Sr. Right of Way Agent

Universal Field Services, Inc.; Ohio; On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Universal Field Services in Ohio is seeking Right of Way Agents to negotiate complex real property acquisitions from landowners. This safety-sensitive role requires precise communication, legal awareness, and meticulous record-keeping as you guide property owners through acquisition processes.

You will interpret maps and construction plans, prepare necessary paperwork, and coordinate with supervisors to secure timely, compliant agreements while mentoring junior staff as part of a collaborative

Qualifications

• Experience negotiating real property acquisitions with landowners.
• Knowledge of real estate law and terminology.
• Ability to interpret maps and construction drawings.
• Proven ability to maintain accurate records and paperwork.

Responsibilities

• Read maps and construction drawings to support acquisitions.
• Conduct good faith negotiations with landowners to secure agreements.
• Maintain parcel files and accurate contact records.
• Prepare affidavits and paperwork for deadlines and filings.
• Assist with permits and condemnation preparation as needed.
• Mentor junior right of way agents.

Skills

Negotiation

Communication

Record-keeping

Attention to detail

Job description

Universal Field Services is hiring Right of Way Agents in Ohio! If you’re ready to build a career in energy infrastructure and work directly with landowners, we want to hear from you!

SUMMARY

This position is responsible for negotiating complex acquisitions of real property interests from affected landowners using standard right of way techniques, effective communication skills, proper legal procedures and client specific criteria by performing the essential duties described herein. This is a safety sensitive position.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Core duties and responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Read, understands and interprets maps and construction drawings.
• Has advanced understanding of real estate law and terminology.
• Has knowledge of sequence of processes required to complete the acquisition.
• Skilled in examining public records and determining surface ownership.
• Locates owners of land.
• Prepares Affidavits as needed (e.g. Descent and Distribution; Identify, Use and Adverse Possession).
• Plots property descriptions from public records.
• Understands appraisal theory, appraisal processes and property values.
• Effectively communicates acquisition processes and requirements and conducts good faith negotiations with land owners to secure agreements.
• Maintains accurate records of every contact made with property owner or their representative.
• Maintains accurate and detailed parcel files.
• Accurately completes all required paperwork in a timely manner to meet deadlines.
• Appears as a witness in litigation, as required.
• Secures any county, state and federal permits, as needed.
• Prepare parcel files for condemnation process, as needed.
• Mentors right of way agents.
• Ability and flexibility to work in cooperation with all those assigned to the office.
• This position reports directly to the Right of Way Supervisor.