Land Solutions Project Manager, Energy Utility, Remote - Michigan

Land Solutions Associate Project Manager, Energy Utility, Remote - Michigan

Atwell

Who We Are Atwell, LLC is a bold leader in the consulting, engineering, and construction services industry, delivering a broad range of creative solutions to clients in the real estate & land development, and energy markets. We have a strong national presence and a diverse, award-winning project portfolio. Atwell is a privately owned company, with 2,000+ passionate team members across 75+ locations and growing! Atwell, LLC is a proud recipient of the following 2025 awards: * Ten consecutive years in a row as a “Best Place to Work” by Zweig Group (#11) * Recognized as #70 in the ENR Top 500 Design Firms, ranked in every region * Recognized in Crain's “Fast 50” as one of the fastest-growing companies (#14) * Recognized as the 2025 ENR Design Firm of the year for the Southeastern US Atwell is seeking an Associate Project Manager to support a major energy utility client across a portfolio of land and right of way (ROW) projects. In this role, you’ll partner closely with a Project Manager while building the skills to independently manage project delivery—from planning through execution—while developing strong client relationships. This is an ideal opportunity for someone ready to step into project leadership, gaining hands-on experience managing scope, budgets, schedules, and land acquisition efforts tied to critical energy infrastructure. While this role is remote, proximity to Michigan is strongly preferred due to regular client engagement and regional travel. Project Delivery & Execution * Support the Project Manager in implementing project plans, including scope, schedule, staffing, and budgets * Monitor project progress, analyze performance, and proactively address risks or delays * Coordinate land and ROW activities including easements, rights of entry, surface agreements, and related documentation * Maintain organized project files and ensure compliance with Atwell quality standards * Assist in managing project financials, including budgets, invoicing, and tracking performance Team & Client Coordination * Serve as a key point of coordination between internal teams, subconsultants, and clients * Help assemble and support project teams, ensuring alignment and productivity * Communicate project updates clearly to stakeholders and leadership * Contribute to a collaborative team environment and mentor junior staff as you grow in the role Business Development & Growth * Support proposal efforts, presentations, and client follow-ups * Help identify opportunities for continued or expanded work within existing client relationships * Build and maintain strong relationships with clients and industry partners Professional Development * Continue building technical expertise across land, engineering, and project delivery disciplines * Participate in professional organizations, training, and industry events to expand your network and knowledge   Qualifications   * Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Science, Land Planning, Land Surveying, or related field * 4 years of experience in land, engineering, environmental, or project coordination roles (energy/utility experience required) * Exposure to land and ROW projects, including easements, property rights, or acquisition support * Understanding of project lifecycle management, including budgeting, scheduling, and team coordination * Strong communication skills with the ability to work across teams and with clients * Experience with tools such as Deltek Vision or similar project management systems is a plus * Professional certifications (AAPL, SR/WA, PE, RLA, etc.) are a plus   Disclaimer  While AI tools may support your application process, this role is built on human talent. Your judgment, experience, and character matter most, so we encourage you to showcase what makes you uniquely you. Atwell does not accept unsolicited resumes from any 3rd party agencies. No fee will be paid to 3rd parties who submit unsolicited resumes to any Atwell employee. Resumes from approved vendors must be specifically requested by Atwell and approved by the Atwell Talent Acquisition Team. #LI-CF1 Pay Range $1—$1 USD Atwell Benefits: To attract and retain the best professionals in the industry, we aim to provide an excellent working environment and a progressive benefits program designed to support your personal and professional needs. Work/Life: * Generous Paid Time Off * Paid Parental Leave * Flexible work schedules are available for some positions * Tenure Awards — Travel Vouchers to see the world based on your travel preferences Compensation: * Competitive Compensation packages  * Annual bonuses, spot bonuses and peer recognition awards * 401K match - 1:1 up to 4% of compensation  * Tuition Assistance * Student Loan Repayment  * Paid Licensing / Certification Fees and Renewals * 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) * Family Planning & IVF Benefits * Pet Insurance * Health Savings Account & Flex Spending Account options * Employer paid LTD, STD, and life insurance * Metlife Supplemental Benefits covering accident, hospitalization, and critical illness * Member Assistance Program (MAP) with complimentary counseling sessions, legal benefits, financial consultations, and work/life referral services

