ROW Agent ll (Right Of Way)

HNTB; Newark (NJ); On-site; USD 82,000 - 134,000; Full time

Job summary

HNTB in New Jersey is seeking a property acquisition professional to work with public agencies and private parties on right-of-way projects. You will prepare offers, review title work, and negotiate with property owners to secure needed rights for transportation and utility projects.

The role emphasizes negotiation, clear communication, and strong stakeholder relationships, with options for part-time or senior-level candidates. A valid NJ driver's license and real estate experience are preferred.

Qualifications

• HS/GED and 3 years experience with right of way (DOT, transit or utility) or other relevant experience.
• Associate's or Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Real estate license preferred by state law.

Responsibilities

• Prepares offer and conveyance documents for property acquired for transportation or utility projects.
• Reviews title work to determine ownership and encumbrances and analyzes appraisals.
• Meets or communicates with property owners to negotiate the offer for the proposed right of way.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Right of way experience

Negotiation

Communication

Stakeholder management

Education

HS/GED

Associate's degree

Bachelor's degree

Tools

NJ Driver's License

Job description

What We're Looking For

At HNTB, you can create a career that is meaningful to you while building communities that matter to all of us. For more than a century, we have been delivering solutions for some of the largest, most complex infrastructure projects across the country. With our historic growth, it is an exciting time to join our team of employee-owners.

What We're Looking For

At HNTB, you can create a career that is meaningful to you while building communities that matter to all of us. For more than a century, we have been delivering solutions for some of the largest, most complex infrastructure projects across the country. With our historic growth, it is an exciting time to join our team of employee-owners.

This opportunity entails being responsible for working with public agencies and private individuals to identify, negotiate, and purchase private property for public use or private projects.

You will directly contribute to the delivery of critical infrastructure projects that strengthen and connect communities. As a member of our team, you will work closely with property owners, public agencies and project stakeholders to acquire property rights and advance high-impact transportation and development initiatives.

An exciting role that requires negotiation, communication and relationship-building skills along with a unique blend of technical expertise, field engagement and stakeholder interaction making it ideal for individuals who enjoy solving complex challenges and seeing the tangible impact of their work.

We are open to candidates interested in Part-Time opportunities. We are open to Senior level candidates as well.

What You'll Do

• Prepares offer and conveyance documents for property being acquired for transportation or utility projects.
• Reviews title work to determine ownership and encumbrances needing to be cleared, as well as appraisals to understand the basis of the offer and impact to the property.
• Meets or communicates with property owners to negotiate the offer for the proposed right of way. Reports to lead right of way agent for project and/or right of way manager.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

What You'll Need

• HS/GED and 3 years experience with right of way (DOT, transit or utility) or other relevant experience.

What We Prefer

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree.
• Real estate license, as required by state law.
• 2 years of Real Estate experience or Real Estate Paralegal experience.
• Valid NJ Driver's License and transportation for field visit.

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

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Locations:

Cherry Hill, NJ (Woodbury), Newark, NJ, Parsippany, NJ (Fairfield), Princeton, NJ

The approximate pay range for New Jersey is $81,859.63 - $133,952.12. Please note that the pay range provided is a good faith estimate for the position based on all selected locations within the state at the time of posting. Actual compensation will be dependent on factors, including but not limited to, the individual’s qualifications, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities as well as physical work location within the state.

Job Type: Regular

Full/Part Time: Full time

Job Category: Technical Group

ReqID: R-31438