Row Agent

Actalent; United States; Remote; USD 34,000 - 49,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) plan

Time Off

Job summary

Actalent is seeking a Right of Way Agent to support major utility infrastructure projects by securing property rights for construction, upgrades, and maintenance. This role combines land acquisition, title research, stakeholder engagement, and project coordination to move energy projects forward.

Ideal candidates have experience in right of way, title research, real estate, or utilities, with strong communication and negotiation skills.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience in right of way, title research, land acquisition, real estate, utilities, or related field.
• Experience researching property ownership and interpreting deeds, surveys, plats, and public records.
• Strong communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• Valid driver's license and willingness to travel throughout the project area.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate easements, access agreements, and temporary workspace agreements with property owners.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for landowners and stakeholders throughout the acquisition process.
• Conduct ownership and title research using deeds, plats, surveys, tax records, courthouse records, and public databases.
• Prepare, process, and maintain right of way and easement documentation.
• Partner with engineering, construction, and project teams to support project schedules and milestones.
• Utilize GIS tools, mapping software, and Google Earth to identify property boundaries and support acquisition efforts.
• Review project drawings and plans to determine property rights requirements.
• Maintain accurate records, negotiation updates, and project documentation.
• Collaborate with property owners, attorneys, contractors, developers, and project stakeholders to resolve issues and advance agreements.
• Travel throughout the assigned territory to conduct field visits and stakeholder meetings.

Skills

Communication skills

Negotiation

Relationship-building

Project management

Microsoft Office

Driver's license

Travel willingness

Tools

GIS tools

Google Earth

Mapping software

Job description

RIGHT OF WAY AGENT

Help Deliver Critical Utility Infrastructure Projects

We're seeking a Right of Way Agent to support major utility infrastructure projects by securing the property rights needed for construction, upgrades, and maintenance activities. This role combines land acquisition, title research, stakeholder engagement, and project coordination to help keep important energy projects moving forward.

If you have experience in right of way, land acquisition, title research, real estate, utilities, or a related field and enjoy building relationships while working independently, we'd love to speak with you.

What You'll Do

• Coordinate easements, access agreements, and temporary workspace agreements with property owners.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for landowners and stakeholders throughout the acquisition process.
• Conduct ownership and title research using deeds, plats, surveys, tax records, courthouse records, and public databases.
• Prepare, process, and maintain right of way and easement documentation.
• Partner with engineering, construction, and project teams to support project schedules and milestones.
• Utilize GIS tools, mapping software, and Google Earth to identify property boundaries and support acquisition efforts.
• Review project drawings and plans to determine property rights requirements.
• Maintain accurate records, negotiation updates, and project documentation.
• Collaborate with property owners, attorneys, contractors, developers, and project stakeholders to resolve issues and advance agreements.
• Travel throughout the assigned territory to conduct field visits and stakeholder meetings.

Required Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience in right of way, title research, land acquisition, real estate, utilities, or a related field.
• Experience researching property ownership and interpreting deeds, surveys, plats, and public records.
• Strong communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• Valid driver's license and willingness to travel throughout the project area.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working on electric utility, energy, telecommunications, or infrastructure projects.
• Familiarity with easement acquisition and right of way negotiations.
• Experience using GIS tools, mapping software, or Google Earth.
• Notary Public certification or willingness to obtain certification.
• Understanding of construction projects, engineering plans, or project scheduling.

Why Consider This Opportunity?

• Support projects that strengthen critical infrastructure and power delivery systems.
• Enjoy a combination of field work, office work, and stakeholder engagement.
• Work independently while maintaining strong collaboration with project teams.
• Gain exposure to utilities, engineering, construction, land acquisition, and project management.
• Opportunity to grow your career within a stable and expanding industry.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Richmond, VA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $30.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your jobclassification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may besubject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully remote position.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 9, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications withoutregard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability,sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protectedby law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification oradjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability,please email [e-mail] for other accommodation options.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in thecity and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicantswith arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as acondition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this lawshall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):

We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process,including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applicationsand qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, youacknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.