Right of Way (ROW) Agent (Field Based)

ERM; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

ERM is hiring Right of Way (ROW) Agents in Atlanta, Georgia to support natural gas transmission project efforts. ROW Agents will be responsible for the acquisition of land, land rights, licenses, leases, permits and other documents necessary for the construction, operation and maintenance of facilities.

This is a full-time, limited-term position with a duration of 12 months, extendable. The role requires at least 3 years of ROW experience, a Georgia Real Estate license and Notary, plus strong

Qualifications

• Interpersonal and negotiation skills are essential.
• Strong written and oral communication abilities required.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred; HS diploma required is acceptable.
• Active Georgia Real Estate Salesperson/Broker license and Notary license are required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct outreach and negotiate with landowners to secure easements and licenses.
• Document landowner interactions and maintain acquisition records.
• Search records to verify property ownership and interests.
• Assist in establishing fair market values for land acquisitions.
• Adhere to health and safety policies and perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Professionalism

Remote work readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

High school diploma required

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Google Earth

ArcGIS

Data management software

Job description

ERM is hiring Right of Way (ROW) Agents in Atlanta, Georgia to support natural gas transmission project efforts. ROW Agents will be responsible for the acquisition of land, land rights, licenses, leases, permits and other documents necessary for the construction, operation and maintenance of facilities. This is a full-time, limited-term position with a duration of 12 months, extendable.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Conduct diverse and complex outreach and negotiations with land owners (or their designees) to secure easements, fee acquisition, licenses, and related property rights.
• Document all landowner interactions and maintain complete acquisition records.
• Search courthouse and other records to determine present property ownership(s) and the extent of interest therein.
• Advise and assist in establishing a range of fair market values to be used in the acquisition of land and land rights.
• Compliance with corporate health and safety policies.
• Perform other duties as assigned or required.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor’s Degree preferred. High school diploma required.
• Active Georgia Real Estate Salesperson or Broker License and in good standing
• Active Georgia Notary License.
• Minimum of 3 years of ROW experience. Previous Pipeline or Electric Transmission Experience preferred.
• Solid working knowledge of personal computers, Microsoft Office Suite, Google Earth, ArcGIS and data management software.
• Knowledgeable in real estate values and accepted real estate appraisal practices.
• IRWA membership a plus.
• Ability to work in remote locations for long periods of time;
• Excellent interpersonal skills and a high degree of professionalism;
• Ability to communicate effectively through oral and written communications.
• Physical demands required for the successful performance of this job include standing and/or walking for long hours in a day on uneven and steep terrain, and possibly during variable weather conditions.
• Must meet criteria identified in Job Demands & Conditions Analysis for Office and Field Positions.

Who We Are:

As the largest global pure play sustainability consultancy, we partner with the world’s leading organizations, creating innovative solutions to sustainability challenges and unlocking commercial opportunities that meet the needs of today while preserving opportunity for future generations.

At ERM we know that creating a diverse, equitable and inclusive work environment is an essential part of making our company a great place to build a career. We also see our diversity as a strength that helps us create better solutions for our clients. Our diverse team of world-class experts supports clients across the breadth of their organizations to operationalize sustainability, underpinned by our deep technical expertise in addressing their environmental, health, safety, risk and social issues.

We call this capability our "boots to boardroom" approach for its comprehensive service model that allows ERM to develop strategic and technical solutions that advance objectives on the ground or at the executive level.

ERM is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.

Thank you for your interest in ERM!