Land Solutions, Right of Way Acquisition Specialist – Washington State

Atwell, LLC; Everett (WA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K match

Tuition assistance

Student loan repayment

Licensing/certification fees

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

Wellness reimbursement

Dependent care match

Annual wellness reimbursements

Job summary

Atwell, LLC is a bold leader in consulting, engineering, and construction services with a nationwide footprint and diverse project portfolio. We are seeking Right of Way Specialists to support utility infrastructure projects across Washington State, starting with a distribution line relocation effort and potentially expanding into long-term utility programs.

We hire professionals from entry-level acquisition roles to senior ROW specialists with utility and title experience.

Qualifications

• Experience in right of way, land acquisition, real estate, title, utility, energy, transportation, or related industries.
• Knowledge of easement acquisition, property rights, and landowner negotiations.
• Strong communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to work independently in a field-based environment.
• Ability to travel throughout Washington State as needed.
• Experience supporting electric transmission, electric distribution, and renewable energy or other utility projects.
• Working knowledge of title research, ownership verification, and property records.
• Experience acquiring easements, fee acquisitions, licenses, permits, and other land rights.
• Washington utility and/or infrastructure project experience.
• IRWA certification or related industry certifications.

Responsibilities

• Acquire easements, rights of way, permits, and other land rights needed for utility infrastructure projects
• Meet with landowners, explain project requirements, and negotiate agreements
• Maintain positive relationships with property owners, public agencies, attorneys, and project stakeholders
• Review title reports, ownership information, and property records as needed
• Coordinate with project managers, surveyors, engineers, environmental teams, and document specialists
• Track acquisition progress and maintain accurate project documentation
• Prepare status reports and communicate project updates to leadership and clients
• Support electric transmission, electric distribution, and natural gas projects as assigned

Skills

Communication skills

Negotiation

Relationship-building

Independent field work

Travel in WA

Education

IRWA certification

Job description

Job Description

Atwell, LLC is a bold leader in the consulting, engineering, and construction services industry, delivering a broad range of creative solutions to clients in the real estate & land development, and energy markets. We have a strong national presence and a diverse, award-winning project portfolio. Atwell is a privately owned company, with 2,000+ passionate team members across 75+ locations and growing!

Atwell, LLCis a proud recipient of the following 2025awards:

• Ten consecutive years in a row as a “Best Place to Work” by Zweig Group (#11)
• Recognized as #70 in the ENR Top 500 Design Firms, ranked in every region
• Recognized in Crain's “Fast 50” as one of the fastest-growing companies (#14)
• Recognized as the 2025 ENR Design Firm of the year for the Southeast US

Atwell is seeking Right of Way Specialists to support utility infrastructure projects throughout Washington State. This opportunity will initially support a distribution line relocation project involving parcel acquisition activities and offers the potential to transition into a long-term utility program supporting electric transmission, electric distribution, and natural gas infrastructure projects across the region.

We are looking for professionals ranging from emerging acquisition agents to highly experienced ROW specialists with utility and title experience.

Responsibilities

Acquire easements, rights of way, permits, and other land rights needed for utility infrastructure projects

Meet with landowners, explain project requirements, and negotiate agreements

Maintain positive relationships with property owners, public agencies, attorneys, and project stakeholders

Review title reports, ownership information, and property records as needed

Coordinate with project managers, surveyors, engineers, environmental teams, and document specialists

Track acquisition progress and maintain accurate project documentation

Prepare status reports and communicate project updates to leadership and clients

Support electric transmission, electric distribution, and natural gas projects as assigned

Qualifications

Experience in right of way, land acquisition, real estate, title, utility, energy, transportation, or related industries

Knowledge of easement acquisition, property rights, and landowner negotiations

Strong communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills

Ability to work independently in a field-based environment

Ability to travel throughout Washington State as needed

Experience supporting electric transmission, electric distribution, pipeline, renewable energy, or other utility infrastructure projects

Working knowledge of title research, ownership verification, and property records

Experience acquiring easements, fee acquisitions, licenses, permits, and other land rights

Washington utility and/or infrastructure project experience

IRWA certification or related industry certifications

Disclaimer

While AI tools may support your application process, this role is built on human talent. Your judgment, experience, and character matter most, so we encourage you to showcase what makes you uniquely you.

Atwell does not accept unsolicited resumes from any 3rd party agencies. No fee will be paid to 3rd parties who submit unsolicited resumes to any Atwell employee. Resumes from approved vendors must be specifically requested by Atwell and approved by the Atwell Talent Acquisition Team.

Pay Range : $35 USD - $40 USD

Atwell Benefits:

To attract and retain the best professionals in the industry, we aim to provide an excellent working environment and a progressive benefits program designed to support your personal and professional needs.

Work/Life:

• Generous Paid Time Off
• Flexible work schedules are available for some positions
• Tenure Awards — Travel Vouchers to see the world based on your travel preferences

Compensation:

• Competitive Compensatio packages
• Annual bonuses, spot bonuses and peer recognition awards
• 401K match - 1:1 up to 4% of compensation
• Tuition Assistance
• Student Loan Repayment
• Paid Licensing / Certification Fees and Renewals
• Financial Rewards for Obtaining Licensure
• Employee Referrals
• Annual Wellness Reimbursement for anything wellness related (Gym memberships, fitness tracker, home gym equipment, etc.)
• Dependent Care Match
• Medical (BC/BS), Dental (Delta), and Vision (VSP)
• Family Planning & IVF Benefits
• Pet Insurance
• Health Savings Account & Flex Spending Account options
• Employer paid LTD, STD, and life insurance
• Metlife Supplemental Benefits covering accident, hospitalization, and critical illness
• Member Assistance Program (MAP) with complimentary counseling sessions, legal benefits, financial consultations, and work/life referral services