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Senior Lands & Right-of-Way Advisor

Join Enbridge as a Senior Lands & Right-of-Way Advisor Be the Trusted Link Between Landowners, Projects, Operations, and the Future of Energy!

Are you a skilled relationship-builder and strategic negotiator with deep experience in Lands and Right-of-Way (ROW) management? Enbridge is looking for a dedicated and experienced professional to provide senior-level support and advisory services across our pipeline and facility operations. As the primary point of contact for landowners along our ROW, you will play a meaningful role in building trust, resolving issues, and ensuring the seamless operation of our assets. You'll lead negotiations, manage land-related concerns, coordinate with regulatory agencies, and represent Enbridge's interests with professionalism and integrity. This is more than just a jobit's your chance to create a lasting impact on communities, the environment, and the future of energy infrastructure!

What you will do:

• Accountable to provide Lands & Right-of-Way (ROW) support services for the ongoing pipeline operations and maintenance activities within the region (damage claims, encroachment/land use monitoring, contamination/reclamation activities, drainage improvements, depth of cover mitigation, cathodic protection program, etc.)
• Assist in the development and standardization of Land Operations procedures and policies including templates and forms of agreements
• Provide quality assurance to ensure consistency in negotiation terms and conditions and document formatting
• Project Land contact for regional projects, Core Projects/Programs, and facility enhancement projects
• Advising internal Land Advisors in support of operational output and land technical inquiries.
• Liaise with company staff, governments and regulatory agencies, landowners and occupants, and members of the public
• Coordinate land activities with various internal and external partner groups such as Operations, Projects, Law, Environment, Public Affairs, and Regulatory
• Provide Lands & ROW support to regional pipeline and facility operations personnel
• Prepare, record and ensure regulatory compliance on land related legal interests, such as surface and sub-surface leases, farm leases, easements, permits, and construction related agreements with collaborators and third-party companies.
• Coordinates/supports land activities by using various Geographic Information System (GIS) tools to capture landowner agreements and information
• Responsible to support the research, development, revision, proofreading and commissioning of right-of-way related legal documents

Who you are:

You have:

• 10+ years of related right-of-way experience in progressive roles along with an undergraduate degree or diploma and/or equivalent years of post-secondary education and directly related industry experience may be considered
• A solid understanding of Federal and State regulations relating to ROW activities and landowners' responsibilities including Sovereign Nations and members
• A valid Driver's License with an acceptable driving record that will be verified upon hire

You can:

• Show a thorough understanding of regional pipeline system, location of facilities and interactions with third party facilities along with a proficient understanding of the legal issues related to land acquisitions and easements in operating area
• Offer familiarity and the ability to interpret legal plans, legal documentation, titles, deeds and engineering drawings along with the ability to connect with a variety of partners to achieve business goals
• Share our core values of Safety, Integrity and Respect while being team-oriented, having a positive-attitude and are hardworking with the ability to work independently while being able to show flexible decision-making skills and use good judgement to reach a positive outcome for all parties

You are:

• Able to interpret applicable legislation, regulations and processes. Equivalencies considered.
• Proficient with current information technology including the Microsoft Office Suite of software, land databases, and geographic information systems (GIS)
• An outstanding verbal and written communicator with excellent interpersonal skill sand initiative in dealing with a variety of internal and external customers and partners (regulators, lawyers, industry, government, landowners and internal departments)

The following are considered assets:

• Knowledgeable in pipeline maintenance and operations along with experience with landowner negotiations
• Professional Designation from the International Right of Way Association and/or equivalent designation and/or other real estate or land related background

Working Conditions:

• Work performed in typical office environment with 50% travel to meet various partners and visit field locations within operating region. There will be some travel with field training, regional offices and partner/landowner visits
• Enbridge provides competitive workplace programs that differentiate us and offer flexibility to our team members. Enbridge's FlexWork (Hybrid Work Model) offers eligible employees the opportunity to work variable daily schedules with a flexible start and end time, to opt for a compressed workweek schedule, or the option to work from home on Wednesdays and Fridays. Role requirements determine your eligibility for each option.

Physical Requirements include but are not limited to: Grasping, kneeling, light moderate lifting (objects up to 20 pounds), reaching above shoulder, repetitive motion, typing, sitting, standing, visual requirement (able to see screens, detect color coding, read fine print), hearing requirement and the ability to sit at a computer for long periods of time.

Mental Requirements (Both Field & Office) include but are not limited to: Ability to understand, remember and apply oral and/or written instructions or other information, understand complex problems and collaborate/explore alternative solutions, organize thoughts and ideas into understandable terminology, organize and prioritize work schedule on a short-term basis, make decisions which have moderate impact on the immediate work unit and monitor impact outside this area, understand and follow basic instructions and guidelines, complete routine forms, compose letters, outlines, memoranda and basic reports and communicate with individuals via telephone.

Company paid international relocation assistance is not offered for this role.

At Enbridge, we are dedicated to our core value of Inclusion. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified individuals, without regard to age, race, color, national or ethnic origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, family status, veteran status, Indigenous status, disability, or any other reason protected by federal, state, or local law. Applicants with disabilities can request accessible formats, communication supports, or other accessibility assistance by contacting careers@enbridge.com.

Information For Applicants:

• Applications can be submitted via our online recruiting system only.
• We appreciate your interest in working with us; however, only those applicants selected for interviews will be contacted.
• Final candidates for this position may be required to undergo a security screening, including a criminal records check.

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