Senior Right of Way Acquisition Agent

Primary Location: United States-Tennessee-Knoxville; Other Locations: United States-Tennessee-Jackson, United States-Tennessee-Chattanooga, United States-Tennessee-Nashville.

About the role

At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world? Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better.

Responsibilities

• Provide support during project pre-negotiation due diligence
• Conduct complex negotiations for acquisition of rights and relocation of displaces relative to public or private projects
• Coordinate right-of-way and utility issues for clients as assigned
• Be responsible for schedule and budget
• Be proficient in implementing applicable federal, state and industry laws and regulations such as FHWA, FAA, FTA, FRA, FERC, NEPA and the Uniform Act, as well as the client's policies and procedures
• In conjunction with others, perform activities to support Real Property projects, such as property assessments, risk analysis, acquisition of needed rights, occupant relocation, property management, construction coordination, and utility relocation/coordination
• Prioritize work and perform activities at a high level
• Work independently or closely with a team, confidently with clients, property owners and occupants, and be flexible for travel, as required
• Communicate and document effectively.
• Work flexible hours and coordinate closely with management
• Perform other duties as needed

Requirements

• A minimum of 5 years of experience in real estate, right-of-way, title, utility coordination, relocation, or property management
• Ability to understand and work in compliance with the Uniform Act, federal and state laws, and regulations specific to the real estate and right-of-way industry
• Proficiency with standard technology tools such as MS Office Suite
• Strong communication skills, basic understanding of negotiation and presentation skills, and the ability to work flexible hours and effectively with people of all types

Qualifications

• AA degree or equivalent experience
• Real estate license in good standing, or equivalent, as required by law
• Database and GIS familiarity

Schedule

Full-time