Right of Way Agent

LandSolutions Inc.; Phoenix (AZ); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

LandSolutions Inc. is seeking a Right-of-Way (ROW) Agent in Phoenix, AZ to lead land access for utility, renewable energy, and transmission projects. You will negotiate easements, licenses, and permits, while coordinating with landowners, regulators, and project teams to ensure compliant acquisition.

A hybrid work arrangement is available for candidates within commuting distance of Phoenix or Prescott. The successful candidate will review titles and surveys, manage documentation, and maintain

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in land administration, real estate, planning, or related field.
• 3+ years of ROW, land agent, surface land, or land acquisition experience.
• Experience negotiating easements, rights-of-way, licenses, and related agreements.
• Knowledge of land title systems, surveys, and property research.
• Experience with utility, transmission, or infrastructure projects.
• Strong stakeholder engagement and negotiation skills.

Responsibilities

• Acquire and secure land rights, easements, licenses, and permits for projects.
• Conduct landowner outreach, negotiations, and stakeholder engagement.
• Review land titles, ownership records, surveys, and legal descriptions.
• Negotiate compensation and access agreements with landowners.
• Coordinate with project teams to support execution.
• Maintain accurate records of agreements and communications.
• Support route selection through property research and impact assessments.
• Attend landowner meetings and public consultations.
• Identify land-related risks and propose solutions.
• Monitor schedules to align land acquisition with timelines.
• Ensure compliance with regulations and company policies.
• Build relationships with landowners, Indigenous communities, and agencies.

Skills

Stakeholder engagement

Negotiation

Relationship management

Communication

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Land Administration/Real Estate/Planning/Business

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

GIS platforms

Property research tools

Job description

LandSolutions is actively engaged in all areas of land access, including Power (Generation and Transmission), Public Infrastructure, Renewable Energy, Oil and Gas (Upstream and Midstream), and Telecommunications. Our expert level service and subject matter experts are well-established across the United States and Canada.

POSITION OVERVIEW

The Right-of-Way (ROW) Agent is responsible for acquiring, negotiating, and securing land rights required for utility, transmission, renewable energy, pipeline, and infrastructure projects. This position serves as the primary liaison between project stakeholders, landowners, regulatory agencies, and project teams to facilitate successful land access, right-of-way acquisition, easements, licenses, and related agreements while maintaining positive stakeholder relationships.

This position is based in Phoenix or Prescott, Arizona, with hybrid work arrangements available for candidates located within commuting distance of either office.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Acquire and secure land rights, easements, rights-of-way, licenses, permits, and other property interests necessary for project development and construction.
• Conduct landowner outreach, negotiations, and stakeholder engagement activities related to project requirements.
• Review land titles, ownership records, surveys, legal descriptions, and other property-related documentation.
• Negotiate compensation agreements, damage settlements, temporary workspace agreements, and access arrangements with landowners.
• Coordinate with project managers, legal counsel, surveyors, engineers, and environmental specialists to support project execution.
• Prepare, review, and maintain accurate records of agreements, correspondence, and project documentation.
• Support route selection and project planning activities through property research and landowner impact assessments.
• Attend landowner meetings, public consultations, and stakeholder engagement events as required.
• Identify and address land-related risks, conflicts, and project constraints, recommending appropriate solutions.
• Monitor project schedules and ensure land acquisition activities align with construction and operational timelines.
• Maintain compliance with applicable regulations, corporate policies, and industry best practices.
• Build and maintain positive working relationships with landowners, Indigenous communities, regulatory agencies, municipal representatives, and other stakeholders.

QUALIFICATIONS AND COMPETENCIES

• Bachelor's degree, diploma, or equivalent experience in Land Administration, Real Estate, Planning, Business, Agriculture, Environmental Studies, or a related field.
• 3+ years of Right-of-Way, Land Agent, Surface Land, or Land Acquisition experience.
• Experience negotiating easements, rights-of-way, access agreements, licenses, permits, and land acquisition agreements.
• Knowledge of land title systems, legal land descriptions, survey plans, and property ownership research.
• Experience working with utility, transmission, pipeline, renewable energy, transportation, or infrastructure projects.
• Strong stakeholder engagement, negotiation, conflict resolution, and relationship-management skills.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, route alignments, construction plans, and survey documentation.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and competing priorities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and familiarity with land systems, GIS platforms, and property research tools.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively within cross-functional project teams.
• Valid driver's license and willingness to travel as required.
• Railroad permitting experience is considered an asset.

LandSolutions Inc. is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing equal opportunities to all and our selection process is free from bias or discrimination. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, gender, age, status, national origin, or disability, or any other legally protected characteristics. Please note that only candidates who are legally authorized to work in the United States will be considered for this position.

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