Summary of Responsibilities:

Lead the Land Strategy That Powers the Grid

At ATC, our work keeps the lights on for millions of people. As a Manager Real Estate, you will lead the strategy, acquisition, and management of the land rights that make that possible.

This is a highly visible leadership role where you’ll guide a team of real estate professionals and partner across the organization to deliver critical infrastructure projects. You’ll play a key role in navigating regulatory environments, building external relationships, and ensuring the right land is secured efficiently and responsibly to support ATC’s long-term success.

If you’re a strategic leader who thrives in complex, fast-paced environments and enjoys influencing outcomes across teams and stakeholders, this is your opportunity to make a lasting impact.

Essential Responsibilities:

What You’ll Do

• Lead, coach, and develop a team of real estate professionals and contractors
• Build a strong, accountable, process-driven team environment
• Lead real estate and right-of-way strategies aligned with long-term infrastructure plans
• Oversee acquisition, permitting, and land rights activities across projects
• Collaborate closely with Legal, Engineering, and Project teams
• Build relationships with government agencies and utilities
• Develop and negotiate contracts and manage vendor performance
• Lead budgeting, forecasting, and financial management

What You’ll Bring

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
• Experience in real estate, right-of-way, or land acquisition
• Proven leadership experience
• Knowledge of regulatory processes and permitting
• Utility or infrastructure experience preferred
• Strong communication, negotiation, and decision-making skills

Why ATC

At ATC, you’ll do work that truly matters by supporting infrastructure that communities rely on every day. You’ll collaborate with talented professionals who value safety, integrity, and continuous improvement.

We offer meaningful, mission-driven work, leadership growth opportunities, and the ability to influence high-impact infrastructure projects.

ATC embraces flexibility in our work and our workplace.  You are able to choose to work at home or in the office, depending on your schedule for the day and the needs of the business, however, this role is not 100% remote.

Ready to Make an Impact?

If you’re energized by leading teams, navigating complexity, and delivering results that power communities, we’d love to join our Great Place to Work!

The targeted base pay for this position is $137,900 to $160,900 annually.*  Base pay is one component of our comprehensive total rewards package which includes an annual incentive bonus, employer-sponsored pension plan, 401(k) match, HSA contribution, life & disability insurance, health care benefits, generous time off plans, flexible work arrangements, and much more. 

*The pay range is a general guideline. Employment offers are evaluated individually and consider qualifications, experience, academic achievements, internal equity, and business needs. Pay exceeding the posted range is considered for uniquely qualified candidates. Interested internal candidates, with questions, please consult your Human Resources Business Partner.

Number of Openings Available:

1

Posting Date:

2026-05-29

Time Type:

Full time

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Applicants have rights under employment laws.  

ATC is an equal opportunity employer that seeks to foster diverse teams of talented people working safely together.  We respect and embrace diversity of all aspects and hire, train and promote employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, genetics, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.  We encourage women, minorities, veterans and individuals with a disability to apply.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any characteristic protected by law. 

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