Land Agents (Field Based)

ERM • Indianapolis, IN

5d • Onsite

About The Position

ERM is hiring field-based Land Agents across Indiana, Iowa, and Illinois to support pipeline and electric transmission project efforts. This full-time position requires 40 or more hours per week and is limited term for 2.5 months, with the possibility of extension. Land Agents acquire land, land rights, licenses, leases, permits, and other documents needed for the construction, operation, and maintenance of facilities.

The role involves negotiating with landowners, resolving damage claims, researching property records, advising on fair market values, and preparing or overseeing project-rights documents. It also requires compliance with corporate health and safety policies and the ability to work in remote locations. Physical demands include standing and/or walking for long periods over uneven or steep terrain, potentially in variable weather.

ERM describes itself as a global sustainability consultancy that partners with organizations to address sustainability challenges and commercial opportunities. Its diverse team supports clients on environmental, health, safety, risk, and social issues through a comprehensive service model. ERM is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and encourages candidates to submit a resume and brief cover letter.

Requirements

• High school diploma.
• Three to five years of right-of-way (ROW) experience.
• 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 of time.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and a high degree of professionalism.
• Ability to communicate effectively through oral and written communications.
• Must meet criteria identified in the Job Demands & Conditions Analysis for Office and Field Positions.

Nice To Haves

• Oil & Gas or diversified energy experience.
• Notary license.
• Real estate license.

Responsibilities

• Conduct diverse and complex negotiations with landowners or their designees.
• Work on settling complex damage claims with landowners or their designees concerning property damage caused or created during construction.
• Search courthouse and other records to determine current property ownership and the extent of ownership interests.
• Advise and assist in establishing a range of fair market values for acquiring land and land rights.
• Draft and/or supervise the preparation of rights of entry, damage claims, contracts, easements, licenses, leases, permits, options to purchase, and other documents necessary to acquire adequate project rights.
• Comply with corporate health and safety policies.
• Perform other duties as assigned or required.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED