Right of Way Specialist, Transportation

WSB; Tulsa (OK); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Short- and Long-Term Disability

401K with Match

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Tuition Reimbursement

Professional Growth Opportunities

Job summary

WSB is seeking a Right-of-Way professional in Tulsa, OK, to interpret engineering drawings, appraisal reports, title standards, and conveyancing documents with precision. You will lead negotiations with landowners and prepare final paperwork for files, ensuring deadlines are met.

Applicants should have 2+ years in right-of-way/land/real estate, strong communication and organizational skills, and a collaborative, professional approach. IRWA membership and URA experience are a plus.

Qualifications

• 2+ years in the right-of-way, land, and/or real estate profession.
• IRWA membership and certifications a plus.
• Experience within transportation and the Uniform Relocation Act (URA).
• Proficient communication, both verbal and written.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Adaptable and professional.
• Teamwork and ability to collaborate effectively.

Responsibilities

• Understand and interpret engineering drawings, design plans, and other technical information
• Understand and interpret appraisal reports
• Understand and interpret title standards and legal descriptions
• Prepare conveying instruments and other legal documents with accuracy and efficiency
• Effectively communicate and lead negotiations with landowners and other interest holders to secure agreements
• Prepare final paperwork for all completed files accurately and with professionalism to meet expected deadlines
• Train and mentor other agents
• Professionally communicate and interact with clients, the public, landowners, and all other stakeholders

Skills

Right-of-Way experience

IRWA membership

Certifications a plus

Communication

Organization

Attention to detail

Adaptability

Teamwork

Education

College degree not required but preferred

Job description

Forge ahead with WSB. WSB was founded on the understanding that culture drives results, and we've dedicated ourselves to the value of strong relationships, collaboration, and forward-thinking ideas. We've inspired each other to discover thoughtful and creative solutions that look beyond the needs of today to the opportunities of tomorrow. If you are a Right of Way professional with experience working on transportation projects, we invite you to apply.

What You Will Do

• Understand and interpret engineering drawings, design plans, and other technical information
• Understand and interpret appraisal reports
• Understand and interpret title standards and legal descriptions
• Prepare conveying instruments and other legal documents with accuracy and efficiency
• Effectively communicate and lead negotiations with landowners and other interest holders to secure agreements
• Prepare final paperwork for all completed files accurately and with professionalism to meet expected deadlines
• Train and mentor other agents
• Professionally communicate and interact with clients, the public, landowners, and all other stakeholders

What You Will Bring

• 2+ years in the right-of-way, land, and/or real estate profession
• College degree not required but preferred
• IRWA membership and certifications a plus
• Experience within transportation and the Uniform Relocation Act (URA)
• Communication, both verbal and written
• Organization
• Attention to detail
• Adaptability
• Professionalism
• Teamwork and ability to effectively collaborate

Who We Are

WSB is a design and consulting firm specializing in Transportation, Community Planning, Environmental, Energy, Municipal, and Construction services. We provide solutions for the places, spaces and systems that support our lives. We offer services in more than 50 complementary areas across the nation.

Full time WSB employees qualify for competitive compensation and benefits package, including medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, company paid short-and long-term disability, 401K with match, paid time off, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, and opportunities for professional growth and development. Part time employees can participate in the 401K plan and applicable earned paid leave.

As an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran or disability status.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, WSB is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans.