Senior Right-of-Way Acquisition Lead

ROWJOBS.com - Right of Way Jobs Online; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

HDR is hiring a Senior Right of Way Acquisition Agent to support pre-negotiation due diligence and complex acquisitions for public and private projects. You will coordinate right-of-way and utility issues, manage schedules and budgets, and ensure compliance with federal, state, and industry regulations.

You will work with clients, property owners and occupants, travel as needed, and contribute to project success while applying HDR’s inclusive, collaborative culture.

Qualifications

• AA degree or equivalent experience.
• Real estate license in good standing, or equivalent, as required by law.
• Database and GIS familiarity.
• Ability to work on-site.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Strong communication

Negotiation

Team coordination

Education

AA degree or equivalent experience

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

HDR is hiring a Senior Right of Way Acquisition Agent to support pre-negotiation due diligence and complex acquisitions for public and private projects. You will coordinate right-of-way and utility issues, manage schedules and budgets, and ensure compliance with federal, state, and industry regulations.

You will work with clients, property owners and occupants, travel as needed, and contribute to project success while applying HDR’s inclusive, collaborative culture.