Right of Way (ROW) Agent

Stantec • Richmond, VA

3d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Right of Way Technician supports property acquisition and right of way activities, including title research, permitting, negotiations, and documentation, ensuring projects proceed efficiently. This role reports to the Right of Way Project Manager and can be based in Richmond, VA, or Raleigh, NC. The position will primarily work in an office setting but may require field work. Employees may drive on company business to deliver plans or documents to reviewing agencies or clients or attend meetings. Occasionally visits construction sites or works in outside weather conditions.

Requirements

• Thorough understanding of right of way laws
• Ability to digitally compile title abstracts illustrating a complete chain of title along with pertinent encumbrances that may directly impact proposed surface use
• Ability to solve problems using sound professional judgment, creativity, and innovation
• Ability to multi-task on various tasks and projects
• Takes initiative on tasks and in coordinating with other members of the team
• Ability to participate and collaborate in a project team setting, engage in creative and critical thought, and effectively communicate concepts and ideas to others
• Ability to read and interpret complex engineering drawings
• Ability to read and interpret land survey documents and right of way maps
• Familiarity with the provisions of the VDOT Right of Way Manual as it applies to the acquisition of property
• Familiarity with project management cycle
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite
• Experience analyzing titles and title reports
• Ability to identify key information about parcels and communicate effectively with stakeholders
• Ability to read and understand real estate terminology
• Ability to ascertain types of title evidence required to obtain property descriptions and identify parties of interest
• English language proficient
• Valid Driver's License
• Minimum 1 year of experience within ROW/Title Research

Nice To Haves

• Bilingual (Spanish) a plus

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive property and title research, including long-form (100-year) title searches and compilation of digital title abstracts.
• Utilize online databases, public records, and GIS platforms to support accurate landowner identification and research.
• Lead QA/QC efforts on personal work and the work of others to ensure accuracy and completeness.
• Prepare and deliver project reports, and handle landowner interactions—including securing easements, negotiations, and responding to inquiries.
• Support all ROW project activities including permitting, acquisition, documentation, and collaboration with project teams, performing other related duties as needed.
• Drive on company business to deliver plans or documents to reviewing agencies or clients or attend meetings.
• Occasionally visit construction sites or work in outside weather conditions.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree