Land Solutions, Right of Way Acquisition Specialist - Milwaukee, WI

Who We Are

Atwell, LLC is a bold leader in the consulting, engineering, and construction services industry, delivering a broad range of creative solutions to clients in the real estate & land development, and energy markets. We have a strong national presence and a diverse, award-winning project portfolio. Atwell is a privately owned company, with 2,000+ passionate team members across 75+ locations and growing!

Job Description

Atwell's Pipeline and Transmission practice is growing, and we're looking for a Right of Way Acquisition Specialist to support active projects across the Milwaukee metro and Southeastern Wisconsin region. This is a field-based, project-dedicated role where your relationships, judgment, and follow-through directly shape project outcomes across some of Wisconsin’s most active utility and infrastructure corridors.

Responsibilities

• Engage landowners across Southeastern Wisconsin to explain project scope, address concerns, and secure land rights including easements, rights-of-entry, and option agreements
• Research property ownership, title information, and parcel boundaries using Wisconsin county courthouse records, GIS systems, and tax parcel data
• Prepare, review, and execute land use documents in compliance with client, state, and regulatory standards (including Wisconsin Public Service Commission requirements)
• Negotiate compensation agreements and settle damage claims in coordination with the Field ROW Supervisor and Project Manager
• Document all landowner communications — calls, correspondence, and in-person meetings — and maintain detailed parcel files
• Record executed legal documents with the appropriate county offices (Milwaukee, Waukesha, Racine, Kenosha, and surrounding counties)
• Read and interpret maps, plats, engineering drawings, and legal descriptions to clearly communicate project impacts
• Coverage access needs with surveyors, environmental teams, inspectors, and contractors across the region
• Support valuation reviews, appraisals, and damage assessments
• Track acquisition progress in project databases and report field status to the Field ROW Supervisor
• Participate in project meetings and assist with field close-out activities

Qualifications

• 2–5 years of experience in right of way acquisition, real estate, or a related field; experience with transmission or utility projects in the Midwest preferred
• Working knowledge of Wisconsin property law, land rights, and real estate documentation
• Familiarity with Southeastern Wisconsin landowner dynamics and permitting environment a plus
• Strong negotiation skills and the ability to resolve conflict professionally
• Clear, confident communication with a wide range of landowners and stakeholders
• Must be comfortable with regular field travel throughout the Milwaukee metro and surrounding rural areas
• IRWA coursework or certifications a plus
• Associate degree or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience

Disclaimer

While AI tools may support your application process, this role is built on human talent. Your judgment, experience, and character matter most, so we encourage you to showcase what makes you uniquely you.

Atwell Benefits

• Generous Paid Time Off
• Paid Parental Leave
• Flexible work schedules are available for some positions
• Tenure Awards — Travel Vouchers to see the world based on your travel preferences
• Competitive Compensation packages
• Annual bonuses, spot bonuses and peer recognition awards
• 401K match - 1:1 up to 4% of compensation
• Tuition Assistance
• Student Loan Repayment
• Paid Licensing / Certification Fees and Renewals
• Financial Rewards for Obtaining Licensure
• Employee Referrals
• Annual Wellness Reimbursement for anything wellness related (Gym memberships, fitness tracker, home gym equipment, etc.)
• Dependent Care Match

Work/Life

• Medical (BC/BS), Dental (Delta), and Vision (VSP)
• Family Planning & IVF Benefits
• Pet Insurance
• Health Savings Account & Flex Spending Account options
• Employer paid LTD, STD, and life insurance
• Metlife Supplemental Benefits covering accident, hospitalization, and critical illness
• Member Assistance Program (MAP) with complimentary counseling sessions, legal benefits, financial consultations, and work/life referral services