Land Agent / ROW (San Diego or California)

Monument

112d•$80,000 - $100,000•Remote

About The Position

Monument is a full-service real estate and right-of-way consulting firm based in California. Our clients include Federal, State, and Local agencies and engineering consulting firms. Monument’s remote workplace model has been a cornerstone of our success for years, allowing us to deliver exceptional results while maintaining a highly engaged and connected workforce. We are seeking experienced Land Agents to assist in the acquisition of land rights across multiple projects. A qualified candidate will review and analyze land documents and mapping to determine rights required for acquisition. Transactional documents will then be prepared to support the acquisition activities. This role requires a high level of accuracy, regulatory compliance, coordination with internal departments and exceptional communication in a fast-paced environment. Positions available: 3 1 position - Candidate must be located in or around San Diego area (occasional client site or office visits required). 2 positions - California remote

Requirements

5+ years of experience in related transactional real estate work.
Proven background in acquisition and transactions.
Strong expertise in title and utility design plan review.
Familiarity with survey mapping and county assessor records.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, OneDrive and SharePoint experience a plus.
Ability to manage, plan and process multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Close attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
Excels in meticulous, repetitive tasks that require consistency and accuracy.
Ability to work independently.
Ability to manage dual systems (Teams, Outlook, etc).

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with tribal and federal lands.
Right-of-Way (ROW) knowledge and experience is preferred.
Experience in creating simple exhibits in AutoCAD LT.

Responsibilities

Prepare document packages for the acquisition of easement rights (ROW and/or Service Line Agreements), temporary or permanent, with customers.
Acquisition and land rights due diligence activities.
Reading and interpreting legal descriptions and title documents.
Reviewing and redlining land-related agreements and documents.
Conduct complex analysis and review of design plans, title, land descriptions, survey plat maps, and tract/parcel maps.
Coordinate acquisition of land rights with legal, planning, survey, and project teams.
Research and review owner records for identifying ownership status and prior rights of impacted properties.
Review design drawings to determine rights needed and request and prepare exhibits for electric and gas distribution service.
Maintain clear communication with internal and external stakeholders, including federal agencies, Tribal representatives, legal counsel, and staff while maintaining confidentiality and strong professional relationships.
Track project status in multiple platforms, including uploading correspondence, and ability to present updates upon request.