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AECOM · 2 months ago

Assistant Project Manager - Utility Design Reviewer

United States

Full-time

Remote

Mid, Senior Level

6+ years exp

AECOM is a global infrastructure leader committed to delivering a better world. The Assistant Project Manager - Utility Design Reviewer will be responsible for preparing and reviewing utility Reports of Investigation, ensuring compliance with the client's Right-of-Way Manual for various utility facilities impacted by the high-speed rail system.

Civil EngineeringConstructionConsultingEnergyGovernmentInformation Technology

No H1B

Responsibilities

Review utility relocation design plans and right-of-way maps for the following determinations:

Recommendation on approvals on all utility determination packages submitted by the utility relocation staff

Review all aspects of quality control

Confirm prior rights determination

Review for any betterments

Assess utility-preferred relocation alternatives and provide an analysis of the scope, right-of-way, schedule, and cost impacts

Develop and propose justifications regarding utility relocations and right-of-way exchanges for utility facilities, for project consideration

Review right-of-way acquisition maps, identify any incorrectly labeled easements, and request updated exhibits, as needed

Review easement exhibits prepared by the Design-Builder for accuracy and consistency

Review property rights conveyance documents with the counterparty to ensure all documentation is correct and accepted by all parties

Provide technical assistance as needed on utility issues to ensure appropriate and consistent interpretation and application of Master Agreements, policies, utility standards, and requirements on complex utility relocations

Review and identify prior land rights for JUA, CCUA, easements, and licenses with third parties

Conduct and coordinate review of utility rights crossing excess land

Coordinate and provide information for all utility owners in a timely manner

Represent Real Property Branch – Utility Team at all meetings, as requested

Qualification

Utility design reviewLand rights knowledgeRight-of-way expertiseTechnical correspondenceMicrosoft Office proficiencyCollaboration skillsOrganizational skillsCommunication skills

Required

BA/BS + 6 years of relevant experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education

Preferred

A degree in Engineering, Business, or Law is preferred but not required

5+ years of experience in the land services/right-of-way field

Knowledge of land rights as they relate to Utility facilities

Experience reviewing utility designs to ensure compliance with utility land rights and design standards

Knowledge of title research – Investigate records, documents, and reports to ascertain the history and status of various types of land rights

Knowledge of the Caltrans Utility Relocation Manual, Federal Statutes, and California State Statutes

A general understanding of land survey principles, and the ability to read and plot legal descriptions

Prepare technical correspondence and complete comprehensive reports; analyze situations accurately and adopt an effective course of action; and collaboration skills for meeting established project goals and objectives

Identify potential land rights conflicts that could create delays for the project

Maintain good communication skills and working relationships with third-party agencies, management, consultants, private sector contractors, subcontractors, and their associations

Interpret various types of land rights in the context of a regulated utility

Experience in developing and reviewing alternative route studies

Proficiency and knowledge of computer software applications such as Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Project, Power BI, scheduling software, and SharePoint

Strong organizational skills with the ability to track large data sets, and the ability to illustrate, analyze and convey those data sets effectively