Manager-Land & Right of Way

Primary purpose:

Manage and directly support Land & Right of Way staff related to real property acquisition, management, and disposition, including but not limited to fee title ownership, rights of way, permits, licenses, leases, and encroachments of company assets. In addition, manage and support landowner/agency notifications, damage negotiations and payments, litigation support, partial releases, third-party condemnations, quiet title actions, damage prevention support, interpretation and communication of easement rights.

Tallgrass was named one of the Top Workplaces USA and highlighted in Colorado''s Top Workplaces for the past seven consecutive years. Tallgrass is a leading energy infrastructure company focused on safely, reliably, and sustainably delivering the energy and services that power our nation and enable our quality of life.

At Tallgrass, we value our teams and strive to create an environment where employees feel respected, and their contributions are valued. We aim to support employees'' physical, mental, and financial well-being through a comprehensive Total Rewards Program.

• Industry competitive pay
• Health insurance package options that include Flexible Spending & Health Savings Accounts
• Infertility Coverage
• Parental Leave
• 401(k) with up to a 6% match that vests immediately plus an employer discretionary contribution of up to 4%
• Wellness Programs and Mental Health Resources
• Employer-paid life insurance, short-term disability, and long-term disability coverage
• Critical Illness & Accident Insurance
• Vacation, sick days, paid caregiver leave, volunteer and bereavement paid time off
• Identity theft protection
• Annual discretionary bonus
• Generous Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Company-paid holidays and floating holidays
• Company vehicle (if applicable)
• Employee discounts; vehicles, tires, cellular plans, and more
• Networking and employee engagement events
• Personal development to grow your career with us based on your strengths and interests

Application Deadline: Recruiting timelines vary by position; however, all Tallgrass positions accept applications for at least five business days from the posting date. This position is open and still accepting applications.

Compensation: Compensation ranges are provided in good faith based on what we anticipate when researching wages for this position at the state and national levels. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range. This salary range may also be modified in the future.

Notice to External Search Firms: Tallgrass does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or employment agencies. Unsolicited referrals and resumes are considered Tallgrass property; therefore, Tallgrass will not pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited referral. Approved vendors may be invited to refer talent for specific positions at Tallgrass''s request only. A fully executed agreement with Tallgrass must be in place and current in these cases.

EEO Statement: Tallgrass complies with all Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) affirmative action laws and regulations. Tallgrass does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, religion, color, sex, national origin, marital status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender Identity and expression, disability, veteran status, pregnancy status, or other status protected by law.

Minimum requirements:

Education:

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in a related field such as land management, energy management, geography, business, engineering, law, etc. is preferred or 10 years of equivalent experience.

Experience/Specific Knowledge:

• A minimum of ten (10) years of experience with right-of-way responsibilities in the energy sector.
• A minimum of ten (10) years with direct people management.
• Knowledge of real property law, business law, commodity pricing, title examination standards and procedures, agricultural and ranching practices, and general pipeline construction and operations activities.
• Knowledge of engineering terminology, drawings, and maps.
• Knowledge of applicable federal, state, and local governmental laws and regulations relative to acquisition, maintenance, and management of real property property interests.
• Knowledge of applicable company standards for pipeline operations, real property acquisition and management, title sufficiency documentation, common pipeline facility construction, project accounting and tracking, etc.
• Knowledge of land-related computer applications.
• Demonstrated success in managing project budgets.
• Demonstrated superior leadership outcomes in the areas of leading self, leading others, and leading an organization.
• Proven ability to drive positive change with continuous improvement.
• Intermediate proficiency level in MS Office applications that may include but are not limited to Excel, Word, SharePoint, PowerPoint, and Outlook.

Certifications, Licenses & Registrations:

• Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license and a driving record satisfactory to the company and its insurers (for travel).

