Field Right-of-Way Acquisition Specialist

ERM; Asheville (NC); On-site; USD 71,000 - 84,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401(k)

Life & disability insurance

Job summary

ERM is seeking Right-of-Way (ROW) Agents across Multiple Locations in the United States for pipeline and electric transmission projects. The role involves acquiring land rights, licenses, leases, permits, and related documents for project execution, with 100% travel and field-based work.

These positions are revolving/on-going and filled as-needed for various projects. High school diploma required; 3–6 years ROW experience preferred; strong computer and GIS skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Negotiating with land owners.

Responsibilities

• Negotiate with land owners and designees to acquire rights for projects.
• Assist in settlement of damage claims related to land acquisitions during construction.
• Search records to determine ownership and extent of interest.
• Estimate fair market values for land acquisitions.
• Prepare documents for rights of entry, easements, licenses, leases and permits.

Skills

Negotiation

Real estate values

Communication skills

PC proficiency

Travel readiness

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Google Earth

ArcGIS

Data management software

Job description

ERM is seeking Right-of-Way (ROW) Agents across Multiple Locations in the United States for pipeline and electric transmission projects. The role involves acquiring land rights, licenses, leases, permits, and related documents for project execution, with 100% travel and field-based work.

These positions are revolving/on-going and filled as-needed for various projects. High school diploma required; 3–6 years ROW experience preferred; strong computer and GIS skills are essential.