Right of Way Specialist: Title Research & Easements

Stantec; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 59,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision plans

Paid holidays & vacation

Job summary

Stantec is seeking a Right of Way Technician in the Richmond, VA area to support property acquisition and title research efforts. You will conduct long-form title searches, compile title abstracts, and coordinate with project teams to secure easements and approvals.

The role requires knowledge of ROW laws, ability to read engineering drawings and land surveys, and up to 50% travel. Office-based with possible field work, some bilingual ability is a plus.

Qualifications

• Thorough understanding of right of way laws.
• Ability to digitally compile title abstracts illustrating a complete chain of title along with pertinent encumbrances that may directly impact proposed surface use.
• Ability to solve problems using sound professional judgment, creativity, and innovation.
• Ability to multi-task on various tasks and projects.
• Takes initiative on tasks and in coordinating with other members of the team.
• Ability to participate and collaborate in a project team setting, engage in creative and critical thought, and effectively communicate concepts and ideas to others.
• Ability to read and interpret complex engineering drawings.
• Ability to read and interpret land survey documents and right of way maps.
• Familiarity with the provisions of the VDOT Right of Way Manual as it applies to the acquisition of property.
• Familiarity with project management cycle.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite.
• Experience analyzing titles and title reports.
• Ability to identify key information about parcels and communicate effectively with stakeholders.
• Ability to read and understand real estate terminology.
• Ability to ascertain types of title evidence required to obtain property descriptions and identify parties of interest.
• Ability to travel up to 50% of the time.
• English language proficient
• Valid Driver's License
• Bilingual (Spanish) a plus

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive property and title research, including long-form (100-year) title searches and compilation of digital title abstracts.
• Utilize online databases, public records, and GIS platforms to support accurate landowner identification and research.
• Lead QA/QC efforts on personal work and the work of others to ensure accuracy and completeness.
• Prepare and deliver project reports, and handle landowner interactions—including securing easements, negotiations, and responding to inquiries.
• Support all ROW project activities including permitting, acquisition, documentation, and collaboration with project teams, performing other related duties as needed.

Skills

Right of Way research

Title abstracts

GIS platforms

QA/QC

Project reporting

Landowner negotiations

MS Office

Communication

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Reading drawings

Reading land surveys

Time management

Travel readiness

bilingual Spanish

Education

Technical degree/diploma/certificate in related field

1 year ROW/Title Research experience

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

Stantec is seeking a Right of Way Technician in the Richmond, VA area to support property acquisition and title research efforts. You will conduct long-form title searches, compile title abstracts, and coordinate with project teams to secure easements and approvals.

The role requires knowledge of ROW laws, ability to read engineering drawings and land surveys, and up to 50% travel. Office-based with possible field work, some bilingual ability is a plus.