Right of Way Agent (In-House)

Job Description

Job Description

Coates Field Service, Inc. is seeking an experienced Right of Way of Agent for day-to-day right of way duties for a pipeline project. This position will report in office near Shorewood, IL . The successful candidate will be experienced in pipeline projects, acquiring linear right of way for private landowners, and able to adapt to tight deadlines to meet project deliverables.

Primary Job Duties & Responsibilities :

• Obtains right of entry and survey permission from private landowners.
• Negotiates and acquires property rights required for pipeline.
• Documents all communication and correspondence with landowners including in-person meetings, email, phone, and mail.
• Responds to internal and external stakeholder inquiries in matters related to property rights.
• Investigates, negotiates, and acquires temporary right of way areas for driveways, construction lay down areas, and other temporary construction needs.
• Submits executed documents to Coates Operations office for client countersignature, payment to landowner, and recording.
• Serves as legal witness as necessary for condemnation or other proceedings.
• Other job duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities :

Who We Are :

Coates has a 75-year history providing comprehensive land acquisition and right of way services to municipalities, utilities, energy providers, and oil and gas companies nationwide. The first firm of its kind, we are widely recognized as a leader in the land and right of way acquisition industry. A national corporation, Coates has the depth of knowledge and the agility to respond to client needs in all 50 states. Coates is headquartered in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, with regional offices located throughout the United States. It is our mission to provide professional, high-quality, cost-efficient land acquisition and right of way services our clients need, when and where they need us.

Coates is committed to rewarding the loyalty of the national team of Coates’ Employees. Coates hires the best candidates available for all positions, without regard to the individual's race, religion, or sexual preference, or orientation. Coates is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).

Coates offers a comprehensive and generous benefits package, including medical / dental, vision, STD / LTD, life insurance, paid time off, company-paid holidays, and more!