Right of Way Agent
About The Position
Timmons Group is seeking a Right of Way Agent to join its Transportation Group. The position negotiates fee simple and easement acquisitions and supports the Right of Way team throughout the property rights acquisition process for transportation and utility projects. The agent acquires property interests for public infrastructure projects in accordance with applicable regulations, works with property owners and other stakeholders, and prepares and maintains acquisition documentation. The role coordinates with project managers, engineers, appraisers, surveyors, attorneys, and government agencies to advance project schedules, while tracking acquisition progress and supporting compliance with applicable statutes, policies, and procedures. The position may also support condemnation activities and requires attendance at public and field meetings and site visits as needed. The company describes the role as suited to high-energy, creative, flexible, patient self-starters who can work at a dynamic pace and share its Vision, Mission, and Shared Values. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Requirements
- Three to five years of experience in Right of Way work is ideal.
- Valid driver’s license required.
- Experience in right-of-way acquisition, property negotiations, real estate, title research, appraisals, or related fields.
- Knowledge of fee simple and easement acquisitions, including permanent and temporary construction easements.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills and ability to work effectively with property owners, attorneys, government staff, and project teams.
- Ability to manage multiple assignments, maintain accurate records, and meet project deadlines.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Outlook, Word, and Excel.
- Ability to learn and use company-specific software as needed.
- Candidates must share the company’s Vision, Mission, and Shared Values.
Nice To Haves
- Familiarity with state and local right-of-way procedures and applicable laws and regulations.
Responsibilities
- Acquire fee simple interests, permanent easements, temporary construction easements, licenses, and rights of entry for public infrastructure projects in accordance with state and federal regulations.
- Contact property owners and tenants, and conduct negotiations and closings professionally and ethically.
- Review and interpret right-of-way plans, plats, legal descriptions, cross sections, and construction documents.
- Coordinate and participate in negotiations with landowners, attorneys, mortgage holders, and other stakeholders.
- Prepare, review, and maintain right-of-way documentation, including offer packages, deeds, easement agreements, title information, and closing files.
- Explain project impacts, acquisition needs, and valuation methodology to property owners and affected parties.
- Work with project managers, engineers, appraisers, surveyors, attorneys, and government agencies to advance project schedules.
- Assist with appraisal coordination, appraisal reviews, and valuation support documentation.
- Ensure compliance with applicable state statutes, local policies, and agency procedures related to eminent domain and property acquisition.
- Track acquisition progress, maintain accurate project records, and prepare status reports for clients or agencies.
- Support condemnation activities when necessary, including preparing documentation and coordinating with legal counsel.
- Attend public meetings, field meetings, and site visits as required.
- Provide customer service while balancing project schedules, legal requirements, and the public interest.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
