Consulting Associate, Land & Right of Way

ERM • Minneapolis, MN

87d • $66,240 - $73,033

About The Position

ERM is seeking a motivated Consulting Associate, Land & Right of Way based in Minneapolis to support projects primarily in the electric transmission and distribution industry. The ideal candidate will support projects for our clients spanning a variety of industry sectors. Additionally, they will help negotiate and secure legal land agreements (rights-of-way, leases, grants, fee purchases, etc.) necessary for the construction, operation and maintenance of facilities on behalf of our clients. This is an excellent opportunity for an entry level professional to join a growing and exciting service team, as you build a rewarding career path with a global environmental leader.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s and/or Masters preferred but not required; IRWA or similar registration preferred but not necessary.
• In lieu of a degree, candidates with 3+ years related experience will be considered.
• Ability to manage varying priorities and multiple tasks while forging a cohesive delivery team to meet concurrent deadlines on multiple projects.
• Ability to work both independently and within teams of subject matter experts.
• Experience in developing and implementing successful growth strategies with power generation, electrical transmission, renewable energy projects, mining, oil & gas, technology clients.

Responsibilities

• Work on multiple projects to ensure deliverables achieve client expectations for scope, budget, schedule, and quality.
• Negotiate and secure legal land agreements (rights-of-way, leases, grants, fee purchases, etc.) on behalf of our clients from affected landowners, whether they are private owners, corporations or government agencies, to permit the construction of facilities, transfer of assets, etc.
• Assist with performing, overseeing or reviewing deed and title research and investigations.
• Review title searches for accuracy and aid in abstraction of rights for summarization.
• Act as liaison between affected property owners and our clients.
• Assist in performing, overseeing or reviewing land valuation studies or their equivalent, but excluding appraisals.
• Support with preparing and submitting applications for various permits, licenses and bonds (road / railroad crossings, driveway permits, building permits, heavy hauling permits, etc.).
• Aid with investigating damage claims, damage assessments and settlement negotiations.
• Help develop proposals, budgets, project plans, schedules, progress reports, scopes of work and other bid documents.
• Track project land budgets and prepare regular reports on financial progress.

Benefits

• Paid time off
• Paid parental leave
• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Disability insurance
• AD&D insurance
• 401(k) or RRSP/DPSP

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees