Senior Real Estate Services Agent

HDR, Inc.

Rosemont (IL)

On-site

USD 89,000 - 127,000

Full time

7 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Short and long-term disability

Life insurance

Employee assistance program

Paid time away

Parental leave

Paid holidays

Retirement savings plan with employer

Employee referral bonus

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

HDR, Inc. is seeking a Senior Real Estate Services Agent in Rosemont, IL. The role involves supporting due diligence, negotiating rights, coordinating ROW and utilities, and ensuring regulatory compliance across projects.

The position emphasizes client coordination, travel flexibility, and rigorous documentation. Ideal candidates have 5+ years in real estate/ROW and strong communication, negotiation, and project management skills, with MS Office and GIS/database familiarity.

Qualifications

5+ years experience in real estate or related fields.
Knowledge of Uniform Act and federal/state laws in real estate.
Proficiency with MS Office Suite.
Strong communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
Ability to work flexible hours and with diverse teams.

Responsibilities

Support during pre-negotiation due diligence.
Negotiate acquisition of rights and relocations.
Coordinate right-of-way and utility issues for clients.
Manage project schedules and budgets.
Ensure compliance with federal, state, and industry laws.
Support property assessments, risk analysis, and relocations.
Prioritize work and perform at a high level.
Work independently or with clients and teams; travel as required.
Communicate and document effectively.
Work flexible hours and coordinate with management.
Perform other duties as needed.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Negotiation skills

Presentation skills

Education

AA degree or equivalent experience

Tools

MS Office Suite

Database and GIS familiarity

Job description

At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world?

We believe transportation is more than movement, it's the foundation of connected, thriving communities. As part of HDR's Transportation Business Group, you'll help shape the systems that move people and goods safely, efficiently, and sustainably. From designing resilient highways and iconic bridges to advancing transit, passenger and freight rail, aviation, federal transportation ports and marine infrastructure, your work will directly support economic vitality, public safety, sustainable and resilient communities and quality of life. We bring together planners, engineers, architects, construction management staff, environmental, strategic communications, economists, management consultants and specialists across disciplines to solve complex mobility challenges with innovation, technical excellence, and a deep understanding of community needs. Whether you're modernizing aging infrastructure or pioneering next‑generation transportation solutions, your contributions will help define the future of mobility. This isn't just a job, it's a chance to lead progress, drive meaningful impact, and leave a legacy of smarter, more connected transportation networks. We are all employee-owners at HDR, which is the foundation of our collaborative culture that connects employees around the world.

Watch Our Story: https://www.hdrinc.com/our-story

Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world.

In the role of Senior Real Estate Services Agent, we'll count on you to:

Provide support during project pre-negotiation due diligence
Conduct complex negotiations for acquisition of rights and relocation of displaces relative to public or private projects
Coordinate right-of-way and utility issues for clients as assigned
Be responsible for schedule and budget
Be proficient in implementing applicable federal, state and industry laws and regulations such as FHWA, FAA, FTA, FRA, FERC, NEPA and the Uniform Act, as well as the client's policies and procedures
In conjunction with others, perform activities to support Real Property projects, such as property assessments, risk analysis, acquisition of needed rights, occupant relocation, property management, construction coordination, and utility relocation/coordination
Prioritize work and perform activities at a high level
Work independently or closely with a team, confidently with clients, property owners and occupants, and be flexible for travel, as required
Communicate and document effectively.
Work flexible hours and coordinate closely with management
Perform other duties as needed

Preferred Qualifications

AA degree or equivalent experience
Real estate license in good standing, or equivalent, as required by law
Database and GIS familiarity

Required Qualifications

A minimum of 5 years of experience in real estate, right-of-way, title, utility coordination, relocation, or property management
Ability to understand and work in compliance with the Uniform Act, federal and state laws, and regulations specific to the real estate and right-of-way industry
Proficiency with standard technology tools such as MS Office Suite
Strong communication skills, basic understanding of negotiation and presentation skills, and the ability to work flexible hours and effectively with people of all types

What We Believe

HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.

Our Commitment

As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day.

Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.