Land Solutions Project Manager, Energy Utility, Remote - Michigan

About the role

Atwell, LLC is seeking a Land Solutions Project Manager to support a major energy utility client across a portfolio of land and right of way projects. The role involves managing the full project lifecycle, coordinating property acquisition activities, assembling and directing project teams, and maintaining accurate project records.

Responsibilities

• Establish scope, budgets, and schedules for energy utility land work
• Negotiate and execute contracts for property rights and easement acquisition
• Support utility infrastructure projects by managing ROW easements, surface leases, rights of entry, damage settlements, and encroachment agreements
• Identify growth opportunities within the client relationship and contribute to Atwell's broader market presence in the energy sector
• Maintain accurate project records in Vision, manage invoicing and accounts receivable, and report financial performance to leadership
• Mentor junior team members

Requirements

• 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, including 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

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience supporting electric, gas, or energy utility clients on land and ROW programs
• Expertise in land agreements and negotiations, including 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

Skills

• Client-focused and independent professional
• Persistence and precision in navigating complex utility land programs
• Clear communication and ability to manage competing priorities
• Collaborative mindset

Benefits

• Generous Paid Time Off
• Paid Parental Leave
• Flexible work schedules
• Tenure Awards — Travel Vouchers to see the world based on your travel preferences
• 401K match - 1:1 up to 4% of compensation
• Compensation: Competitive Compensation packages, annual bonuses, spot bonuses and peer recognition awards
• Employee Referrals
• Annual Wellness Reimbursement for anything wellness related (Gym memberships, fitness tracker, home gym equipment, etc.)
• Dependent Care Match
• ‘Atwell’ness: Medical (BC/BS), Dental (Delta), and Vision (VSP)
• 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
• ‘Atwell’ness: Medical (BC/BS), Dental (Delta), and Vision (VSP)
• 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
• ‘Atwell’ness: Medical (BC/BS), Dental (Delta), and Vision (VSP)
• Financial Rewards for Obtaining Licensure