Supervisor, Rights, Permits and Public Work (Hybrid)
07/22/2025Locations Somerville, Massachusetts
Job Description
Supervisor, Rights, Permits and Public Work (Hybrid)
07/22/2025Locations: Somerville, Massachusetts
Role and Scope of Position:This position is responsible for directing the securing of all right of way easements necessary for distribution and transmission projects and for supporting the acquisition of land required for the construction of facilities. This position ensures that all acquisition activities with government entities are compliant with acquisition and easement requirements and serve the best interests of Eversource. This position is also responsible for the Company’s Acts of Public Authority (APA) process, and the management of all associated reimbursable and non-reimbursable projects. This position acts as primary contact for municipalities and represents Eversource engineering, construction and financial interests relating to proposed municipal projects. Ensures prompt and frequent coordination, cooperation and communication with public agencies and consultants to avoid or minimize impact on existing Eversource electric facilities.
Essential Functions:
- Oversees the processes for obtaining right of way easements for overhead and underground use.
- Directs the research for determining property titles and ownership; oversees all negotiations for easements including price for payment.
- Oversees and coordinates all acquisition activities with municipalities, government and regulatory agencies to ensure compliance with acquisition and easement requirements.
- Assists with the oversight of land acquisition for building facilities.
- Directs the design and implementation of all record retention processes, procedures and files.
- Collaborates with Operations and Engineering to either apprise or seek alternative approaches to municipally mandated construction projects in order to minimize relocation costs to Eversource.
- Ensures two-way communications are maintained between Eversource and government planning agencies regarding their respective short and long-term capital plans.
- Partners with municipalities, and their engineering and design consultants, regarding the characteristics of the electric and gas infrastructure to ensure minimal impact to Eversource facilities.
- Tracks all reimbursable and non-reimbursable APA projects, and ensures timely and accurate billing and collections.
- Provides reports to Eversource Operations and Corporate Relations highlighting key projects’ activities and programs.
- Manages Third Party Attachment (pole, manhole and conduit) licensing and billing.
- Supervises staff engaged in securing right of way easements, permits and licenses necessary for distribution and transmission projects.
- Ensures work is completed on time, within budget and in a manner consistent with policies, work standards and regulatory requirements. This is accomplished through work planning and assignment of duties, communication of performance measures, performance assessment, training and coaching.
- Understands and complies with labor contracts and works to resolve initial grievances. Initiates or recommends disciplinary action when required.
Technical Knowledge/Skill/Education/Licenses/Certifications:
Technical Knowledge/Skill:
- Requires extensive knowledge of electric systems, overhead and underground structures, and distribution construction policies and activities within the electric utility industry pertaining to the securing of all right of way easements.
- Strong organizational and managerial skills.
- Ability to use PC desktop applications (e.g., Microsoft Word and Excel) with knowledge of management information systems.
Education:
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business or related field.
Experience:
- Five years of experience in transmission, distribution or field service design or installation.
Working Conditions:
- Must be available to work emergency restoration assignment as required.
- Must be available to travel between MA/CT/NH as necessary.
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Compensation and Benefits:
Eversource offers a competitive total rewards program.Check out our careers site for an overview of our benefits programs. Salary is commensurate with your experience. This position is eligible for a potential incentive.The annual salary range for this position is:
$125,250.00-$139,170.00Worker Type:
RegularNumber of Openings:
1Emergency Response:
Responding to emergency situations to meet customers’ needs is part of every employee’s role. If employed, you will be given an Emergency Restoration assignment. This means you may be called to assist during an emergency outside of your normal responsibilities, work hours and location.
EEO Statement:
Eversource Energy is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, religion, disability status, or protected veteran status.
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Overview
As an Engineer at Eversource, you'll collaborate with industry leaders and play a key role in driving the transition from a fossil fuel-powered grid to a cleaner, more sustainable energy future. You'll work on cutting-edge projects involving large-scale solar photovoltaics, offshore wind, and electric energy storage. Eversource offers unique opportunities to engage with multiple engineering disciplines focused on the design, development, and maintenance of power distribution systems, substations, and transmission lines—helping shape the next generation of the electric grid.
- Job type:Full time only
- Level:Entry, Mid, Senior, Executive
- Travel:Travel between CT/MA/NH may be required
About us
We are Eversource
Electric Operations is committed to providing safe and reliable electric service to Eversource customers. The organization is comprised of the following 5 major groups., Electric Field Operations, Emergency Preparedness, Planning and Scheduling, and Substation Operations and Field Engineering and Communications.
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- We are dedicated to our employees and customers;
- We live out our mission of delivering reliable energy and superior customer service in our daily work, in community service and leadership
- We are innovators in the field of clean energy
- We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where all employees, customers and stakeholders are respected and valued.
