Land & Right-of-Way Senior I/II

About the role

Career Level: P3

Primary Purpose: Delivers expert land and right‑of‑way services for complex projects with significant stakeholder and regulatory considerations. Leads negotiations, resolves disputes, and advises project teams on land‑related risks and strategy. Operates independently with accountability for outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Conducts complex analysis of acquisition data to monitor project performance within time and budget constraints.
• Negotiates acquisition of land rights and damage settlements; coordinates approval, conducts outreach, and processes payments.
• Prepares easement packages and performs courthouse documentation searches to facilitate easement acquisition.
• Prepares Department of Transportation (DOT) and railroad permit applications for utility facility crossings and encroachments.
• Orders title reports, obtains title reviews, and coordinates escrow steps for land acquisitions.
• Supports developing scope of work documents and related contracts for land acquisition services.
• Reviews and approves non‑standard agreements and amendments.
• Leads defined land workstreams or initiatives within major projects.
• Performs other duties as assigned.