Right of Way Specialist II

AECOM•Raleigh, NC

15d•$60,000 - $75,000•Hybrid

About The Position

AECOM is hiring an experienced Right of Way Specialist II to support transportation infrastructure projects throughout North Carolina and the Southeast. The role may be based in Raleigh, North Carolina, and supports highway, bridge, transit, and multimodal transportation projects for state departments of transportation, municipalities, and other public-sector clients. The specialist focuses primarily on implementing and executing right-of-way acquisition and relocation activities, working closely with project managers, senior right-of-way staff, engineers, property owners, and public agencies. The position can be performed on a hybrid basis from the Raleigh office, with travel throughout North Carolina and neighboring states potentially required. The role involves acquiring right-of-way, coordinating with property owners and project stakeholders, supporting residential and commercial relocation, preparing project documentation, and helping ensure compliance with the Uniform Relocation Assistance and Real Property Acquisition Policies Act and applicable federal, state, and local policies. The specialist also supports right-of-way certification, project reporting, schedules, public meetings, and client communications. AECOM describes itself as a global infrastructure consulting firm with more than 50,000 professionals. Its work spans water, environment, energy, transportation, and buildings, and the company partners with public- and private-sector clients throughout the project lifecycle. The position offers a stated annual compensation range of $60,000 to $75,000. Relocation assistance and sponsorship for U.S. employment authorization are not available. Newly hired employees must attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office.

Requirements

BA/BS and two years of relevant experience, or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education.
Two years of right-of-way experience.
Valid U.S. driver's license to visit project sites, clients, and other AECOM offices.
Must pass a Motor Vehicle Records review as a condition of employment.

Nice To Haves

Experience performing both acquisition and relocation services on transportation or public infrastructure projects.
Knowledge of federal and state right-of-way requirements, including Uniform Act compliance.
Experience conducting property owner negotiations and preparing acquisition documentation.
Four or more years of right-of-way experience.
North Carolina Real Estate License.
Experience supporting NCDOT, SCDOT, TDOT, ALDOT, or other DOT clients.
IRWA coursework or certifications.
Experience with residential and commercial relocations.
Knowledge of appraisal review, title research, and property management processes.
Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
Ability to manage multiple assignments and work collaboratively within multidisciplinary project teams.

Responsibilities

Perform right-of-way acquisition activities for transportation and infrastructure projects.
Conduct property owner outreach, negotiations, and coordination activities.
Support residential and commercial relocation assistance activities in accordance with applicable federal and state requirements.
Prepare acquisition packages, replacement housing documentation, relocation files, and related project deliverables.
Coordinate with project teams, property owners, attorneys, appraisers, review appraisers, surveyors, and title companies.
Assist in resolving acquisition and relocation issues.
Maintain project records and documentation in accordance with client requirements.
Support right-of-way certification activities and project reporting requirements.
Interpret and apply federal, state, and local right-of-way policies and procedures.
Assist with public meetings, stakeholder coordination, and client communications.
Track project schedules and acquisition milestones.
Maintain compliance with the Uniform Relocation Assistance and Real Property Acquisition Policies Act (Uniform Act).
Support project managers and senior right-of-way staff in delivering projects.