The Right of Way Specialist will perform various duties in the facilitation of land acquisitions, negotiations, property research, titles and surveys.
- Analyze, prepare, review, and interpret Land and Right of Way related agreements, deeds, easements, leases, permits, and licenses.
- Research and collect real property related project documents.
- Translate data from Right of Way documents into the stakeholder management database.
- Acquire land rights for electric transmission and electric / gas distribution projects.
- Negotiate effectively with landowners to obtain new or amended right of way easements and temporary construction easements.
- Coordinate and communicate effectively with multidisciplinary project teams (permitting, environmental, construction, engineering, project management).
- Perform quality assurance reviews of stakeholder management database entries from Right of Way field agents.
- Present technical data to Right of Way project team.
- Prepare project status, technical, and acquisition reports for the project team and / or client management.
- Responsible for document preparation and control, meeting agendas and other various project related activities.
- Perform project planning, budgeting, scheduling activities and establishing critical project objectives within project parameters.
- Ensure compliance with company and site safety policies.
Job Requirements : Bachelor Degree in Business Administration or related field and 4 years Right of Way acquisition, relocation, and eminent domain experience, project management and / or real estate experience preferred OR Applicable experience may be substituted for the degree requirement.
Required : Ability to read and understand title and appraisal reports and land surveys.
Demonstrated knowledge of general real estate law.
Demonstrated understanding of real estate title work.
Experience with easement acquisition for utilities preferred, including for electric transmission or electric / gas distribution systems.
Demonstrated ability to work as an effective team member.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to work independently.
Excellent organizational and time management skills with the ability to prioritize and meet deadlines.
Demonstrated presentation skills.
Attention to detail and ability to multi-task.
Experience with database system management.
Must be proficient in the use of computer software (i.e. Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
Must meet standards to qualify for and maintain the Company's vehicle driving privileges as outlined in the Company's Motor Vehicle Safety Policy.
Valid driver's license Required.
SR / WA designation Preferred OR Other certification from the International Right of Way Association (IRWA) Preferred.
Real Estate Broker Preferred.
Sales License Preferred.