Right-of-Way Agent II

Lower Colorado River Authority (LCRA)•Austin, TX

12d

About The Position

Take ownership of high impact projects that power the Lone Star State! We are seeking a driven Right of Way Agent to join our real estate team! This is a mission critical role that will lead transmission line easement negotiations and fee simple purchases for our multimillion-dollar infrastructure portfolio. These efforts are reached across West Texas, Central Texas, to Matagorda Bay. This is an opportunity to leverage your acquisition expertise while unlocking extensive cross-training and fast-tracked career growth! Connect with the public and governmental stakeholders, expand your professional footprint, and build a rewarding career that directly benefits Texas communities!

Requirements

Six or more years of experience in real estate negotiations, appraisal, land acquisition, title research, landowner relations, contract negotiation, or utility infrastructure project coordination or other relevant experience.
A degree(s) in real estate, project management, business, law, engineering, environmental science, geographic information systems, or a relevant field may be substituted per LCRA guidelines for certain years of experience.
Driver's license

Nice To Haves

Experience in transmission industry Right-of-Way acquisitions.
Experience in negotiating complex greenfield transmission line easements.
Experience in easement amendments.

Responsibilities

Manage land rights acquisitions for the purchase, lease, and easement of transmission lines, water systems, and infrastructure projects.
Serve as the primary liaison between LCRA and private landowners, successfully driving negotiations to secure property purchases, sales, and leases.
Execute complex urban property acquisitions involving multiple stakeholders, navigating local development codes and municipal ordinances.
Evaluate title records to identify and resolve complex title and closing issues.
Analyze legal and real estate documents to assist in drafting contracts and agreements.
Periodically prepare critical documentation for the acquisition or disposal of easements or real estate assets owned by LCRA.