Rights‑of‑Way Project Lead – Infrastructure Development

Gresham Smith; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedules

Generous PTO

Healthcare (Medical, Dental, Vision)

401(k) with Company Match

Disability & Life Insurance

Parental Leave

Job summary

Gresham Smith in Atlanta, GA is seeking a Right-of-Way professional to act as the owner’s representative, acquiring rights-of-way, access rights, and easements for infrastructure projects in compliance with applicable regulations. You will coordinate with stakeholders, prepare real estate packages, and manage contracts and data for fee proposals.

The role requires 3–6 years of relevant experience, strong organizational and analytical skills, proficiency with MS Office, and the ability to travel

Qualifications

• Minimum of an associate or bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Business Management, Real Estate, or a related field; three years of experience may be considered in lieu of education
• 3 - 6 years of relevant experience
• Strong organizational and analytical skills with attention to detail and the ability to meet deadlines
• Ability to multi-task, prioritize, and work independently as well as collaboratively under strict deadlines
• Excellent verbal and written communication and people skills
• Experience with basic business accounting and project management functions
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, TEAMS, and Outlook
• Preferred current real estate license
• Preferred experience acquiring rights-of-way in accordance with Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR)
• GDOT Prequalification
• Valid Driver's License
• Must be able to travel within Georgia.

Responsibilities

• Act as the owner’s representative to acquire rights-of-way, access rights, and easements in support of infrastructure project development and construction in compliance with local, state, and federal requirements
• Coordinate and assist with general right-of-way activities and prepare real estate packages
• Compile and calculate data to support fee proposal development
• Manage contract administration including subconsultant agreements, project insurance requirements, invoicing, and expense tracking
• Coordinate specialty reports, appraisals, and other documents required to secure rights-of-way, access rights, and easements
• Explain construction and right-of-way plans to property owners
• Manage document control and records management
• Set up, maintain, and close out project systems
• Participate in project planning including scheduling and budgeting
• Provide project reporting to the Project Manager and project team
• Analyze and communicate project performance
• Facilitate the monthly billing process and serve as liaison between Accounting and the Project Manager
• Enter data into relevant databases
• Support business development initiatives

Skills

Strong organizational skills

Analytical skills

Excellent communication

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Teams

Outlook

Travel within Georgia

Education

Associate or Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Real Estate or related field

Tools

GDOT Prequalification

FAR rights-of-way knowledge

Job description

Gresham Smith in Atlanta, GA is seeking a Right-of-Way professional to act as the owner’s representative, acquiring rights-of-way, access rights, and easements for infrastructure projects in compliance with applicable regulations. You will coordinate with stakeholders, prepare real estate packages, and manage contracts and data for fee proposals.

The role requires 3–6 years of relevant experience, strong organizational and analytical skills, proficiency with MS Office, and the ability to travel