projects which include creating estimates for encroachment mitigation and coordinating removal of illegal or unsafe encroachments on existing Right of Way corridors.
Patrols Right of Way corridors to identify and resolve unauthorized encroachment activity to ensure compliance with National Electric Safety Code (NESC) requirements and promote public safety.
Participates in public workshops to educate the public on land rights pertaining to proposed capital projects. Develops and maintains working relationships with the public, including governmental entities.
Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Experience
The knowledge, skills, abilities and experience required for entry into this job include the following:
6+ years related experience.
Full knowledge and application of technical drafting.
Full knowledge and application of real estate principles, surveying and applied mathematics.
Full knowledge and application of company policies and procedures.
Knowledge of modern construction concepts
Skills: manual technical drawing, personal computer operation and applications, good written and verbal communication, interpersonal.
Knowledge and interpretation of technical drawings
Project Management skills
Knowledge and ability to use GIS systems
Contract Administration/Management Skills
Abilities: demonstrated abstract and conceptual thinking, perform mathematical/surveying calculations.
Education Requirements
Degree or an equivalent combination of education and demonstrated related experience may be accepted in lieu of preferred level of education:
Associate
Preferred DIscipline: Drafting and Design, Mechanical Drawing, Electrical Technology
Other disciplines may be substituted for the preferred disciplines(s) listed above.
Licenses, Certifications, or Quals Description
Working Conditions
Cold 26-50%
Office Work Environment 51-75%
Outdoors 26-50%
Travel 51-75%
Other Working Conditions
Test Description
No Testing Required
Export Control
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Other Information
We offer excellent plans and programs for employees. Employees are rewarded with a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package which may include: health benefits with coverage for families and domestic partners, vacation, retirement plans, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, and much more. To learn more about our benefits, click here
Dominion Energy is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their protected veteran or disabled status.
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