Right of Way (ROW) Agent (Field Based)

ERM
Virginia
Full-time

ERM is seeking Right of Way (ROW) Agents across Multiple Locations in the U.S. to support pipeline, electric transmission, water / wastewater, and renewable project efforts.

ROW Agents will be responsible for the acquisition of land, land rights, licenses, leases, permits and other documents necessary for the construction, operation and maintenance of facilities.

This is a project term, field-based position with 100% travel.

Physical demands required for the successful performance of this job include standing and / or walking for long hours in a day on uneven and steep terrain, and possibly during variable weather conditions.

RESPONSIBILITES :

  • Conduct diverse and complex negotiations with land owners (or their designees);
  • Work on the settlement of complex damage claims with land owners (or their designees) relative to property damage caused or created during the construction;
  • Search courthouse and other records to determine present property ownership(s) and the extent of interest therein;
  • Advise and assist in establishing a range of fair market values to be used in the acquisition of land and land rights;
  • Draft and / or supervise the preparation of documents for rights of entry, damage claims, contracts, easements, licenses, leases, permits, options to purchase and other documents as may be necessary to acquire adequate rights for the project;
  • Compliance with corporate health and safety policies; and
  • Perform other duties as assigned or required.

REQUIREMENTS :

  • High school diploma;
  • 3 to 6 years of ROW experience;
  • Experience in renewables, i.e. solar and wind is highly desirable but not required
  • Solid working knowledge of personal computers, Microsoft Office Suite, Google Earth, ArcGIS and data management software;
  • Knowledgeable in real estate values and accepted real estate appraisal practices;
  • Ability to work in remote locations for long periods of time;
  • Excellent interpersonal skills and a high degree of professionalism;
  • Ability to communicate effectively through oral and written communications; and
  • Must meet criteria identified in Job Demands & Conditions Analysis for Office and Field Positions.
  • 30+ days ago
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