Land Rights & Access Strategist

Burns & McDonnell; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Burns & McDonnell is seeking a Staff Acquisition Specialist in Tucson, AZ to lead landowner outreach and land rights processes for survey and construction. You will negotiate agreements, coordinate access, and maintain records while ensuring safety and regulatory compliance.

The role requires strong communication, organization, and travel to project sites, with a valid driver’s license. This position supports environmental planning initiatives and requires collaboration with field teams.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED or equivalent and 8 years related experience OR Associate Degree in a related field and 6 years related experience OR Bachelor Degree in Planning, Business, Real Estate, or related field and 4 years related experience
• Experience negotiating agreements or working directly with property owners required
• Real Estate License preferred but not required; licensing requirements vary by state based on responsibilities
• Proficient in Word, Excel, PowerPoint
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong organizational, documentation, and communication skills
• Proficiency with tracking systems
• Ability to travel to project sites, as required
• Valid driver’s license required

Responsibilities

• Conduct direct landowner outreach to explain project scope, access needs, and schedules
• Negotiate routine right of way, easement, license, and temporary construction access agreements
• Coordinate survey and construction access with landowners, survey crews, and construction teams
• Resolve access constraints related to site conditions
• Execute land rights agreements and ensure proper signatures, distribution, and recordkeeping
• Maintain accurate land rights tracking logs, contact records, and access status updates
• Prepare routine reports on outreach progress, executed agreements, and outstanding access issues
• Support on-site access coordination during active survey activities
• Ensure compliance with company and site safety policies and protocols
• Performs other duties as assigned
• Complies with all policies and standards

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Organizational skills

Documentation

Tracking systems

Travel

Driver's license

Education

High School Diploma/GED or equivalent

Associate Degree in related field

Bachelor Degree in Planning, Business, Real Estate, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Burns & McDonnell is seeking a Staff Acquisition Specialist in Tucson, AZ to lead landowner outreach and land rights processes for survey and construction. You will negotiate agreements, coordinate access, and maintain records while ensuring safety and regulatory compliance.

The role requires strong communication, organization, and travel to project sites, with a valid driver’s license. This position supports environmental planning initiatives and requires collaboration with field teams.