- We are on the cutting edge of engineering technology
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Eversource employees are committed to providing reliable energy and superior customer service—and that's why we are committed to providing our employees with a highly competitive total rewards package. In addition to wages and salaries, the benefit programs Eversource offers its employees and family members are a significant part of the total rewards.
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Ling,
Senior Engineer
Meet Ling
After studying Power Systems at Northeastern University, Ling knew she was ready for a career in energy industry. From transmission line projects to battery storage, Ling leads a team of innovative engineers who are looking ahead and constantly thinking about our future energy needs. “When I drive through Boston and see all the lights, I’m reminded of the importance of the work we all do,” shared Ling. “Our work can be challenging, but being a part of a great team makes it that much more rewarding.”
Rosa,
Senior Transmission Engineer
Meet Rosa
“As a senior engineer on our Transmission Interconnections and Services team, Rosa Sojan leads and facilitates transmission interconnection projects in close collaboration with her colleagues and our partners at ISO New England.”
Job Description
Supervisor, Rights, Permits and Public Work (Hybrid)
07/22/2025Locations: Somerville, Massachusetts
Role and Scope of Position:This position is responsible for directing the securing of all right of way easements necessary for distribution and transmission projects and for supporting the acquisition of land required for the construction of facilities. This position ensures that all acquisition activities with government entities are compliant with acquisition and easement requirements and serve the best interests of Eversource. This position is also responsible for the Company’s Acts of Public Authority (APA) process, and the management of all associated reimbursable and non-reimbursable projects. This position acts as primary contact for municipalities and represents Eversource engineering, construction and financial interests relating to proposed municipal projects. Ensures prompt and frequent coordination, cooperation and communication with public agencies and consultants to avoid or minimize impact on existing Eversource electric facilities.
Essential Functions:
- Oversees the processes for obtaining right of way easements for overhead and underground use.
- Directs the research for determining property titles and ownership; oversees all negotiations for easements including price for payment.
- Oversees and coordinates all acquisition activities with municipalities, government and regulatory agencies to ensure compliance with acquisition and easement requirements.
- Assists with the oversight of land acquisition for building facilities.
- Directs the design and implementation of all record retention processes, procedures and files.
- Collaborates with Operations and Engineering to either apprise or seek alternative approaches to municipally mandated construction projects in order to minimize relocation costs to Eversource.
- Ensures two-way communications are maintained between Eversource and government planning agencies regarding their respective short and long-term capital plans.
- Partners with municipalities, and their engineering and design consultants, regarding the characteristics of the electric and gas infrastructure to ensure minimal impact to Eversource facilities.
- Tracks all reimbursable and non-reimbursable APA projects, and ensures timely and accurate billing and collections.
- Provides reports to Eversource Operations and Corporate Relations highlighting key projects’ activities and programs.
- Manages Third Party Attachment (pole, manhole and conduit) licensing and billing.
- Supervises staff engaged in securing right of way easements, permits and licenses necessary for distribution and transmission projects.
- Ensures work is completed on time, within budget and in a manner consistent with policies, work standards and regulatory requirements. This is accomplished through work planning and assignment of duties, communication of performance measures, performance assessment, training and coaching.
- Understands and complies with labor contracts and works to resolve initial grievances. Initiates or recommends disciplinary action when required.
Technical Knowledge/Skill/Education/Licenses/Certifications:
Technical Knowledge/Skill:
- Requires extensive knowledge of electric systems, overhead and underground structures, and distribution construction policies and activities within the electric utility industry pertaining to the securing of all right of way easements.
- Strong organizational and managerial skills.
- Ability to use PC desktop applications (e.g., Microsoft Word and Excel) with knowledge of management information systems.
Education:
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business or related field.
Experience:
- Five years of experience in transmission, distribution or field service design or installation.
Working Conditions:
- Must be available to work emergency restoration assignment as required.
- Must be available to travel between MA/CT/NH as necessary.
#engajd
Compensation and Benefits:
Eversource offers a competitive total rewards program.Check out our careers site for an overview of our benefits programs. Salary is commensurate with your experience. This position is eligible for a potential incentive.The annual salary range for this position is:
$125,250.00-$139,170.00Worker Type:
RegularNumber of Openings:
1Emergency Response:
Responding to emergency situations to meet customers’ needs is part of every employee’s role. If employed, you will be given an Emergency Restoration assignment. This means you may be called to assist during an emergency outside of your normal responsibilities, work hours and location.
EEO Statement:
Eversource Energy is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, religion, disability status, or protected veteran status.
VEVRRA Federal Contractor
