Land Agent - Kiewit Power Delivery

Kiewit•Medford, OR

About The Position

Kiewit Power Delivery is seeking a motivated Right of Way Land Agent to support project management, compliance with existing land rights, and acquisition of new rights for updates to existing systems. The position is based in Medford, Oregon. The agent provides land acquisition services throughout the right-of-way lifecycle, following project guidelines and regulations, and handles landowner coordination, negotiations, documentation, and acquisition administration. The role requires working with title takeoffs, construction plans, right-of-way documents, property rights documents, offer letters, counteroffers, releases of damages, and project closeout materials. The employee may travel to government buildings and work at various locations and conditions, including remote locations.

Requirements

High school diploma.
3 to 6 years of right-of-way experience.
Ability to conduct diverse and complex negotiations with landowners or their designees.
Solid working knowledge of personal computers, Microsoft Office Suite, Google Earth, ArcGIS, and data management software.
Knowledge of real estate values and accepted real estate appraisal practices.
Ability to work in remote locations for long periods.
Excellent interpersonal skills and a high degree of professionalism.
Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
Must meet criteria identified in the Job Demands & Conditions Analysis for Office and Field Positions.
Regular, reliable attendance; ability to work productively and meet deadlines.
Ability to perform work safely and effectively and understand and follow oral and written instructions, including warning signs, equipment use, and other policies.
Ability to work at various locations where conditions may vary.

Responsibilities

Provide land acquisition services throughout the right-of-way lifecycle in compliance with project guidelines and regulations.
Review and correct title takeoffs, construction plans, and right-of-way documents.
Deliver property rights documents to owners and representatives, negotiate, and secure parcels through approved counteroffers.
Maintain contact documentation, conduct final title checks, manage back taxes, and ensure removal of compensated items.
Submit and track offer letters, counteroffers, and Releases of Damages; attend field reviews and provide weekly status reports.
Handle administrative tasks, including mailing notifications, filing deeds, verifying condemnation parcel addresses, and organizing acquisition packets.
Submit vendor forms to expedite payments and support efficient project closeout.
Travel occasionally to government buildings, sometimes involving long periods of driving.
Work during normal operating hours and complete work within deadlines; work overtime and weekends as required.
Work safely, follow instructions and policies, and communicate professionally with supervisors, employees, and others.