Utilities Right of Way Divisional Director - DFW Texas

Ready to take your leadership skills to new heights and make a real impact in ORC's Utilities sector? ORC is seeking a full-time, exempt Divisional Director to lead our business development efforts in Texas, building and nurturing strategic relationships with key clients, and developing strategies to expand our footprint in the state. This is a chance to shape the future of our company and your career. The selected candidate will reside in the Dallas/Fort Worth, TX area and can expect to report to ORC's Fort Worth, TX office as requested. Candidate can expect to travel about 50% of the time based on project requirements.ORC offers an amazing work environment surrounded by a vibrant team that is not only there to challenge and support you, but also will inspire you every day! Leadership is transparent, flexibility is key, and autonomy is part of the job. At ORC, diversity matters, voices are heard, and leadership shows they care.What you will be doing: Day-to-day project management:Promoting and pursing new business development opportunitiesClient relationship management with key clients, vendors, and agenciesDevelop written technical and cost proposals for projectsRepresent ORC at local, regional, and national industry association eventsDetermine and implement strategic initiatives within territory aligning with company’s overall goalsOverseeing complicated right of way projects within territory which will span multiple statesAudit of budgets and financial requirementsEnsure projects are on scheduleDay-to-day management of personnel:Oversee and provide support to a staff of at least 3 but will growPerformance management for direct reportsSupport of recruiting effortsWe are looking for someone who:Is creative and able to implement new ideas and strategiesEnjoys mentoring and has leadership/managerial skillsIs able to work efficiently and effectively under tight deadlines, as well as balance multiple projects by prioritizing effectivelyHas outstanding communication skills; verbal, written, interpersonal, listeningIs analytical, a problem solver, and has strong negotiation skillsIs persuasive and compellingHas a professional demeanor and ability to interact with all levels, in and outside of the organizationWhat we are offering:Excellent base salaryBonus opportunitiesComprehensive medical, dental and vision plansGenerous paid time off401K & DisabilityLeadership Development Programs, tuition reimbursement, professional training and flexible work schedulesRecognition programs, growth opportunities and family-oriented atmosphere Here are the minimum requirements: Minimum of 10 years of Right of Way experienceMust include 5 years of managing projectsMust have experience managing Electric Transmission and/or Distribution projectsExperience overseeing projects totaling a minimum of $5 millionExperience effectively managing direct reportsPrior experience managing budgets and preparing reports on project financialsMust be proficient with MS Office Suite, specifically Excel, Word, Outlook, and DropboxMust have an iOS or Android smartphone to be able to access ORC's systemsValid Driver’s LicenseBonus Points if you have a Project Management Professional (PMP) certification, prior sales, business development and/or proposal development experienceORC is one of America’s most respected right-of-way acquisition firms. Our services not only include providing outsourced right-of-way services to public agencies, but also electric transmission, oil and gas pipelines, fiber optic, and sewer and water infrastructure. We are excited to be part of the renewable energy forefront for wind and solar projects.Employees must avoid any relationship or activity that might impair, or even appear to impair, their ability to make objective and fair decisions when performing their jobs. To avoid conflicts of interest, employees are prohibited from performing any services for clients or perceived clients during nonworking time that are normally performed by ORC, including the sale of real estate.Physical Requirements: English language proficient. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to clearly communicate and exchange information in person, via phone and email. Substantial repetitive movements of the wrists, hands and/or fingers due to high amounts of computer usage and typing. Expected to spend long spans of time in front of a computer screen. Able to read, understand and interpret department related documents and data. Able to make quick decisions, present to staff and clients, have difficult conversations and supervise staff. The employee is required to move about inside the office to access files, office equipment and to interact with other members of the staff. This role requires the employee to travel regularly to meet with clients or vendors which involves time driving; sometimes for long durations. While meeting with clients and vendors, will need to be outdoors traversing different types of landscapes. May be exposed to the elements (heat, rain, snow, cold).

Created: 2025-05-31