Transmission Right of Way Manager at American Electric Power

Corpus Christi, Texas, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

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Utilities, Electric Power TransmissionIndustries

Requirements

Reports to the Right of Way Manager, Senior
Board authorization to sign easements and documents that are binding to AEP
Ability to interact and negotiate with high profile or multi-state entities such as government agencies, corporations or major customers
Knowledge of land rights, licenses, leases, permits, easements, and other legal documents for transmission facilities
Ability to work with AEP Legal and outside counsel on land rights matters
Expertise to provide right of way expert testimony in civil courts or regulatory proceedings
Awareness of industry practices, trends, and best practices

Responsibilities

Manage and direct employees, both internal AEP and a large contract workforce engaged in transmission right of way activities throughout the region
Assure adherence to approved processes and documents including rights of entry, damage claims, contracts, easements, licenses, leases, permits, options to purchase and other legal documents
Ensure the proper maintenance and administration of company records including easements, right of way maps and records
Prepare and revise annually (where applicable) tax reports and other regulatory reports on all transmission land rights owned by AEP
Plan, organize and provide training to the regional TROW staff on the acquisition of land and land rights for transmission projects
Plan, organize and manage the regional efforts related to acquisition of land rights for transmission projects
Render guidance to other departments for the acquisition of land and land rights
Develop estimates and provide guidance for scheduling of right of way acquisition
Identify qualified suppliers; develop, bid and administer contracts with right of way procurement companies for work on transmission projects
Oversee, review and approve the preparation of nonstandard documents
Ensure consistent interpretation of easements and agreements and that all documents and forms used are acceptable to AEP Legal
Develop procurement strategies within the region, monitor costs, provide reports, develop and maintain budgets, ensure targets and goals are achieved, and assure alignment with Business Unit and Corporate strategy
Assist and confer with legal counsel and project managers in the preparation of condemnation cases and/or other court actions involving land and land rights matters, together with lawsuits which may result from the construction, operation or maintenance of AEP's electric transmission facilities
Appear as a witness in court actions as required
Manage TROW electronic tools and databases, and ensure efficient utilization
Secure land rights, licenses, leases, permits and other documents necessary for the construction, operation and maintenance of AEP's electric transmission facilities, and support joint venture and Transource project TROW needs outside of AEP-Transmission territory
Implement organizational and process improvements and report organizational performance
Enforce AEP's easement rights, coordinate with Forestry on tree trimming activities including resolving disputes, and resolve property owner complaints due to noise, nuisance shocks or other transmission line related issues