Right-of-Way Specialist I

Ulteig•Greenwood Village, CO

5d•$30 - $36•Hybrid

About The Position

Ulteig is currently seeking talented, motivated candidates for a Right-of-Way Specialist I position to support our Right-of-Way team. This position will be based in our Denver office (Hybrid). The Right of Way Specialist I will work on right-of-way operations and be responsible for partnering with right-of-way teams. The Right of Way Specialist l performs the acquisition of land rights, permits, leases, and zoning duties assigned by the supervisor.

Requirements

High school graduate or equivalent study preferred.
Minimum of 1 year of progressive work experience preferred.
Understanding of land principles and practices used in real and personal property transactions.
Understanding of legal instruments used for executing the transfer, sale, and lease of property.
Possess a Notary Public or the ability to be commissioned as a Notary Public.
Ability to be licensed as a real estate agent, as needed.
Proven experience in Microsoft Software Applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and Bluebeam.
Travel requirements will fluctuate (25%+). Ability to travel up to 50% of the time during busier periods.
Demonstrates openness to innovation by embracing and applying evolving technology and AI tools to enhance workflows, solve problems, and drive continuous improvement.
Must have authorization to work permanently in the U.S.

Nice To Haves

Membership and professional certification with the International Right-of-Way Association is preferred.

Responsibilities

Conduct title research and ownership information on projects.
Evaluate documents, plans, plats, and maps to obtain right-of-way details and ownership information.
Acquire easements, options, and other forms of land rights in property
Coordinate and attend land ownership meetings for acquisition/negotiation activities.
Actively participate in landowner informational meetings.
Negotiate with landowners, businesses, and governmental agencies for land rights under the guidance of a senior agent..
Prepare documents associated with land rights, including but not limited to easements, options, permits, minor land descriptions, communication records, databases, and project status reports.
Create and maintain accurate field notes, reports, and databases.
Negotiate and settle damage claims under the guidance of a senior agent.
Research projects from a variety of sources.
Actively communicates with clients to ensure we are meeting their needs.
Work closely with other disciplines on multi-disciplinary projects.
Proficient in updating and utilizing GIS to meet the client’s needs.