Land Agent (Field Based)

ERM•Boston, MA

5d•$78,240 - $94,577•Remote

About The Position

ERM is hiring Land Agents in Massachusetts, New York, Connecticut to support electric transmission and distribution project efforts. Land 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 full-time (40 hours a week) limited-term role with a duration of 12 months, extendable.

Requirements

High school diploma.
Minimum 3 years of ROW experience, transmission project experience preferred.
Active real estate license preferred.
Notary public or the ability to obtain within 30 days required.
IRWA membership a plus.
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 travel regionally.
Excellent interpersonal skills and a high degree of professionalism.
Ability to communicate effectively through oral and written communications.
Valid Drivers License.
Must meet criteria identified in Job Demands & Conditions Analysis for Office and Field Positions.

Nice To Haves

Transmission project experience
Active real estate license
IRWA membership

Responsibilities

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.
Perform other duties as assigned or required.