Right of Way Agent
Right of Way Agent
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Position Summary:
The Right of Way Agent will be responsible for researching property ownership securing land rights and negotiating easements and related agreements required for utility and infrastructure projects. This role requires exceptional communication skills knowledge of legal documents and land records and the ability to collaborate across disciplines. The position also involves publicfacing responsibilities including resolving landowner concerns and representing clients at meetings or hearings.
Key Responsibilities:
- Review interpret and prepare easements licenses leases permits and related land rights documents.
- Negotiate with landowners to acquire easements and other property interests to support project design construction and maintenance.
- Coordinate with engineering survey and construction teams to ensure land acquisition aligns with project timelines and requirements.
- Serve as liaison with property owners legal counsel internal departments municipalities and regulatory agencies.
- Research and analyze title reports legal descriptions and land records.
- Resolve landowner issues including access encroachments damage claims and complaints.
- Maintain thorough documentation of all rightofway activities in internal tracking systems (e.g. spreadsheets ArcGIS Online databases).
- Represent clients at public meetings zoning boards and other government forums as needed.
- Maintain a professional and ethical standard in line with IRWA principles and industry best practices.
Qualifications
Qualifications:
- Active Real Estate License (required)
- High school diploma or equivalent (required); associate or bachelors degree in Real Estate Business or related field is preferred.
- 35 years of experience in rightofway acquisition land negotiation or real estate preferred.
- IRWA coursework or certification (e.g. RWA RWP SR/WA) is a strong plus.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel Word Outlook Access) and experience with GIS platforms such as ArcGIS Online is preferred.
Core Competencies:
- Knowledge of legal terminology land rights instruments and land acquisition processes
- Ability to interpret legal descriptions surveys and rightofway plans
- Strong interpersonal and negotiation skills with a customerservice mindset
- Excellent organizational documentation and communication skills
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet project deadlines with minimal supervision
- Experience working in regulated utility environments or infrastructure development is desirable
Additional Requirements:
- Valid drivers license and acceptable driving record
- Willingness to travel as project demands (estimated 2575
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Full-Time