Competencies, Skills & Abilities:

• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills necessary to work with superiors, peers and subordinates including supervision of independent land contractors.
• Must be able to perform all essential and marginal functions of the job.
• Must be able to work with a team, take direction from management, adhere to required work schedules, and follow company policies.
• Ability to successfully perform multiple tasks with strict deadlines and prioritize work.
• Ability to work as a key member of an integrated project team and to transparently manage all aspects of property related concerns to minimize impacts to a project's budget, schedule and the overall operability of assets.

Physical Demands:

All of the physical requirements listed below are those that may be necessary for an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Sitting; standing; walking or moving throughout facility; driving; talking; seeing (specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus); hearing; feeling; bending or stooping; squatting or crouching; reaching; kneeling; pushing; pulling; lifting up to 25 lbs.
• Minimal safety hazards; general office working conditions.
• Must be able to sit for prolonged periods of time.

Working Conditions:

• Will work non-traditional hours as needed.
• Travel is required.
• Required to carry a cell phone and be available to respond during working and non-working hours.
• Candidates will be required to clear a drug screen and complete a background check, including a credit report for certain positions after an offer has been extended and prior to being employed.

Supervisory Responsibility:

Yes

PREFERRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, CERTIFICATIONS, COMPETENCIES, SKILLS, & ABILITIES:

Above the minimum requirements, not required but advantageous in this position:

• Advanced degree from an accredited institution in Business, Engineering, or a related discipline.

Compensation:

• The annual salary range for this position will be $147,000-$180,000/yr.

Essential duties and responsibilities:

• Provide direct supervision, guidance, and support of day-to-day Operations activities for Land & Right of Way staff.
• Manage and directly support Land & Right of Way staff related to real property acquisition, management, and disposition.
• Manage and support landowner/agency notifications, damage negotiations and payments, litigation support, partial releases, third-party condemnations, quiet title actions, damage prevention support, interpretation and communication of easement rights.
• Represent company to third parties (landowners, tenants, governmental entities and agencies, land developers, mineral developers, energy transportation and utility companies) in matters related to company, real estate, and other company assets acquisition.
• Provide support to the Legal department for legal controversies, condemnations, litigation and document preparation and review related to real property issues.
• Supervise and support the technical advancement, career development, and training of each assigned employee.
• Foster a positive open work environment, systems approaches and disciplined execution of all assigned tasks.
• This position will be filled at a level commensurate with the candidate''s education and experience.
• Demonstrate and enforce the highest professional integrity, ethics, and safety discipline.
• Demonstrate and reinforce a culture of regulatory compliance.
• Collaborate and communicate with a variety of people with tact, courtesy, and professionalism.
• Maintain regular, dependable attendance and a high level of performance.
• Maintain a high regard for personal safety, the safety of company assets and employees, and the general public.
• Other daily, weekly, monthly, or special projects may be assigned.

Essential duties and responsibilities:

• Provide direct supervision, guidance, and support of day-to-day Operations activities for Land & Right of Way staff.
• Manage and directly support Land & Right of Way staff related to real property acquisition, management, and disposition.
• Manage and support landowner/agency notifications, damage negotiations and payments, litigation support, partial releases, third-party condemnations, quiet title actions, damage prevention support, interpretation and communication of easement rights.
• Represent company to third parties (landowners, tenants, governmental entities and agencies, land developers, mineral developers, energy transportation and utility companies) in matters related to company, real estate, and other company assets acquisition.
• Provide support to the Legal department for legal controversies, condemnations, litigation and document preparation and review related to real property issues.
• Supervise and support the technical advancement, career development, and training of each assigned employee.
• Foster a positive open work environment, systems approaches and disciplined execution of all assigned tasks.
• This position will be filled at a level commensurate with the candidate''s education and experience.
• Demonstrate and enforce the highest professional integrity, ethics, and safety discipline.
• Demonstrate and reinforce a culture of regulatory compliance.
• Collaborate and communicate with a variety of people with tact, courtesy, and professionalism.
• Maintain regular, dependable attendance and a high level of performance.
• Maintain a high regard for personal safety, the safety of company assets and employees, and the general public.
• Other daily, weekly, monthly, or special projects may be assigned.