Manager, Right of Way and Property

Summary

CHS, Inc. is looking for a Right of Way and Property Manager to join our Energy division, specifically supporting our Oil Refineries, Pipelines & Terminals teams in McPherson, KS and Laurel, MT. This role involves managing land-use matters with various stakeholders, including landowners, tenants, lessees, neighbors, and regulatory agencies.

The ideal candidate will be a self-motivated, detail-oriented, results-driven individual with a commitment to quality, accuracy and the ability to organize and prioritize workloads to meet deadlines. Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with a strong commitment to customer service and the ability to work in both a team environment and on self-directed tasks are necessary. 

This position can be located in either McPherson, KS or Laurel, MT. 

Responsibilities

• Oversee CHS’s right-of-way files, negotiate new easements and land-use agreements, and handle damage payments.
• Secure necessary permits for pipeline and terminal maintenance and new construction projects.
• Develop and implement an electronic recordkeeping and data management system for right of way records that integrates with the GIS system.
• Maintain and organize right of way files, ensuring they are updated and cataloged.
• Serve as a liaison with CHS legal and external counsel on right of way and land issues.
• Obtain permits from government agencies, railroads, municipalities, and other entities for the construction and maintenance of pipelines and terminals.
• Supervise CHS personnel and contract right of way agents as needed.
• Collaborate with and/or supervise contracted engineering firms on right of way, land, and permit issues.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications (required)

• High School diploma or GED
• 7+ years of experience in the oil & gas industry with knowledge of titles, easements, contracts and right-of-way agreements

Additional Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred in business, GIS, construction, legal, engineering, or related field.
• Knowledge of real estate principals, rules and regulations pertaining to the acquisition of rights-of-way, licenses, permits and other land rights
• Experience coordinating large projects and in negotiating right-of-way agreements, including easements, and obtaining permits.
• Experience in right-of-way, GIS and/or legal documents
• Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to work well with landowners and permitting agencies.
• Self-motivated and able to work with minimal supervision.
• Ability to read and interpret laws, statutes, and regulations.
• Experience in engineering and designing projects in the oil & gas industry.
• Strong negotiation skills and understanding of legal issues.
• Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple project components simultaneously.
• Effective communication and persuasive negotiation skills.
• Supervisory skills with ability to work effectively with diverse work groups.
• Fosters a collaborative environment by considering multiple viewpoints and promoting mutual learning among team members.
• Pre-employment screening is based on the job requirements and industry guidelines and may or may not be required for the position. If required, selected candidates must pass pre-employment screenings to include all or a combination of drug, criminal, motor vehicle check, physical requirements and FMSCA Clearinghouse

Physical Requirements

• Travel up to 35%