Land Rights Negotiator – Electric Transmission

ERM; Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 78,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off

Job summary

ERM is hiring Land Agents to support electric transmission and distribution projects in Massachusetts, New York, and Connecticut. You will negotiate land rights, settlements, and prepare documents required for acquiring rights for project needs.

The role is full-time (40 hours/week), 12 months with potential extension. Travel regionally is required, and a valid driver’s license is necessary. A real estate license is preferred, with Notary within 30 days.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of ROW experience, transmission project experience preferred.
• Active real estate license preferred; notary within 30 days required.
• Valid driver’s license; ability to travel regionally.

Responsibilities

• Conduct diverse negotiations with landowners or designees.
• Settle complex damage claims related to construction.
• Search courthouse records to determine current ownership.
• Assist in establishing fair market values for land and rights.
• Draft documents for rights of entry, damages, easements, leases, licenses, options.
• Comply with health and safety policies.

Skills

Negotiation

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Travel readiness

Property/property rights knowledge

Education

High school diploma

Tools

MS Office

Google Earth

ArcGIS

Data management software

Job description

ERM is hiring Land Agents to support electric transmission and distribution projects in Massachusetts, New York, and Connecticut. You will negotiate land rights, settlements, and prepare documents required for acquiring rights for project needs.

The role is full-time (40 hours/week), 12 months with potential extension. Travel regionally is required, and a valid driver’s license is necessary. A real estate license is preferred, with Notary within 30 days.