Property Acquisition Specialist I

Enterris Associates, Inc.; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 155,000 - 175,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PPO and HMO Medical plans

Dental PPO

Vision PPO

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

401(k) with Employer Matching

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Technology/Cell Phone Allowance

Employee Assistance Programs

Perks & Discounts

Work-life Balance

Professional Development Opportunities

Company events

Job summary

Enterris Associates, a Seattle-area construction management firm, seeks a Property Acquisition Specialist I to support a Sound Transit capital project. This role handles property rights acquisitions, including fee interests, easements, and access agreements, in line with the Uniform Act and FTA requirements.

Requirements include 5+ years in real property acquisition, knowledge of the Uniform Act, and strong organization and communications skills.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of right-of-way or real property acquisition experience.
• Experience with Uniform Act and 49 CFR Part 24 is required or preferred.
• IRWA coursework or certification is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Support acquisition of fee interests, permanent and temporary easements, and temporary access agreements in compliance with the Uniform Act and FTA requirements.
• Coordinate appraisal scopes, offers, and relocation planning.
• Support project due diligence for property transactions.
• Maintain complete, organized parcel files and acquisition documentation.
• Assist with communications with property owners and tenants under the direction of senior acquisition staff.

Skills

Organization

Customer Service

Documentation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Real Estate, Business, Planning, or related field

IRWA coursework or certification (plus)

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

ROW tracking databases

Kahua PMIS

Job description

About The Company

Enterris Associates is a trusted, full-service construction management firm specializing in program and project management, risk analysis and mitigation, claims support, compliance, and dispute resolution. We partner with the public sector and utility clients to drive the successful delivery of complex infrastructure projects. Our advisory services include testing and inspection, contract administration and oversight, compliance monitoring, and comprehensive construction and project management which is all tailored to help our clients navigate challenges and achieve their goals with confidence. Formally established in 2021 and built on the legacy of PQM founded in 2006, we bring nearly two decades of Architecture, Engineering, and Construction expertise to our clients. We deliver value through quality oversight, project management, compliance, and risk mitigation.

About The Company

Enterris Associates is a trusted, full-service construction management firm specializing in program and project management, risk analysis and mitigation, claims support, compliance, and dispute resolution. We partner with the public sector and utility clients to drive the successful delivery of complex infrastructure projects. Our advisory services include testing and inspection, contract administration and oversight, compliance monitoring, and comprehensive construction and project management which is all tailored to help our clients navigate challenges and achieve their goals with confidence. Formally established in 2021 and built on the legacy of PQM founded in 2006, we bring nearly two decades of Architecture, Engineering, and Construction expertise to our clients. We deliver value through quality oversight, project management, compliance, and risk mitigation.

Title:

Property Acquisition Specialist I

Position Description

Enterris Associates is seeking a Property Acquisition Specialist I to support a Sound Transit capital project. This position supports the acquisition of property rights needed for the project, including fee interests, permanent and temporary easements, and temporary access agreements, in compliance with the Uniform Act and Federal Transit Administration (FTA) requirements.

Essential Job Duties

• Support acquisition of fee interests, permanent and temporary easements, and temporary access agreements, in compliance with the Uniform Act and FTA requirements.
• Coordinate appraisal scopes, offers, and relocation planning.
• Support project due diligence for property transactions.
• Keep acquisition milestones on the project schedule and report on status.
• Maintain complete, organized parcel files and acquisition documentation.
• Assist with communications with property owners and tenants, under the direction of senior acquisition staff.

Professional Experience Level/Other Quali Cations

• 5+ years of right-of-way or real property acquisition experience.
• Working knowledge of the Uniform Relocation Assistance and Real Property Acquisition Policies Act (Uniform Act) and 49 CFR Part 24.
• Experience on FTA-funded or other federally funded projects is a plus.
• Strong organization, customer service, and documentation skills.

Education/Training/Certificates

• Bachelor's degree in Real Estate, Business, Planning, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• International Right of Way Association (IRWA) coursework or certification is a plus.

Hardware/Software Knowledge

• Microsoft Office Suite.
• ROW and acquisition tracking databases.
• Kahua or a similar PMIS a plus.

Compensation

• This role is salaried/exempt with a base annual salary range of $155,000.00 - $175,000.00 and commensurate with skill, education, experience, and work location.
• This role is bonus eligible after 6 months of employment.

Benefits Package

Enterris offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits package to all full-time regular employees, including:

PPO and HMO Medical plans, including a 100% employer-paid base plan and Health Savings Accounts

• Dental PPO
• Vision PPO
• Short Term Disability (100% employer-paid)
• Long Term Disability (100% employer-paid)
• Basic Life / AD&DD Insurance (100% employer-paid)
• Critical Illness insurance
• Accident Insurance
• Pet Insurance
• Hospital Indemnity Insurance
• Identity Theft Insurance
• Voluntary Life Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with Employer Matching up to 6%
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Monthly Technology/Cell Phone Allowance
• Employee Assistance Programs (100% employer-paid)
• Perks & Discounts
• Work-life Balance
• Professional Development Opportunities
• Company events and great culture

Work Environment

• This job operates in a professional environment and uses standard equipment such as computers and phones.

Physical Demands

• Be able to sit and/or stand for up to 8 hours per day.
• Demonstrate the ability to move freely for up to 8 hours per day.

Solicitation

• Please no solicitation of any kind from staffing agencies or recruiting firms.

EEOC Statement

Enterris Associates provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.