Right of Way Agent - Entry Level

ORC; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 37,195,000 - 45,461,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

401(k) with company match

Paid time off and holidays

Tuition reimbursement and professional

ClassPass membership

Recognition programs

Job summary

ORC is hiring an entry-level professional in the Richmond, VA area for a remote-capable role that includes on-site travel within Virginia. The position offers an hourly rate of $27.00 to $33.00, full-time, non-exempt, with travel about 50% to landowner properties and project sites.

You will learn the right-of-way profession through a structured training program and support real estate acquisitions under supervision. Candidates should be organized, diligent, and capable of using MS Office.

Qualifications

• No prior right of way experience required — we’ll train you
• Strong organizational and administrative abilities
• Able to communicate clearly and professionally with owners and stakeholders

Responsibilities

• Complete ORC’s training program to learn the right of way profession
• Assist with acquiring right-of-way rights for distribution and transmission projects
• Support the Project Manager and project team members
• Prepare real estate documents with growing independence
• Conduct property research for ownership and boundary information
• Coordinate with property owners and representatives about acquisitions
• Perform general administrative tasks to keep projects moving

Skills

Communication skills

Detail-oriented

Time management

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Department

Entry Level Professional

Location

Remote - VA

Richmond, VA (Candidate will have the flexibility to work remote from their home office but must reside within a 50-mile radius of Richmond, VA)

Compensation

$27.00 - $33.00 / hour

Schedule: Full-time, hourly, non-exempt

Travel: Candidate can expect to travel locally and throughout Virginia about 50% of the time

Why Join ORC?

The Right Work. The Right People. The Right Culture.

Right of Way is where infrastructure meets innovation—shaping roads, utilities, and communities for the future. At ORC, we offer more than a job—we offer purpose, stability, and growth. You’ll join a team that values collaboration, workplace flexibility, and long-term opportunity.

What You’ll Do

• Complete ORC’s structured right of way training program, learning the profession directly from experienced agents
• Assist with acquiring right-of-way rights for distribution and electrical transmission line projects in accordance with project guidelines and regulations
• Support the Project Manager and project team members
• Prepare real estate documents with growing independence
• Conduct property research for ownership and boundary information
• Communicate with property owners and their representatives regarding right of way acquisition
• Perform general administrative tasks that keep projects moving

We’re Looking for Someone Who

• Is eager to launch a career in the right of way profession — no industry experience required
• Works efficiently under tight deadlines and keeps multiple priorities moving
• Is organized, analytical, and detail-oriented
• Communicates clearly and professionally — in writing, on the phone, and face to face
• Brings a strong service mindset to every landowner and client interaction
• Picks up new systems and software quickly

Minimum Requirements

• No prior right of way experience required — we’ll train you
• Active Virginia Notary OR the ability to obtain within 60 days
• Proficient with MS Office Suite — specifically Excel, Word, and Outlook
• An iOS or Android smartphone to access ORC’s systems
• Valid driver’s license

Bonus Points: If you have experience in Real Estate, title, and/or sales.

Where You Fit

This is an entry-level training role — our front door into the right of way profession — and no prior industry experience is required. The pay range for this posting is $27.00 - $33.00/hr., and your offer will reflect your related experience, education, and what you demonstrate throughout the interview process.

As you complete ORC’s training program and build experience in the field, you’ll be positioned to grow into a Utilities Agent role.

Relocation and per diem are not provided.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k) with company match, plus disability coverage
• Paid time off, sick time, and paid holidays
• Tuition reimbursement and paid professional development
• ClassPass and Breethe memberships
• Recognition programs and real room to grow

That’s the quick version — learn more about benefits at ORC.

Employees must avoid any relationship or activity that might impair, or even appear to impair, their ability to make objective and fair decisions when performing their jobs. To avoid conflicts of interest, employees are prohibited from performing any services for clients or perceived clients during nonworking time that are normally performed by ORC, including the sale of real estate.

Physical Requirements: While performing the duties of this job, it requires a combination of office-based and field work. Employees will spend prolonged periods sitting and performing computer-based tasks, including typing, data entry, and virtual communication, while also regularly traveling to landowner properties, project sites, and government facilities, some of which may be in rural or remote locations with limited accessibility. Driving is an essential function of the role and may involve extended periods and long-distance travel. Fieldwork may require walking over uneven terrain, standing, or navigating outdoor environments, with routine exposure to varying weather conditions such as heat, cold, rain, and snow. The role also involves frequent interaction with a diverse range of individuals, including landowners, government officials, and members of the public, requiring the ability to communicate effectively and maintain professionalism across differing personalities and potentially challenging situations. Flexibility in scheduling is necessary to accommodate travel, site access, and stakeholder availability, along with adherence to safety protocols in both office and field settings.