Paralegal - Access Agreements for Environmental Projects

GHD; San Luis Obispo (CA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

GHD in California is seeking a Paralegal to manage the site access agreement lifecycle across a portfolio of projects for a large client program. The role supports project managers, drafts and negotiates access agreements with third-party landowners, and maintains records, ensuring timely updates and compliance with project requirements.

Two+ years of paralegal or administrative experience and possible paralegal certification are preferred.

Qualifications

• Two+ years’ paralegal or administrative experience.
• Paralegal certification preferred.
• Experience drafting real property access agreements.
• Proficient with Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams and Outlook.
• Strong time-management and multitasking abilities.

Responsibilities

• Draft, modify, and negotiate access agreements with third-party landowners.
• Maintain records and track access agreements, including expirations and amendments.
• Support project managers by attending meetings and coordinating with stakeholders.

Skills

Time management

Prioritization

Multitasking

Education

Paralegal certification

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Teams

Outlook

Job description

GHD in California is seeking a Paralegal to manage the site access agreement lifecycle across a portfolio of projects for a large client program. The role supports project managers, drafts and negotiates access agreements with third-party landowners, and maintains records, ensuring timely updates and compliance with project requirements.

Two+ years of paralegal or administrative experience and possible paralegal certification are preferred.