[Hiring] Land Solutions Project Manager @Atwell, LLC

Role Description

Atwell is seeking a Land Solutions Project Manager to support a major energy utility client across a portfolio of land and right of way projects. In this role, you'll serve as a primary point of contact between Atwell and the client, owning project delivery from scoping through closeout while building a relationship that evolves with the client's long-term goals.

While this role is remote, proximity to Michigan is a strong advantage, as this role involves regular client engagement and field travel throughout the region.

You'll manage the full project lifecycle for energy utility land work:

• Establishing scope, budgets, and schedules
• Negotiating and executing contracts
• Ensuring all deliverables meet client expectations
• Coordinating property acquisition activities including ROW easements, surface leases, rights of entry, damage settlements, and encroachment agreements in support of utility infrastructure projects
• Assembling and directing project teams
• Managing sub-consultants
• Tracking milestones
• Troubleshooting issues as they arise

On the business side, you'll:

• Identify growth opportunities within the client relationship
• Follow up on proposals
• Contribute to Atwell's broader market presence in the energy sector

Internally, you'll:

• Maintain accurate project records in Vision
• Manage invoicing and A/R
• Report financial performance to leadership
• Mentor junior team members

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Science, Land Planning, Land Surveying, or equivalent
• 4+ years of project management experience in the energy industry, with a focus on property rights and easement acquisition
• Hands-on experience supporting electric, gas, or energy utility clients on land and ROW programs
• Expertise in land agreements and negotiations — ROW easements, surface leases, encroachment agreements, rights of entry, fee property, and damage settlements
• Working knowledge of regulations governing right of way and other property rights
• Experience with Vision as a project management tool
• AAPL or SR/WA certification is a plus

Requirements

• Client-focused, independent professional
• Ability to navigate complex utility land programs with persistence and precision
• Clear communication skills
• Ability to manage competing priorities without losing sight of quality
• Collaborative mindset
• Comfortable with travel within the region

Benefits

• Generous Paid Time Off
• Paid Parental Leave
• Flexible work schedules are available for some positions
• Tenure Awards — Travel Vouchers to see the world based on your travel preferences
• Competitive Compensation packages
• Annual bonuses, spot bonuses and peer recognition awards
• 401K match - 1:1 up to 4% of compensation
• Tuition Assistance
• Student Loan Repayment
• Paid Licensing / Certification Fees and Renewals
• Financial Rewards for Obtaining Licensure
• Employee Referrals
• Annual Wellness Reimbursement for anything wellness related (Gym memberships, fitness tracker, home gym equipment, etc.)
• Dependent Care Match
• Medical (BC/BS), Dental (Delta), and Vision (VSP)
• Family Planning & IVF Benefits
• Pet Insurance
• Health Savings Account & Flex Spending Account options
• Employer paid LTD, STD, and life insurance
• Metlife Supplemental Benefits covering accident, hospitalization, and critical illness
• Member Assistance Program (MAP) with complimentary counseling sessions, legal benefits, financial consultations, and work/life referral services