Field-Based Right of Way Agent: Land Rights & Negotiations

Environmental Resources Management, Inc. in; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 73,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Environmental Resources Management, Inc. (ERM) is seeking a Right of Way (ROW) Agent (Field Based) to support pipeline and electric transmission projects in Minnesota, Wisconsin, and South Dakota.

This 12-month, full-time role involves land rights acquisition, negotiations, and related documentation for project facilities. The position requires 3+ years ROW experience, a high school diploma or better, and a valid driver's license.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree preferred or high school diploma/equivalency required.
• Minimum 3 years of ROW experience.
• Oil & Gas, diversified energy or electric transmission experience preferred.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, Google Earth, ArcGIS and data management software.
• Knowledgeable in real estate values and accepted real estate appraisal practices.
• Ability to work in remote locations for long periods of time.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and a high degree of professionalism.
• Ability to communicate effectively through oral and written communications.
• Must meet criteria identified in Job Demands & Conditions Analysis for Office and Field Positions.
• Valid driver's license.
• Local candidates strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct diverse and complex negotiations with landowners (or their designees).
• Work on the settlement of complex damage claims with landowners (or their designees) relative to property damage caused or created during the construction.
• Search courthouse and other records to determine present property ownership(s) and the extent of interest therein.
• Advise and assist in establishing a range of fair market values to be used in the acquisition of land and land rights.
• Draft and/or supervise the preparation of documents for rights of entry, damage claims, contracts, easements, licenses, leases, permits, options to purchase and other documents as may be necessary to acquire adequate rights for the project.
• Compliance with corporate health and safety policies.
• Perform other duties as assigned or required.

Education

High school diploma or equivalency

Bachelor's degree preferred

ROW experience

Real estate values knowledge

Interpersonal skills

Effective communication

Valid driver's license

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Google Earth

ArcGIS

Data management software

Job description

Environmental Resources Management, Inc. (ERM) is seeking a Right of Way (ROW) Agent (Field Based) to support pipeline and electric transmission projects in Minnesota, Wisconsin, and South Dakota.

This 12-month, full-time role involves land rights acquisition, negotiations, and related documentation for project facilities. The position requires 3+ years ROW experience, a high school diploma or better, and a valid driver's license.