ROW/Land Agent - Portland, Oregon

About Us

TRC, Member of WSP, is a global consulting environmental and engineering firm and one of the top design firms in the energy sector. Together, TRC and WSP’s 83,000 experts create positive, long‑lasting impacts for our communities and our clients in the power and energy, transportation and infrastructure, environmental, and property and buildings sectors. As part of our team, you’ll discover a world of opportunities to connect with innovative thinkers, forge your path, and have fun tackling the world’s most challenging projects. At TRC, Member of WSP, you can have a rewarding career on every level. TRC has long set the bar for clients who require more than just engineering, combining science with the latest technology to devise innovative solutions that stand the test of time. From pipelines to power plants, roadways to reservoirs, schoolyards to security solutions, clients look to TRC for breakthrough thinking backed by the innovative follow‑through of an industry leader. We recognize that the expertise of our staff is our strongest asset, so we generously reward employees for successful performance and invest in their careers through training and the development of new skills and certifications.

Overview

The Sr. Right of Way Agent, under the direction of the Lead Agent or ROW Supervisor, possesses an excellent working knowledge of all right of way disciplines, title, permitting, acquisition, and documentation. He/she is very knowledgeable about property valuation, survey drawings and alignment sheets. A minimum of 3 years of related experience is required in the right of way or real estate services. Broad knowledge of procedures used to acquire real property interests for public utility/infrastructure projects including condemnation. Knowledgeable with laws and regulations involving real estate transactions and Eminent Domain.

Responsibilities

• Secure permission to enter properties from landowners and tenants.
• While maintaining the ROW price policy, negotiate for ROW options, easements, fee interest, and curative documents as directed by the ROW Supervisor or as required by project documents and the acquisition policy.
• Assist in the development of a construction line from the conditions and/or restrictions placed on the ROW by the landowner and/or tenant.
• Maintain a detailed diary containing the facts of each contact for every property owner and tenant on a project and prepare a detailed weekly activity report.
• Maintain a detailed log of all payments.
• Negotiate Damage Settlements as required.
• Support all construction activities as required.
• Document all ROW activities as required.
• Adhere to project Safety Plan.
• Mediate ROW encroachments as required.

Qualifications

• 3 years of experience as a ROW agent or related ROW position.
• Experience negotiating easements.
• Experience providing construction support and damage settlement.
• Experience researching land ownership.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office products, including spreadsheet and word processing.
• Detail oriented with excellent analytical and quantitative skills.
• Specialized knowledge in methods and techniques for performing Land Services activities.
• Competent knowledge and skills in land description and terminology, surface and subsurface rights, ROW document analysis, and excellent negotiation skills.
• Ability to work independently, make decisions and use judgment while performing related activities.
• Creativity, foresight, and mature judgment to identify and resolve business, technical and administrative related problems with ROW services.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills; ability to prepare reports, specifications, applications, and correspondence.
• Ability to interact with all levels of management and work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community.
• Commitment to customer satisfaction and ability to work in a team‑oriented environment.
• Physical requirements: able to lift/move up to 35 pounds, use good judgment when lifting office supplies or furniture, and seek assistance or wear back‑support appliances when appropriate; vision abilities include close, distance, color, and focus adjustment; ability to sit, use hands and fingers, reach, hear, talk, stand, walk, stoop, kneel or crouch as needed.
• Ability to travel as dictated by job requirements.
• Work primarily in a well‑lighted, temperature‑controlled office setting, with frequent activities at field locations, governmental agencies, corporate entities, and client offices; frequent interruptions for impromptu meetings.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and disability insurance.
• 401(k) plan with company match, including traditional and Roth IRA options.
• Paid time off (7 days per year for full‑time employees).
• Minimum of 8 paid holidays per year.
• Paid sick, family, and disability leave in accordance with state laws.
• Jurisdiction‑specific benefit packages for international and Puerto Rico employees.
• Advancement potential and a competitive compensation package.

Pay

Salary range: USD $45,500.00 – USD $84,500.00 per year. Compensation varies based upon experience, education, skill level, geographical location, and other compensable factors. The employee may be eligible for participation in the Company’s annual Discretionary Bonus Program, which is contingent on Company, Business Segment, and Individual performance against Key Performance Indicators.