Land Services Project Manager (Energy)

TL;DR

Land Services Project Manager (Energy): Manage land services projects for energy and infrastructure including transmission, renewables, pipelines from conception to completion with an accent on land acquisition, title research, right-of-way, and stakeholder coordination. Focus on developing schedules and budgets, resolving risks and title issues, overseeing agents and subconsultants, and ensuring compliance with contracts and quality standards.

Location: Based out of Minnesota (Minneapolis, MN, USA); remote, in-office, or hybrid work arrangement possible; willingness to travel up to 25% to project sites; US work authorization required (E-Verify).

Salary: $111,300–$145,300 per year

Company

Medium-sized consulting company serving energy, mining, transportation, manufacturing, construction, land development, and government sectors.

What you will do

• Lead land services scopes for energy projects including transmission, distribution, substations, renewables, and pipelines.
• Develop and manage project schedules, budgets, work plans, and deliverables from initiation to closeout.
• Direct land acquisition, title research, ownership verification, and resolution of title issues.
• Coordinate right-of-way agents, title agents, surveyors, subconsultants, clients, landowners, legal, engineering, and environmental teams.
• Track performance, identify risks, prepare proposals, ensure compliance, and deliver status updates.
• Mentor staff, monitor budgets, handle invoicing, and maintain project documentation.

Requirements

• 5+ years in land services, 3+ years project management in energy industry.
• Experience in land acquisition, energy, real estate, permitting, project development, transmission lines, and pipelines preferred.
• Exceptional communication, negotiation, problem-solving, and delegation skills.
• Comfortable with public speaking, adapting to changes, and working in office/field environments.
• Bachelor's degree in geography, real estate, planning, project management, business, or related preferred.

Culture & Benefits

• 4 weeks paid vacation, 10 paid holidays, generous benefits and compensation.
• Remote, in-office, or hybrid work; travel support for remote employees to team meetings and events.
• Annual career-related training, organic growth opportunities, and idea-sharing for new service lines.
• Commitment to quality, safety, professional integrity, long-term client relationships, and inclusive culture.