ROW Records & Compliance Specialist

Burns & McDonnell; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Burns & McDonnell in Richmond, Virginia, is seeking a Staff ROW Records Specialist to manage right of way records from creation through closeout and retention, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and audit readiness.

You will coordinate with ROW, title, legal, and finance teams, maintain records systems and logs, support audits, and verify records for project closeout while complying with safety policies.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED and 11 years related experience required.
• Or, Associate Degree in related field and 10 years related experience.
• Or, Bachelor Degree in Records Management, Business, or related field and 8 years related experience.
• Experience in records management, ROW documentation, land services, or real estate administration required.
• Proficient in the use of computer software (i.e., Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Working knowledge of ROW records, legal descriptions, and recording requirements.
• Strong organizational, communication, and time‑management skills.
• Familiarity with audits, payment processing, or closeout documentation.
• Ability to travel to project sites, as required.
• Valid driver’s license required.

Responsibilities

• Manage ROW records throughout the document lifecycle, from creation through closeout and retention.
• Maintain ROW records management systems, tracking logs, and databases.
• Maintain accurate, complete, and compliant ROW records in alignment with legal, regulatory, and project requirements.
• Support audits by producing complete and well-organized ROW records.
• Coordinate with acquisition and finance teams to support payment documentation.
• Identify discrepancies or gaps in records and coordinate corrections.
• Support project closeout by verifying all ROW records are finalized, recorded, and archived.
• Maintain compliance with company and project-specific safety policies, protocols, and training requirements.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Complies with all policies and standards.

Skills

Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Organizational skills

Time management

Communication

Travel

Driver's license

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Associate Degree

Bachelor Degree in Records Management/Business or related

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

Burns & McDonnell in Richmond, Virginia, is seeking a Staff ROW Records Specialist to manage right of way records from creation through closeout and retention, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and audit readiness.

You will coordinate with ROW, title, legal, and finance teams, maintain records systems and logs, support audits, and verify records for project closeout while complying with safety policies.