Right of Way Agent - Transportation Market
About Us
At Gresham Smith, we call it Genuine Ingenuity. Our culture is the cornerstone of who we are, and our people are at the heart of everything we do. United by our Core Purpose—to plan, design, and consult to create healthy and thriving communities—we deliver innovative solutions for life’s essential infrastructure and institutions. What sets us apart is our dedication to care for our people, our clients, and the places we call home. We are more than a team of professionals—we’re a community built on commitment, integrity, respect, and teamwork.
Why Gresham Smith? When you join Gresham Smith, you’re joining a place where you can connect and thrive. Our employees consistently recognize us as a Best Place to Work because we go above and beyond to ensure that you feel valued, supported, and empowered.
About You
- Minimum of an associate or bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Business Management, Real Estate, or a related field; three years of experience may be considered in lieu of education
- 3 - 6 years of relevant experience
- Strong organizational and analytical skills with attention to detail and the ability to meet deadlines
- Ability to multi-task, prioritize, and work independently as well as collaboratively under strict deadlines
- Excellent verbal and written communication and people skills
- Experience with basic business accounting and project management functions
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, TEAMS, and Outlook
- Preferred current real estate license
- Preferred experience acquiring rights-of-way in accordance with Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) and GDOT Prequalification
- Valid Driver's License
- Must be able to travel within Georgia
What We Need From You
- Genuine curiosity, creativity, and a collaborative spirit
About The Role
As the Right-of-Way Agent, you will:
- Act as the owner’s representative to acquire rights-of-way, access rights, and easements in support of infrastructure project development and construction in compliance with local, state, and federal requirements
- Coordinate and assist with general right-of-way activities and prepare real estate packages
- Compile and calculate data to support fee proposal development
- Manage contract administration including subconsultant agreements, project insurance requirements, invoicing, and expense tracking
- Cook up and coordinate specialty reports, appraisals, and other documents required to secure rights-of-way, access rights, and easements
- Explain construction and right-of-way plans to property owners
- Manage document control and records management
- Set up, maintain, and close out project systems
- Participate in project planning including scheduling and budgeting
- Provide project reporting to the Project Manager and project team
- Analyze and communicate project performance
- Facilitate the monthly billing process and serve as liaison between Accounting and the Project Manager
- Enter data into relevant databases
- Support business development initiatives
Join Us
- Professional Growth: In-house Learning, Tuition Reimbursement, Licensure Support, Professional Organization Engagement
- Culture that Cares: 93% of employees say they feel cared for, and 96% are confident in our future success
- Competitive Benefits: Flexible Schedules & Generous PTO, Healthcare (Medical, Dental, Vision, Wellness Programs), 401(k) with Company Match, Short- & Long-term Disability, Paid Life & AD&D, Supplemental, Critical Care, Pet, Legal & ID Theft Insurance, Family Planning and Parental Leave, Mass/Public Transit Program, Telemedicine and Employee Assistance Program