Land Solutions, Right of Way Acquisition Specialist – Michigan

Atwell

Who We Are Atwell, LLC is a bold leader in the consulting, engineering, and construction services industry, delivering a broad range of creative solutions to clients in the real estate & land development, and energy markets. We have a strong national presence and a diverse, award-winning project portfolio. Atwell is a privately owned company, with 2,000+ passionate team members across 75+ locations and growing! Atwell, LLC is a proud recipient of the following 2025 awards: * Ten consecutive years in a row as a “Best Place to Work” by Zweig Group (#11) * Recognized as #70 in the ENR Top 500 Design Firms, ranked in every region * Recognized in Crain's “Fast 50” as one of the fastest-growing companies (#14) * Recognized as the 2025 ENR Design Firm of the year for the Southeastern US Job Description Atwell’s Land Solutions team is growing, and we are seeking experienced Right of Way Acquisition Specialists to support utility, energy, and infrastructure projects across the state of Michigan. This is a project-based, field-focused role where your ability to build trust with landowners, manage parcel-level details, and drive acquisition progress will directly support critical real estate and right-of-way programs. This role will support statewide Michigan right-of-way and real estate services, including land acquisition, easement negotiation, right-of-entry coordination, title and ownership research, document execution, and project close-out. Ideal candidates will be located in Michigan and comfortable supporting work across urban, suburban, rural, and agricultural communities. You’ll manage the acquisition lifecycle from initial landowner contact through final documentation while coordinating closely with project managers, title teams, document specialists, GIS, permitting, legal, survey, environmental, and construction teams. Responsibilities * Engage landowners, property owners, and stakeholders across Michigan to explain project scope, answer questions, address concerns, and secure required land rights. * Negotiate and obtain easements, rights-of-entry, licenses, temporary construction rights, purchase agreements, option agreements, and other real estate documents as needed. * Research property ownership, parcel boundaries, title information, tax records, deeds, mortgages, liens, legal descriptions, and other public record documents through county, municipal, and online systems. * Review title commitments, ownership reports, GIS data, plats, surveys, engineering drawings, alignment sheets, and legal descriptions to understand project impacts. * Prepare, review, route, and support the execution of right-of-way and real estate documents in accordance with client, project, state, and regulatory requirements. * Maintain accurate and timely documentation of all landowner communications, negotiations, commitments, parcel status updates, and project milestones. * Coordinate with title agents, document specialists, project coordinators, GIS staff, permitting/zoning staff, surveyors, environmental teams, inspectors, legal counsel, and project managers. * Support valuation reviews, compensation recommendations, damage settlements, crop damage claims, and restoration-related discussions. * Track acquisition progress in project databases and provide regular status updates to project leadership. * Record executed documents with appropriate county offices and support parcel close-out activities. * Represent Atwell and our clients professionally in the field, during landowner meetings, and in coordination with local agencies or municipalities. * Support multiple project assignments as needed and respond quickly to changing client priorities or staffing needs. Qualifications * 2–5+ years of experience in right-of-way acquisition, land acquisition, real estate, land services, title, permitting, or a related field. * Experience supporting utility, electric transmission/distribution, pipeline, renewable energy, infrastructure, or public works projects preferred. * Michigan-based candidates are strongly preferred. * Working knowledge of Michigan land rights, real estate documents, public records, county recording processes, and rural/agricultural land acquisition practices preferred. * Comfortable researching title, ownership, parcel, and tax information through Michigan county records and public systems. * Strong landowner communication skills, including the ability to explain project impacts clearly and professionally. * Proven ability to negotiate, resolve concerns, and maintain productive relationships with landowners, agencies, and project stakeholders. * Ability to read and interpret maps, plats, surveys, legal descriptions, engineering drawings, parcel exhibits, and GIS information. * Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple parcels, deadlines, documents, and stakeholder communications. * Proficiency with Microsoft Office; experience with project databases, GIS tools, or document management systems preferred. * Comfortable with regular field travel across Michigan, including rural, agricultural, and remote areas. * IRWA coursework, real estate licensing, notary commission, or related certifications are a plus. * Associate degree, bachelor’s degree, or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience. Disclaimer  While AI tools may support your application process, this role is built on human talent. Your judgment, experience, and character matter most, so we encourage you to showcase what makes you uniquely you. Atwell does not accept unsolicited resumes from any 3rd party agencies. No fee will be paid to 3rd parties who submit unsolicited resumes to any Atwell employee. Resumes from approved vendors must be specifically requested by Atwell and approved by the Atwell Talent Acquisition Team. #LI-CF1 Pay Range $35—$40 USD Atwell Benefits: To attract and retain the best professionals in the industry, we aim to provide an excellent working environment and a progressive benefits program designed to support your personal and professional needs. Work/Life: * Generous Paid Time Off * Paid Parental Leave * Flexible work schedules are available for some positions * Tenure Awards — Travel Vouchers to see the world based on your travel preferences Compensation: * Competitive Compensation packages  * Annual bonuses, spot bonuses and peer recognition awards * 401K match - 1:1 up to 4% of compensation  * Tuition Assistance * Student Loan Repayment  * Paid Licensing / Certification Fees and Renewals * 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) * Family Planning & IVF Benefits * Pet Insurance * Health Savings Account & Flex Spending Account options * Employer paid LTD, STD, and life insurance * Metlife Supplemental Benefits covering accident, hospitalization, and critical illness * Member Assistance Program (MAP) with complimentary counseling sessions, legal benefits, financial consultations, and work/life referral services

