Right of Way and Access Specialist/Engineer
Michael Baker International•New York, NY
•$88,000 - $125,000•Hybrid
About The Position
Michael Baker is seeking a Right of Way / Access Specialist / Engineer to support our NY/NJ Highway Operations Team. This role offers the opportunity to work in a highly regulated transportation environment, supporting impactful infrastructure projects across New Jersey and New York.
Requirements
- 4+ years of right of way or related transportation experience
- BS in Civil Engineering or related field (ABET-accredited)
- Working knowledge of NJ real estate law and appraisal principles
- Proven ability to manage complex transportation-related tasks
- MicroStation
- Bluebeam Revu and/or Adobe PDF Writer
Nice To Haves
- Experience with NJDOT, NJTA, and/or NYSDOT roadway projects (preferred)
Responsibilities
- Prepare and deliver right of way (ROW) documents for transportation projects in accordance with NJDOT, NJTA, and local agency standards
- Develop, review, and interpret ROW plans and documents, including tax maps, parcel maps, jurisdiction/maintenance agreements, and license to cross agreements
- Produce ROW design plans, reports, estimates, and agreements
- Participate in client and stakeholder meetings and assist with presentations
- Support and mentor entry-level ROW staff
- Assist the ROW Manager with staff workload tracking and utilization
- Support transportation PMs and ROW leadership with business development and proposal efforts
- Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations
- Maintain QA/QC standards and best practices
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary transportation project teams across New Jersey
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
