ROW Agent - Transportation

LJA • Fort Worth, TX

3d • Hybrid

About The Position

LJA is looking to add a Right of Way Agent to its team that has experience in public infrastructure projects and is proficient negotiating on projects subject to the Uniform Act. As a Right of Way Agent, you will be conducting negotiations with landowners using established negotiation skills and techniques. Building rapport and knowledge of the acquisition process are essential. In addition, the ideal candidate for this position should possess working knowledge of the right of way acquisition process: title, appraisal, negotiation, closing, relocation, Uniform Act, and Texas eminent domain procedures. Responsibilities will be negotiating with property owners, making offers, engaging in counteroffer preparation and submittal, conductive title curative measures, and closing the parcel through a title company. LJA is seeking someone who is driven, conscientious in their work, and works well with team members in remote locations. Other important aspects of include the ability to negotiate on multiple projects concurrently, to work under multiple project managers, and to work on projects that require travel within the State of Texas.

Requirements

• Exceptional oral and written communication skills, including use of proper grammar, minimal misspellings, and infrequent typographical errors
• Experience in negotiating with property owners to acquire real property rights for public infrastructure projects
• Ability to build and maintain strong internal and external relationships, as well as establish rapport with property owners
• Proficiency in document organization (both electronic and paper)
• Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills
• Demonstration of self-motivation and ethical behavior
• Ability to continuously and proactively collaborate, share, seek guidance, and receive feedback through open dialogue
• Possess a positive attitude and a desire to learn
• Willingness to adapt work schedule based on project needs
• Ability to work independently but also work as a team player
• Ability to plan and organize workload, adjust changing priorities, and work well under pressure
• Able to manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines
• Possess critical thinking and problem-solving attributes
• Knowledge of the Uniform Relocation Assistance and Real Property Acquisitions Policies Act of 1970, as amended
• Proficient with MS Office Suite, especially TEAMS, Excel, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint
• Ability to travel overnight, if needed
• Valid Driver’s License (good driving record)
• Ability to work with team members in other geographic offices
• Familiarity with acquisition appraisal elements and methodology
• Possess reliable transportation
• Must be able to report to an LJA office in Fort Worth (DFW area may be an option)

Nice To Haves

• R/W-NAC or SR/WA from the International Right of Way Association
• Education related to real estate or appraisal
• Experience working in Texas and on TxDOT, county, or municipal projects

Responsibilities

• Conduct activities related to the acquisition of property rights for public infrastructure projects
• Handle negotiating and associated documentation for parcels on day-to-day basis
• Communicate with property owners in a respectful and professional manner
• Provide current parcel updates in contact logs and project status reports
• Use advanced technology, techniques, and practices to resolve challenges throughout the acquisition process and related real estate services disciplines
• Provide status updates and participate in status meetings
• Execute responsibilities with a sense of urgency while maintaining quality and accuracy of deliverables
• Continually adhere to customer service standards, including being courteous, responsive, conscientious and striving for accuracy

Benefits

• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Multiple plan options for health, dental, and pets
• Paid maternity and parental leave
• Tuition reimbursement and in-house courses provided by our Learning and Development team
• Referral Bonuses
• Company-sponsored volunteer days and philanthropic initiatives
• Memberships to industry organizations to keep you connected and growing
• Great internal mobility opportunities to advance your career
• LJA social events, employee sports teams, bring your kid to work day, and more

What This Job Offers

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