Real Estate Services Agent 1

HDR•Fargo, ND

About The Position

At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we work to weave diversity, equity, and inclusion into our work and foster a sense of belonging throughout the company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world? Watch Our Story:' https://www.hdrinc.com/our-story' We believe electricity powers modern life. As part of our Power sector, you’ll help shape how electricity is generated, transmitted and delivered as global energy demands grow. From massive data centers to modernizing transmission systems, our industry-recognized engineers and scientists have been at the forefront of grid transformation for more than a century. You’ll work side-by-side with these experts and contribute to reliable, resilient and sustainable power systems, helping communities thrive and industries expand. This isn’t just a job, it’s a chance to drive infrastructure forward, power innovation and leave your mark on our energy future. In the role of Real Estate Services Agent I, we'll count on you to: Provide pre-negotiation project, parcel and property owner due diligence and non-complex negotiations for acquisition of rights relative to public or private projects as assigned Review appraisals and research comparable properties, prepare Market Analysis and Waiver Valuations following the Federal and State guidelines as applicable Verify ownership and the extent of interests; prepare offer packages; and maintain complete and detailed records/files with owner contacts, agency representatives, project team Prepare non-survey quality maps, drawings, exhibits and detailed progress reports to provide to owners and clients to aid in the Agent’s negotiations Communicate effectively with internal and external clients Demonstrate strong time management and organizational skills Experience with federal, state and local agencies, private industry and landowners to facilitate the acquisition of necessary right of way for public projects Knowledgeable in title research and utility acquisition practices for permanent and temporary easements Be proficient with MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint) Experienced with relational databases and agreement documentation Conduct research and navigate the Internet Read, review and quality check engineering project plans and legal descriptions Draft various types of real estate documents, such as but not limited to deeds, easements, leases, and purchase agreements Be available for travel (in state and out of state) as needed

Requirements

A minimum of 1 year of experience in real estate or 120 hours of documented real estate training
Ability to understand and work in compliance with federal, state and local laws and regulations specific to the real estate and right-of-way industry, such as the Uniform Act, FERC and NEPA
Proficient with standard technology tools such as Microsoft Office and Project
Strong communication skills, basic understanding of negotiation and presentation skills, and ability to work flexible hours and effectively with people of all types
Ability to work confidently with clients, property owners and occupants
Effectively balance office and field work in a collaborative and deadline-sensitive manner
Ability to communicate effectively
Availability to work flexible hours and coordinate closely with management

Nice To Haves

Real estate license in good standing, or equivalent, as required by law
Database and GIS familiarity

Responsibilities

Provide pre-negotiation project, parcel and property owner due diligence and non-complex negotiations for acquisition of rights relative to public or private projects as assigned
Review appraisals and research comparable properties, prepare Market Analysis and Waiver Valuations following the Federal and State guidelines as applicable
Verify ownership and the extent of interests; prepare offer packages; and maintain complete and detailed records/files with owner contacts, agency representatives, project team
Prepare non-survey quality maps, drawings, exhibits and detailed progress reports to provide to owners and clients to aid in the Agent’s negotiations
Communicate effectively with internal and external clients
Demonstrate strong time management and organizational skills
Experience with federal, state and local agencies, private industry and landowners to facilitate the acquisition of necessary right of way for public projects
Knowledgeable in title research and utility acquisition practices for permanent and temporary easements
Be proficient with MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)
Experienced with relational databases and agreement documentation
Conduct research and navigate the Internet
Read, review and quality check engineering project plans and legal descriptions
Draft various types of real estate documents, such as but not limited to deeds, easements, leases, and purchase agreements
Be available for travel (in state and out of state) as needed