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Kinder Morgan is one of the largest energy infrastructure companies in North America. We own an interest in or operate approximately 78,000 miles of pipelines and 130 terminals. Our pipelines transport natural gas, gasoline, crude oil, carbon dioxide (CO2), and other energy products.
We are seeking an experienced Right of Way Project Manager to join a growing team responsible for supporting Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) major expansion projects throughout the United States. This position will report to a manager based in Birmingham, Alabama and will lead the planning, estimating, contracting, execution, and delivery of right of way services across the full project lifecycle.
The successful candidate will serve as the primary right of way lead for assigned capital projects and will work closely with project management, engineering, environmental, legal, regulatory, construction, operations, and third-party contractors to ensure successful project execution.
Birmingham, Alabama is the preferred reporting location; however, other Kinder Morgan locations may be considered for highly qualified candidates.
Responsibilities:
Lead all right of way activities associated with FERC-regulated major expansion projects from project initiation through construction closeout and project completion.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Develop project-specific right of way execution strategies, acquisition plans, schedules, and budgets.
- Prepare and manage right of way cost estimates for project development, authorization, construction, and closeout phases.
- Lead procurement efforts for contract land, title, permitting, records management, and related right of way support services.
- Manage and direct contract right of way personnel and consultants to ensure compliance with project objectives, schedules, budgets, and company requirements.
- Coordinate FERC landowner notification programs and stakeholder outreach efforts.
- Ensure all required ministerial permits and project access authorizations are identified, tracked, acquired, and maintained to support project schedules, including county and state road crossing permits, driveway permits, access permits, building permits, and other local, state, and agency approvals required for project construction and operation.
- Oversee acquisition of easements, fee interests, temporary workspaces, access agreements, permits, and related property rights required for project construction and operation.
- Monitor acquisition progress and develop mitigation strategies to address schedule risks and project constraints.
- Collaborate with engineering, environmental, regulatory, legal, and construction teams throughout project development and execution.
- Provide forecasting, budgeting, and reporting updates to project leadership and senior management.
- Support certificate applications, due diligence activities, route evaluations, and regulatory filings as required.
- Manage landowner relations and resolve complex right of way issues, claims, encroachments, and property disputes.
- Review and analyze deeds, easements, title commitments, survey plats, legal descriptions, and other land documents.
- Ensure compliance with company procedures and applicable local, state, and federal regulations.
- Support project transition into operations and maintain complete project land records.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
EDUCATION:
- Bachelor's degree preferred in Business, Real Estate, Land Management, Engineering, Environmental Studies, Project Management, or related field.
- Equivalent industry experience may be considered in lieu of formal education.
EXPERIENCE / SPECIFIC KNOWLEDGE:
- Minimum 10 years of right of way experience within the pipeline, energy, utility, or linear infrastructure industry.
- Demonstrated experience managing right of way execution for major capital projects.
- Direct experience supporting FERC-regulated natural gas pipeline projects is strongly preferred.
- Proven experience developing right of way estimates, budgets, schedules, and resource plans.
- Experience selecting, contracting, and managing third-party right of way service providers.
- Strong understanding of land acquisition, title review, permitting, stakeholder engagement, and property rights management.
- Experience working with multidisciplinary project teams through the complete project lifecycle.
- Knowledge of regulatory, legal, and operational considerations associated with pipeline project development.
CERTIFICATIONS, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
- Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record.
- SR/WA designation, PMP certification, or similar industry credentials preferred.
- Strong leadership and project management capabilities.
- Excellent written, verbal, negotiation, and stakeholder engagement skills.
- Strong budgeting, forecasting, and analytical abilities.
- Demonstrated ability to lead geographically dispersed teams and contractors.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and project reporting tools.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced project environment.
COMPETENCIES, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
- Strategic planning and execution
- Contract management and vendor oversight
- Financial management and forecasting
- Stakeholder and landowner relations
- Risk identification and mitigation
- Schedule management and execution
- Team leadership and collaboration
- Decision-making and problem-solving
- Regulatory and compliance awareness
WORKING CONDITIONS:
- Frequent interaction with landowners, contractors, government agencies, and project stakeholders.
- Periodic field visits to project areas and construction sites.
- Ability to travel as needed to support nationwide project assignments.
- Availability to support project-critical activities outside normal business hours when necessary.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Above the minimum requirements; not required but advantageous in this position:
- Experience leading right of way efforts for large-scale interstate natural gas pipeline expansion projects.
- Experience supporting FERC pre-filing, certificate, and post-certificate activities.
- Knowledge of right of way data management systems and project controls processes.
- Experience managing multi-state acquisition programs.
- Demonstrated success delivering right of way scopes safely, on schedule, and within budget.
The above statements describe the general nature and level of work being performed. The successful candidate will be required to successfully complete all pre-employment screening requirements, including background and drug testing, as applicable.
Kinder Morgan is a large energy infrastructure company operating in North America. Access to reliable, affordable energy is a critical component for improving lives around the world. We are committed to providing energy transportation and storage services in a safe, efficient, and environmentally responsible manner for the benefit of the people, communities, and businesses we serve.
Kinder Morgan provides equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions, gender (including gender identity and expression), sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, marital status, military or veteran status, family status, status as an individual authorized to work in the U.S., or any other status protected by law.
For more information about Kinder Morgan, our culture, opportunities available, and to join our Talent Community, please visit our careers site at www.kindermorgan.com.
Kinder Morgan is one of the largest energy infrastructure companies in North America. We own an interest in or operate approximately 78,000 miles of pipelines and 130 terminals. Our pipelines transport natural gas, gasoline, crude oil, carbon dioxide (CO2), and other energy products.
We are seeking an experienced Right of Way Project Manager to join a growing team responsible for supporting Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) major expansion projects throughout the United States. This position will report to a manager based in Birmingham, Alabama and will lead the planning, estimating, contracting, execution, and delivery of right of way services across the full project lifecycle.
The successful candidate will serve as the primary right of way lead for assigned capital projects and will work closely with project management, engineering, environmental, legal, regulatory, construction, operations, and third-party contractors to ensure successful project execution.
Birmingham, Alabama is the preferred reporting location; however, other Kinder Morgan locations may be considered for highly qualified candidates.
Responsibilities:
Lead all right of way activities associated with FERC-regulated major expansion projects from project initiation through construction closeout and project completion.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Develop project-specific right of way execution strategies, acquisition plans, schedules, and budgets.
- Prepare and manage right of way cost estimates for project development, authorization, construction, and closeout phases.
- Lead procurement efforts for contract land, title, permitting, records management, and related right of way support services.
- Manage and direct contract right of way personnel and consultants to ensure compliance with project objectives, schedules, budgets, and company requirements.
- Coordinate FERC landowner notification programs and stakeholder outreach efforts.
- Ensure all required ministerial permits and project access authorizations are identified, tracked, acquired, and maintained to support project schedules, including county and state road crossing permits, driveway permits, access permits, building permits, and other local, state, and agency approvals required for project construction and operation.
- Oversee acquisition of easements, fee interests, temporary workspaces, access agreements, permits, and related property rights required for project construction and operation.
- Monitor acquisition progress and develop mitigation strategies to address schedule risks and project constraints.
- Collaborate with engineering, environmental, regulatory, legal, and construction teams throughout project development and execution.
- Provide forecasting, budgeting, and reporting updates to project leadership and senior management.
- Support certificate applications, due diligence activities, route evaluations, and regulatory filings as required.
- Manage landowner relations and resolve complex right of way issues, claims, encroachments, and property disputes.
- Review and analyze deeds, easements, title commitments, survey plats, legal descriptions, and other land documents.
- Ensure compliance with company procedures and applicable local, state, and federal regulations.
- Support project transition into operations and maintain complete project land records.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
EDUCATION:
- Bachelor's degree preferred in Business, Real Estate, Land Management, Engineering, Environmental Studies, Project Management, or related field.
- Equivalent industry experience may be considered in lieu of formal education.
EXPERIENCE / SPECIFIC KNOWLEDGE:
- Minimum 10 years of right of way experience within the pipeline, energy, utility, or linear infrastructure industry.
- Demonstrated experience managing right of way execution for major capital projects.
- Direct experience supporting FERC-regulated natural gas pipeline projects is strongly preferred.
- Proven experience developing right of way estimates, budgets, schedules, and resource plans.
- Experience selecting, contracting, and managing third-party right of way service providers.
- Strong understanding of land acquisition, title review, permitting, stakeholder engagement, and property rights management.
- Experience working with multidisciplinary project teams through the complete project lifecycle.
- Knowledge of regulatory, legal, and operational considerations associated with pipeline project development.
CERTIFICATIONS, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
- Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record.
- SR/WA designation, PMP certification, or similar industry credentials preferred.
- Strong leadership and project management capabilities.
- Excellent written, verbal, negotiation, and stakeholder engagement skills.
- Strong budgeting, forecasting, and analytical abilities.
- Demonstrated ability to lead geographically dispersed teams and contractors.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and project reporting tools.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced project environment.
COMPETENCIES, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
- Strategic planning and execution
- Contract management and vendor oversight
- Financial management and forecasting
- Stakeholder and landowner relations
- Risk identification and mitigation
- Schedule management and execution
- Team leadership and collaboration
- Decision-making and problem-solving
- Regulatory and compliance awareness
WORKING CONDITIONS:
- Frequent interaction with landowners, contractors, government agencies, and project stakeholders.
