Right of Way (ROW) Agent ( Field Based)

ERM; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

ERM is recruiting a Right of Way (ROW) Agent to support pipeline and electric transmission projects in Northern Indiana or Eastern Illinois. The role covers land acquisition, rights, licenses, permits and related documents for construction, operation and maintenance.

It is a full-time, 12-month position with potential extension. The candidate will conduct negotiations, assist in damage claim settlements, evaluate property interests, and prepare entry documents.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of ROW experience.
• Bachelor's degree preferred; high school diploma or equivalency accepted.
• Oil & Gas, diversified energy or electric transmission experience preferred.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, Google Earth, ArcGIS and data management software.

Responsibilities

• Conduct diverse and complex negotiations with landowners or their designees.
• Settle complex damage claims related to project construction.
• Search courthouse and other records to determine property ownership and interests.
• Advise on fair market values for land and rights acquisitions.
• Draft/oversee documents for rights of entry, leases, permits, options and related agreements.
• Ensure compliance with corporate health and safety policies.

Skills

Negotiation

Oral & Written Communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

High school diploma or equivalency

Tools

Microsoft Office

Google Earth

ArcGIS

Data management software

Job description

ERM is hiringa**Right of Way (ROW) Agent**in Northern Indiana or Eastern Illinois to support pipeline and electric transmission project efforts. The ROW Agent 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 (40 hours a week), limited-term role with a duration of 12 months, extendable.

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.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Conduct diverse and complex negotiations with landowners (or their designees).
• Work on the settlement of complex damage claims with landowners (or their designees) relative to property damage caused or created during the construction.
• 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.
• Draft and/or supervise the preparation of documents for rights of entry, damage claims, contracts, easements, licenses, leases, permits, options to purchase and other documents as may be necessary to acquire adequate rights for the project.
• Compliance with corporate health and safety policies.
• Perform other duties as assigned or required.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor's Degree preferred, high school diploma or equivalency required.
• Minimum 3 years of ROW experience.
• Oil & Gas, diversified energy 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.
• 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.
• Must meet criteria identified in Job Demands & Conditions Analysis for Office and Field Positions.
• Valid driver's license.
• Local candidates strongly preferred.

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!