Land Solutions Project Manager, Electric Transmission, Remote - Milwaukee, WI

Atwell

Who We Are Atwell, LLC is a bold leader in the consulting, engineering, and construction services industry, delivering a broad range of creative solutions to clients in the real estate & land development, and energy markets. We have a strong national presence and a diverse, award-winning project portfolio. Atwell is a privately owned company, with 2,000+ passionate team members across 75+ locations and growing! Atwell, LLC is a proud recipient of the following 2025 awards: * Ten consecutive years in a row as a “Best Place to Work” by Zweig Group (#11) * Recognized as #70 in the ENR Top 500 Design Firms, ranked in every region * Recognized in Crain's “Fast 50” as one of the fastest-growing companies (#14) * Recognized as the 2025 ENR Design Firm of the year for the Southeastern US   Job Description Atwell is seeking a Land Solutions Project Manager to support a leading electric transmission client across a portfolio of high-voltage infrastructure and right of way (ROW) projects throughout Wisconsin, with a primary focus on the Green Bay and Milwaukee markets. This role is remote, but candidates located in or near Green Bay or Milwaukee are strongly preferred due to the need for frequent in-person client engagement, stakeholder meetings, and site visits. This is a highly visible, client-facing role where your ability to build trust and represent Atwell locally will directly impact project success. In this role, you will oversee land and ROW acquisition activities supporting electric transmission infrastructure — managing easement negotiations, rights of entry, surface agreements, damage settlements, and fee property transactions across active transmission corridors. You’ll establish project scope, budgets, and schedules; manage contracts and sub-consultants; and ensure performance metrics are met throughout the project lifecycle. You’ll also serve as a trusted advisor to the client, maintaining a consistent presence in the region, staying ahead of their project pipeline, following up on outstanding proposals, and identifying opportunities to expand Atwell’s support. Internally, you’ll manage project documentation in Vision, oversee invoicing and collections, and deliver regular financial and progress reporting to leadership. Coaching and mentoring your project team is a key part of how you operate. Qualifications * Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Science, Land Planning, Land Surveying, or equivalent * 4+ years of project management experience with a focus on electric transmission, utility infrastructure, or energy-related land and ROW work * Strong background in easement acquisition and land agreements specific to transmission or high-voltage infrastructure projects * Expertise negotiating ROW easements, surface leases, encroachment agreements, rights of entry, fee property, and damage settlements * Familiarity with FERC, state utility commission regulations, and property rights frameworks relevant to transmission development * Experience with Vision as a project management tool * AAPL or SR/WA certification is a plus * Ability and willingness to travel regionally throughout Wisconsin, with a focus on Green Bay and Milwaukee, for client-facing work Who Thrives Here You thrive in a fast-paced environment where long-term client relationships and complex land programs intersect. You’re dependable, solutions-oriented, and confident in face-to-face client interactions. You bring a strong local presence, communicate with ease, and understand how to represent both your team and your client in the field. You recognize the importance of being present — not just available — and you approach your projects with the accountability and ownership that transmission infrastructure demands. Regional travel is part of the role, and you embrace being on-site when it matters most. Disclaimer  While AI tools may support your application process, this role is built on human talent. Your judgment, experience, and character matter most, so we encourage you to showcase what makes you uniquely you. Atwell does not accept unsolicited resumes from any 3rd party agencies. No fee will be paid to 3rd parties who submit unsolicited resumes to any Atwell employee. Resumes from approved vendors must be specifically requested by Atwell and approved by the Atwell Talent Acquisition Team. #LI-CF1 Atwell Benefits: To attract and retain the best professionals in the industry, we aim to provide an excellent working environment and a progressive benefits program designed to support your personal and professional needs. Work/Life: * Generous Paid Time Off * Paid Parental Leave * Flexible work schedules are available for some positions * Tenure Awards — Travel Vouchers to see the world based on your travel preferences Compensation: * Competitive Compensation packages  * Annual bonuses, spot bonuses and peer recognition awards * 401K match - 1:1 up to 4% of compensation  * Tuition Assistance * Student Loan Repayment  * Paid Licensing / Certification Fees and Renewals * 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) * Family Planning & IVF Benefits * Pet Insurance * Health Savings Account & Flex Spending Account options * Employer paid LTD, STD, and life insurance * Metlife Supplemental Benefits covering accident, hospitalization, and critical illness * Member Assistance Program (MAP) with complimentary counseling sessions, legal benefits, financial consultations, and work/life referral services