- Periodic field visits to project areas and construction sites.
- Ability to travel as needed to support nationwide project assignments.
- Availability to support project-critical activities outside normal business hours when necessary.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Above the minimum requirements; not required but advantageous in this position:
- Experience leading right of way efforts for large-scale interstate natural gas pipeline expansion projects.
- Experience supporting FERC pre-filing, certificate, and post-certificate activities.
- Knowledge of right of way data management systems and project controls processes.
- Experience managing multi-state acquisition programs.
- Demonstrated success delivering right of way scopes safely, on schedule, and within budget.
The above statements describe the general nature and level of work being performed. The successful candidate will be required to successfully complete all pre-employment screening requirements, including background and drug testing, as applicable.
Kinder Morgan is a large energy infrastructure company operating in North America. Access to reliable, affordable energy is a critical component for improving lives around the world. We are committed to providing energy transportation and storage services in a safe, efficient, and environmentally responsible manner for the benefit of the people, communities, and businesses we serve.
Kinder Morgan provides equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions, gender (including gender identity and expression), sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, marital status, military or veteran status, family status, status as an individual authorized to work in the U.S., or any other status protected by law.
For more information about Kinder Morgan, our culture, opportunities available, and to join our Talent Community, please visit our careers site at www.kindermorgan.com.
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The qualifications that appear most often in director of expansion jobs.
- Five or more years of experience leading multi-site or new market launches
- Demonstrated ability to build and manage cross-functional expansion teams
- Experience with site selection, real estate negotiations, or franchise development
- Proficiency with project management tools and CRM platforms
- Bachelor's degree in business, operations, real estate, or a related field
- Willingness to travel frequently to prospective and newly launched markets
Tips for Your Director of Expansion Job Search
Quantify markets launched, not tasks completed
Your resume should lead with the number of markets, cities, or locations you brought from zero to operational. Directors of expansion are hired on outcomes, so replace duty-based bullets with measurable launches, revenue ramp timelines, and footprint growth.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists director of expansion openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Read the job post for growth-stage signals
A posting that mentions Series B funding, new market targets, or franchise rights signals a build-from-scratch mandate. One referencing operational standardization or multi-unit oversight is a mature-footprint role. Your application should address whichever challenge the company actually faces.
Prepare a market-entry case study for interviews
Most director of expansion interviews include a scenario round asking how you would evaluate and enter a new market. Prepare a structured example using a real launch you led, covering site criteria, competitive analysis, operational setup, and go-live timeline.
Align your application to the company's expansion model
Franchise-led growth, corporate-owned rollouts, and licensing partnerships each require different skill sets. Identify which model the employer uses before applying and make sure your resume and cover letter reflect relevant experience with that specific structure.
Negotiate scope before discussing compensation
In an offer conversation, clarify the target market count, budget authority, and reporting structure before anchoring on a number. Directors of expansion with broader mandates and larger capital budgets typically command higher packages, so defining scope first strengthens your position.
Director of Expansion Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most director of expansions?
The companies hiring the most director of expansions right now include MSI, DRVR, and Jobot, with the largest share of openings in California, Texas, and Florida, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Retail chains, healthcare networks, and franchise operators consistently represent the largest share of active postings for this role.
How many director of expansion jobs are remote?
About 67% of director of expansion openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, though the role almost always requires significant travel to prospective and newly launched markets. Strategy, vendor management, and reporting functions are most likely to be performed remotely, while site visits, lease negotiations, and grand opening oversight typically require in-person presence.
How do you become a director of expansion?
Most directors of expansion build their path through multi-unit operations, regional management, or business development roles that give them direct exposure to opening new locations. Gaining experience with site selection, lease negotiation, and cross-functional project management is essential. Moving into an expansion manager or regional director role first is the most common route before stepping into a director-level mandate.
Can you get hired as a director of expansion without direct experience?
It's uncommon to land a director of expansion role without some background in multi-site operations or market development, but adjacent experience can bridge the gap. Strong candidates from real estate, franchise consulting, or regional general management can position their work in terms of location-based growth, capital deployment, and cross-functional coordination to show relevance even without an exact title match.
What does the director of expansion interview process look like?
The interview process for a director of expansion role typically includes an initial screening with HR or a talent partner, a deeper conversation with a VP of Operations or Chief Growth Officer about your expansion philosophy, and a case study or presentation round where you walk through how you would evaluate and enter a specific new market. Final rounds often involve meeting cross-functional stakeholders from real estate, finance, and marketing.
Where can I find and apply to director of expansion jobs?
You can find and apply to director of expansion jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers across the United States. Search for roles that match your experience level and industry focus, then apply directly to each listing that fits.
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