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ERM · 1 day ago

Managing Consultant, Project Manager, Land and Right-of-Way

Rolling Meadows, IL

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$88K/yr - $100K/yr

5+ years exp

ERM is a global sustainability consultancy seeking an experienced Managing Consultant, Project Manager to lead and deliver complex Land and Right-of-Way initiatives. This role involves driving the negotiation and acquisition of land agreements while serving as a strategic partner to clients, ensuring project success and compliance with regulatory standards.

ConsultingHealth CarePublic Safety

No H1B

Responsibilities

Manage end-to-end land acquisition processes, including negotiations and securing agreements

Advise clients on strategic land and right-of-way issues, providing actionable recommendations

Oversee deed/title research, permitting applications, and damage claim investigations

Develop proposals, budgets, schedules, and progress reports for multiple projects

Lead business development efforts to grow ERM’s Land & Right-of-Way team

Supervise staff and subcontractors, ensuring quality and compliance

Mentor junior consultants and foster a collaborative team environment

Qualification

Land project managementBudget managementNegotiation skillsIRWA certificationLand lawsRisk identificationCommunication skillsRelationship-building

Required

Bachelor's degree in a related field and 5+ years of experience in land and right-of-way project management

Proven ability to negotiate and secure legal land agreements with diverse stakeholders

Strong communication and relationship-building skills with internal teams and external clients

Expertise in managing budgets, schedules, and scopes across multiple projects

Knowledge of property rights, eminent domain, and state/local land laws

Ability to identify risks and solutions to resolve conflicts

This position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship

Preferred

IRWA certification

Familiarity with pipeline and electric transmission construction practices, in addition to types of local land use controls, health and safety requirements, and wetland, cultural and other environmental regulations

Experience with environmental regulations, permitting processes, and land valuation studies