Senior ROW Agent

TRC Companies • Houston, TX

98d • $84,500 - $110,500

About The Position

The Sr. Right of Way Agent is responsible for the acquisition of land, property rights, licenses, leases, and permits required for the construction, operation and/or maintenance of pipelines and public infrastructure. The Sr. Right of Way Agent is the point of contact between TRC and landowners, government agencies and other third parties affected by projects. It is their responsibility to keep communication open among all invested parties.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in business, real estate, construction management or related fields preferred
• Two years of experience minimum in acquisition or right of way activities
• Proficiency in Microsoft products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Basic Proficiency in Google Earth and/or other GIS software
• Basic competency in using land dataset software
• Ability to read and understand title and appraisal reports and land surveys
• Knowledgeable in real estate values and accepted practices
• Familiar with a variety of the field's concepts, practices and procedures

Nice To Haves

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills, strong leadership, multitasking abilities
• Expertise in scheduling, detail and follow up follow through

Responsibilities

• Negotiate for the acquisition of land, property rights, licenses, leases, and permits with landowners
• Prepare legal documents for transactions and present property transfer agreements to landowners
• Communicate status of stakeholder interactions with project management
• Analyze landowners counter offers and negotiate solutions to satisfy all parties at the direction of management
• Once Right of Way is obtained, ensure construction crews and other professionals have unobstructed access to the project area
• Settle damage claims with landowners caused or created during the construction, maintenance, or use of pipelines and infrastructure
• Properly prepare, maintain and revise (as needed) of project files, right of way maps, records, drawings, exhibits and necessary progress reports

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and disability insurance
• 401k package that includes both traditional and Roth IRA options and Company match
• Paid time off contingent upon full time or part time status and level of seniority
• Minimum of 8 Paid Holidays per year
• Paid sick, family, and disability leave in accordance with the laws of their state of residence
• Participation in the Company's annual Discretionary Bonus Program contingent on performance

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Administrative and Support Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree