RIGHT OF WAY PROJECT MANAGER - 55000292

State of Florida•Fort Lauderdale, FL

2d•$61,131 - $79,111•Onsite

About The Position

Join FDOT and be part of the team that works as one to improve safety, enhance mobility and inspire innovation in the Florida transportation system. To ensure honesty and transparency, all applicants must provide their own work. Unless explicitly requested, the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools to assist with qualifying questions, work samples, or interviews is strictly prohibited, and any breach of this requirement will lead to the applicant being removed from consideration. Candidates must be United States (U.S.) citizens or lawfully authorized alien workers. Visa sponsorship is not available. Our Mission The mission of the Florida Department of Transportation is to provide a safe statewide transportation system that promotes the efficient movement of people and goods, supports the state’s economic competitiveness, prioritizes Florida’s environment and natural resources, and preserves the quality of life and connectedness of the state’s communities. Our Vision As a OneFDOT team, we serve the people of Florida by providing a transportation network that is well planned, supports economic growth, and has the goal of being congestion and fatality free The Work You Will Do: Right of Way Project Manager – District Four / Transportation Development / Right of Way Production This position will coordinate and direct the activities on a right-of-way project. This position will also procure consultant services, review and approve invoices, and review and recommend administrative settlements. The Difference You Will Make: Through cooperation, coordination and collaboration among the OneFDOT team, you will be contributing to a strong and empowering culture of TRREC: Trust, Relationships, Respect, Empowerment, and Communication. How You Will Grow: FDOT encourages our team members to grow through engagement, empowerment, training, and professional development. Through our agency’s learning management system, you have access to hundreds of computer-based training and instructor-led courses.

Requirements

Knowledge of: and understanding of 49 Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) Part 24 (Uniform Act), relating to real property acquisition and relocation assistance.
real estate principles and practices.
quality assurance planning for the acquisition and relocation assistance program.
Skills in: effectively communicating orally and in writing.
the use of personal computers, including a working knowledge of word processing and spreadsheet software.
Ability to: effectively plan, organize, and work independently.
establish and maintain good working relationships with others.
identify training needs, and to develop and present effective acquisition and relocation training.
implement a quality assurance plan for the acquisition and relocation assistance program.
be self-directed and skilled in problem solving.
understand and interpret real estate appraisals and right of way maps.
A high school diploma or its equivalent and eight years of real estate experience defined as professional or technical experience in right of way administration, land management, abstract and title work, property management, or the sale, acquisition, or appraisal of real estate
An associates degree from an accredited college or university can substitute for two years of the required experience.
A bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university can substitute for four years of the required experience.
Graduation from the FDOT Real Estate Level II Training Program can substitute for seven years of the required experience.
Prior experience as a Right of Way Project Manager can substitute for eight years of the required experience.

Responsibilities

Coordinate and direct the activities on a right-of-way project.
Coordinate and direct the activities of Right of Way consultants.
Respond to public records requests and related inquiries.
Review and recommend administrative settlements.
Provide expert property management assistance for project/parcel assignments.
Coordinate with other offices to address and resolve issues.
Identify and evaluate advance acquisition opportunities.
Ensure and monitor a Quality Control Program.
Ensuring data is entered into the Right of Way Management System (RWMS) and SharePoint.
Interpret and communicate right-of-way policies and procedures.
Assist in the development of policies and procedures.
Ensure conformance with applicable laws, rules, regulations, policies and procedures.
Procures consultant services.
Review and approve invoices.
Monitor, train and assist local governments.
Represent Right of Way at public meetings/hearings and workshops, and similar forums.