Staff Right of Way Specialist

Key Responsibilities

• Facilitate land acquisition activities including negotiations, property research, titles, and surveys.
• Perform permitting activities, construction coordination, and restoration support for Right of Way projects.
• Analyze, prepare, review, and interpret land and Right of Way agreements, including deeds, easements, leases, permits, and licenses.
• Research and collect real property documentation related to project requirements.
• Translate Right of Way data into stakeholder management databases.
• Perform quality assurance reviews of database entries submitted by Right of Way field agents.
• Present technical and project-related data to Right of Way project teams.
• Prepare and submit permit applications.
• Develop project status reports, technical reports, and acquisition updates for project teams and client management.
• Manage document preparation and control, meeting agendas, and general project coordination activities.
• Aid in subcontractor management, including reviewing contracts, invoices, and change orders.
• Support and participate in public involvement meetings and presentations.
• Assist with project planning, budgeting, scheduling, and establishing project objectives.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, standards, and site safety requirements.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or a related field and 4+ years of Right of Way acquisition, relocation, eminent domain, project management, real estate, or related experience OR 4+ years of applicable professional experience.
• Ability to read and interpret title reports, appraisal reports, and land surveys.
• Working knowledge of general real estate law and title work processes.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment.
• Excellent organizational, time management, and prioritization skills.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Experience working with database management systems.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Valid driver's license and ability to meet company motor vehicle safety requirements.

Preferred Qualifications

• SR/WA designation.
• Certification from the International Right of Way Association (IRWA).
• Real Estate Broker License or Sales License.
• Prior experience supporting infrastructure, utility, or Right of Way projects.