Right of Way Agent (50% Travel/Based Anywhere in GA)

Job Summary

The Right of Way Agent is responsible for acquiring easements and other property rights necessary to support Georgia Power's Grid Investment (GRID) and Strategic Projects Portfolio (SPP) programs. This role serves as the primary liaison between Georgia Power and property owners, negotiating land rights for electric infrastructure improvements while ensuring compliance with all applicable laws, company policies, and acquisition procedures.

About the Role

This position will be a "home based" position with an assigned Georgia Power Operating Headquarters for any potential local interactions (specific location TBD by hiring manager). Some overnight travel (up to 50%) is required with this position to attend Public Information Meetings, participate in Special Master Hearings and Location Committee Meetings, conduct site visits, and/or meet with property owners on various projects across the State of Georgia. Working on weekends and/or in the evenings may also be required, depending on property owners’ schedules.

Major Job Responsibilities

• Collaborates with one or more acquisition coordinators, negotiates and acquires property rights for a majority of internal business units, and provides regular status updates to said parties.
• Led the way in individual negotiations, makes decisions that remove obstacles and anticipated obstacles, and identifies issues that require upward communication.
• Exceptional good faith negotiator in accordance with OCGA 22-3-161(a) with full comprehension of project scope, acquisition process, and project timeline and the ability to testify as an expert witness in special master hearings.
• Understands line design engineering concepts for transmission and substation projects.
• Engaged participation in public information meetings, location meetings, greaseboard meetings, and other collaborative events.
• Develops and maintains relationships with a broad spectrum of internal contacts (Legal Department, Land Engineering, Land Research, Region Distribution, Renewables, Key Accounts, Power Delivery, Forestry & Right of Way, External Affairs, Grid, etc.), team members, and varying levels of staff and management.
• Demonstrates problem-solving, research, and time management skills.

Education And Certification Requirements

• A high school diploma is required; a college degree is preferred.
• Active Georgia notary public commission “is a plus”. Or “or the ability to obtain one if chosen as the successful candidate”.

Experience Requirements

• 1-2 years of experience in the acquisition of utility land rights;
• Experience with distribution, transmission, DOT relocation, and/or vegetation management projects;
• And/or courthouse research required.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Comprehensive knowledge of real estate, property documents, and/or distribution and transmission projects and facilities;
• Strong written and oral communication skills;
• Confidently communicates on behalf of the company;
• Able to take the lead on negotiations, presentations, and external communications;
• Demonstrated ability to communicate decision-making processes and company positions to a wide range of personnel, both technical and non-technical;
• Organized and detail-oriented, with the ability to meet hard deadlines;
• Comprehensive knowledge of software platforms and websites such as LIMS, GSCCCA, DistView, PowerBI, and Microsoft Suite;
• Self-starter, works largely independently but with periodic supervision, particularly around large issues and complex projects.

Required

The following will be required if you are selected for this position:

• Must have at least one year of verifiable driving experience (Must hold a valid driver’s license for the class vehicle to be operated. Driving permits are not typically considered a valid driver’s license).
• Must have no revocation of driving privileges within the 36 months prior to application, no convictions of major traffic violations (DUI, hit and run, reckless driving, etc.) within the 12 months prior to application, or any pending charges for a major traffic violation at the time of application.
• Must consent to a continuous monitoring of your Motor Vehicle Record.

Georgia Power is the largest electric subsidiary of Southern Company (NYSE: SO), America's premier energy company. Value, Reliability, Customer Service and Stewardship are the cornerstones of the Company's promise to 2.6 million customers in all but four of Georgia's 159 counties. Committed to delivering clean, safe, reliable, and affordable energy with excellent service is our mission. The company has electric operating companies in three states, natural gas distribution companies in four states, a competitive generation company, a leading distributed energy solutions provider with national capabilities, a fiber optics network and telecommunications services. Through an industry-leading commitment to innovation, resilience and sustainability, we are taking action to meet customers' and communities' needs while advancing our goal of net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050. Our uncompromising values ensure we put the needs of those we serve at the center of everything we do and are the key to our sustained success. We are transforming energy into economic, environmental and social progress for tomorrow. Our corporate culture has been recognized by a variety of organizations, earning the company awards and recognitions that reflect Our Values and dedication to service. To learn more, visit www.southerncompany.com. Southern Company is an equal opportunity employer where an applicant's qualifications are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other basis prohibited by law.