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Oncor Electric Delivery · 2 days ago

Certificate of Convenience and Necessity (CCN) Project Manager I

Ft Worth, Texas, United States

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

$87K/yr - $116K/yr

2+ years exp

Oncor Electric Delivery Company LLC, headquartered in Dallas, is a regulated electricity transmission and distribution business that provides reliable electricity delivery to consumers. The Certificate of Convenience and Necessity (CCN) Project Manager I will coordinate and manage projects related to the CCN application process and Right of Way (ROW) acquisition, ensuring alignment with company strategy and stakeholder engagement.

Electrical DistributionEnergy

Growth Opportunities

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Promote safety awareness and create a culture committed to safe work practices

Ensure that project stakeholders (e.g., Transmission Engineering, Transmission PMO, Transmission Planning, Distribution Planning, System Protection, Transmission Construction Management, Regulatory, Transmission Operations, and Customers) are aware of projects and provide input into project schedules and estimates

Perform site visits as required to visually assess site feasibility

Document and monitor action items to ensure stakeholders are aware of assignments and items are being completed timely

Monitor and escalate project risks in a timely manner such that corrections can be made to minimize project impact

Monitor and ensure project deliverables and deadlines are met

Monitor and ensure projects are on budget

Coordinate budget updates with Transmission Program Management Office (TPMO)

Performs all essential aspects and functions of the job as well as any other specific job requirements

Provides consultation and expertise on ROW matters that impact Transmission

Supports ROW acquisition activities including but not limited to mediation, settlement negotiations, and trial support throughout condemnation and appeals processes

Provides overall project management for assigned projects including contractor oversight and direction, budget and schedule adherence, communication and consultation with key stakeholders on emergent issues, and supporting Legal and Regulatory throughout

Oversees ROW acquisition including but not limited to landowner negotiations as needed, addressing associated schedule and budget

Review and validate Master Settlement statement from closing title company. Coordinate closing procedures for acquisition of properties

Assist Company counsel and leads or assists in mediation to resolve issues with landowners and condemnations to settle disputes

Directs the activities of outside consultants and Oncor personnel to complete transmission line routing studies, environmental assessments, and siting of transmission lines compliant with Oncor practice

Supports the CCN application process, per Public Utility Commission of Texas (PUCT) rules, in conjunction with Oncor regulatory team and other CCN Project Managers if assigned

Organizes and manages the timing of various routing studies as priorities change in order to ensure the timely filing of CCN applications. Supports efforts to draft and assemble CCN applications for filing

Attends and observes or participates in witness preparation and/or live testimony preparation with other CCN Project Managers

Assists in the preparation of written testimony, responses to discovery and other Requests for Information

Represents the company to various external entities as needed in association with project assignments

Assists as needed in coordinating, prioritizing, and communicating schedule and scoping changes related to ROW on future transmission projects

Facilitates and manages Special Project assignments on an as-needed basis

Qualification

Right of Way (ROW) ExpertiseProject ManagementNegotiation SkillsLegal Document ReviewMicrosoft Office ProficiencyRisk AnalysisCommunication SkillsOrganizational Skills

Required

High school diploma, GED, or equivalent AND 2+ years of experience in transmission/distribution engineering, construction, project management, operations, or regulatory role with proven ability in negotiating, mediating and working with external stakeholders in reaching a positive outcome is required

Will consider applicant's with Bachelor's degree in engineering, construction, project management, or business-related field AND at least one year of experience in a program/project management role or ROW related role in lieu of above criteria

Applicants with Project Management Professional (PMP), International Right of Way Association (IRWA) certification (Right of Way Agent (RWA), Texas Real Estate Commission Sales License, or an Easement or RWA License encouraged to apply

Able to learn, apply, and communicate technical topics related to the design, operation, and construction of Transmission facilities

Strong project management skills with experience managing large projects/programs

Strong verbal and written communications, with the ability to build working relationships with cross-functional teams and lead conversations with internal and external stakeholders

Strong organizational skills and ability to implement and improve project management lifecycle processes

Ability to adapt as well as analyze risk in changing conditions while appropriately prioritizing work assignments and consistently meeting deadlines

Understands purposes for adherence to financial and schedule constraints

Proficiency with Microsoft Office and various company computer applications

Preferred

Preferred reading and comprehension of appraisals, surveys, title commitments, deeds and easements. Familiarity with the Texas Property Code

Preferred experience in reading and comprehending legal documents as well as the ability to review and redline legal documents

Benefits

Annual incentive program.

Competitive health and welfare benefits (medical, dental, vision, life insurance).

Ability to earn wellness incentives (up to $2,300 in 2026 as an Employee only) and other wellbeing resources.

401k with dollar-for-dollar company match up to 6%.

401k match with student debt program.

Cash balance pension plan.

Adoption Assistance.

Mental health resources.

Employee resource groups.

Tuition reimbursement.

Competitive vacation, 10 company holidays and 2 personal holidays.

Paid parental leave.

Salary continuation for up to 6 months for approved employee illness or injury.

Other perks such as commuter benefits, electric vehicle incentive program, appliance purchase plan.

Company

Oncor Electric Delivery

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Oncor Electric Delivery Company LLC, headquartered in Dallas, is a regulated electricity distribution and transmission business that uses superior asset management skills to provide reliable electricity delivery to consumers.

Founded in 2001

Dallas, Texas, USA

1001-5000 employees

http://www.oncor.com/

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