Research Associate Project Manager Jobs in Lewiston, ME

Coates Field Service, Inc. is seeking an experienced Project Manager for a power project in Augusta, Maine. The right candidate will have advanced technical proficiencies and experience working with project databases. The Real Estate and Land Management Project Manager is responsible for coordinating land management and real estate activities between several projects including external contractor resources, land acquisition budget, cost control, reporting, and managing priorities to deliver results according to the project scope and schedule.

Must be a licensed Real Estate Broker for Maine.

**Per Diem NOT Available**

Responsibilities:

• Serve as lead for the role on assigned projects to develop project scope, schedule, budget, forecast, deliverables, and milestones in regard to the evaluation and acquisition of real estate property rights.
• Coordinate activities from a land management standpoint with the project and/or operations groups, project outreach, permitting, legal, and engineering, among other internal stakeholders.
• Facilitate and manage the work of external contractors on assigned projects. Set expectations and goals. Ensure high-quality deliverables are provided in adherence to certain standards. Serve as liaison between contracted land vendors and business areas.
• Lead internal and contractor resources in the negotiation and acquisition of right-of-way and other real property interests as necessary, to accommodate the construction, operation, and maintenance of assets after construction.
• Manage land budget for the programs and projects assigned, in preparation of right-of-way related cost estimates associated with land and easement acquisitions.
• Continuously monitor and evaluate the efficiency and effectiveness of service delivery methods and procedures; identify opportunities for improvement.

Job Requirements

• Understanding of real estate concepts of property rights evaluation and acquisition including fee-ownership, easements, option agreements, leases/licenses, environmental considerations, property valuation, and basic title report review.
• Knowledge of utility network assets such as transmission lines, substations
• Ability to interpret and research (abstract) legal documents (e.g. federal, state, municipal and private records) preferred.
• Pertinent Federal, State, and local real estate laws, codes and regulations
• Project management tools and techniques. Able to coordinate several projects at the same time. Expense and accrual forecasts and planning for Operating and Capital Budgets.
• Strong negotiation and interpersonal skills. Clear, concise written and oral communications.
• Ability to interpret and research (abstract) legal documents (e.g. federal, state, municipal and private records).
• Utilization of property rights and mapping software database including GIS-based tools
• Microsoft Office Suite and Google Earth.

Education and Experienced Required:

• Must be Licensed Real Estate Broker for State of Maine
• Bachelor’s degree in Land Management, Engineering, Real Estate, or equivalent preferred.
• Project Manager certificate (PMP or equivalent) recommended
• Minimum of 3 years relevant work experience, of which 2 years that include experience working on Electrical, Oil & Gas Pipelines or other Utility projects.
• Knowledge of Real Estate strategy gained through education and/or experience
• Any professional licenses preferred but not required.
• Work remotely allowed but should be available to traveling for assignments.

Who We Are:

Coates has a 75-year history providing comprehensive land acquisition and right of way services to municipalities, utilities, energy providers, and oil and gas companies nationwide. The first firm of its kind, we are widely recognized as a leader in the land and right of way acquisition industry. A national corporation, Coates has the depth of knowledge and the ability to respond to client needs in all 50 states. Coates is headquartered in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, with regional offices located throughout the United States. It is our mission to provide professional, high-quality, cost-efficient land acquisition and right-of-way services our clients need, when and where they need us.

Coates is committed to rewarding the loyalty of the national team of Coates’ Employees. Coates hires the best candidates available for all positions, without regard to the individual's race, religion, or sexual preference or orientation. Coates is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).

Coates offers a comprehensive and generous benefits package, including medical/dental, vision, STD/LTD, life insurance, paid time off, company paid holidays, and more!