Right of Way Specialist

RK&K; Fort Lauderdale (FL); Hybrid; USD 78,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Hybrid schedule

Matching 401(k) plan

Paid Holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Health, dental, vision, life, and.dis

Job summary

RK&K is seeking a Right of Way Specialist in Florida to support our Utilities/Real Estate Group. Build your career by assisting with acquisitions, negotiations, and condemnation-related tasks, while ensuring compliance with applicable laws.

Ideal candidates have at least one year of related experience and a high school diploma. The role offers a hybrid schedule, competitive pay, and a strong benefits package.

Qualifications

• One year of experience with a condemning authority providing acquisition, relocation assistance or property asset management services.
• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Experience negotiating for the acquisition or sale of real estate.
• Ability to communicate effectively as a witness in trials and in public meetings and hearings.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, engineers and the general public.
• Knowledge of the court system, its records and its rules.
• Knowledge of Federal, State and local real estate laws, standards and guidelines such as the Uniform Relocation and Real Property Acts.
• Experience in a variety of acquisition and relocation projects.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint.

Responsibilities

• Provide real estate support for acquisitions.
• Negotiate acquisitions/divestures as needed on various utility projects.
• Comply with Federal, State and Local real estate laws.
• Prepare required Deeds, Easements, Options, Condemnation Packages and Agreements as necessary.
• Conduct property settlements.
• Testify as needed in condemnation cases.
• Attend project meetings, prepare and provide project updates and meeting minutes.
• Prepare Comparable Market Analysis reports and just compensation letters.
• Appraisal Reviews.
• Research county land records and review title commitments.

Skills

Acquisition negotiations

Relocation assistance

Property asset management

Legal compliance

Trial/public meeting testimony

Stakeholder relationships

Knowledge of real estate laws

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

RK&K is looking for a Right of Way Specialist to support our Utilities/Real Estate Group in Florida. Build your career and help build a better environment by providing real estate support to include negotiations, acquisitions assistance for utility and other infrastructure projects.

Essential Functions

• Provide real estate support for acquisitions
• Negotiate acquisitions/divestures as needed on various utility projects
• Comply with Federal, State and Local real estate laws
• Prepare required Deeds, Easements, Options, Condemnation Packages and Agreements as necessary
• Conduct property settlements
• Testify as needed in condemnation cases
• Attend project meetings, prepare and provide project updates and meeting minutes
• Prepare Comparable Market Analysis reports and just compensation letters
• Appraisal Reviews
• Research county land records and review title commitments

Required Skills and Experience

• One (1) year of experience with a condemning authority providing acquisition, relocation assistance or property asset management services
• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Experience negotiating for the acquisition or sale of real estate
• Ability to communicate effectively as a witness in trials and in public meetings and hearings
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, engineers and the general public
• Knowledge of the court system, its records and its rules
• Knowledge of Federal, State and local real estate laws, standards and guidelines such as the Uniform Relocation and Real Property Acts
• Experience in a variety of acquisition and relocation projects
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint

Preferred Skills and Experience

• Experience working with Electric Utility projects
• Knowledge of Electric Utility Systems
• Experience reviewing Title Commitments
• General Knowledge of FL

Other Duties

This job description indicates the general nature and level of work, knowledge, skills, abilities, and other essential functions (as covered under ADA). It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of all activities and duties required of the employee. Other duties are assigned as required.

What We Offer

RK&K offers excellent potential for career advancement and professional growth. We also offer attractive compensation packages commensurate with experience and a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Paid time off
• Hybrid schedule
• Matching 401(k) plan
• Paid Holidays
• Tuition reimbursement
• Health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurances
• Paid parental leave
• Wellness programs and employee resource groups
• Career Development
• Much, much more!

Why RK&K?

As a full-service engineering and construction management firm, RK&K gives you the opportunity to directly impact the communities in which we live and work. What sets RK&K apart is an award-winning culture that has fostered a spirit of collaboration and trust for over 100 years. To its clients, the firm delivers concepts, processes, and outcomes that are designed for success. RK&K has earned its reputation as a trusted partner, responsive employer, and community steward.

Salary range $78k-$90k - Final compensation is based on experience, skills, and qualifications.