Staff Acquisition Specialist - Land Services (Multiple Locations)

Burns & McDonnell; Bismarck (ND); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Burns & McDonnell is seeking a Staff Acquisition Specialist to support landowner outreach, rights acquisition, and access coordination for land development, survey, and construction projects.

You will negotiate routine land rights agreements, coordinate access with property owners and crews, and ensure accurate documentation and sign-offs in line with project requirements.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent with 8 years related experience OR an Associate Degree with 6 years related experience OR a Bachelor Degree with 4 years related experience.
• Experience negotiating agreements or working directly with property owners required.
• Real estate licensing preferred but not required; licensing varies by state.
• Proficient in common office software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and strong written/verbal communication.

Responsibilities

• Conduct direct landowner outreach to explain project scope, access needs, and schedules.
• Negotiate right of way, easement, license, and temporary construction access agreements.
• Coordinate survey and construction access with landowners, survey crews, and construction teams.
• Resolve access constraints related to site conditions.
• Execute land rights agreements with proper signatures and records.
• Maintain land rights tracking logs, contact records, and access status updates.

Skills

Negotiation

Land rights management

Effective communication

MS Office proficiency

Travel willingness

Driver's license

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Associate Degree

Bachelor Degree in Planning/Business/Real Estate

Tools

Word/Excel/PowerPoint

Job description

Description

The Staff Acquisition Specialist supports landowner outreach, land rights acquisition, and access coordination activities to support land acquisition, survey, and construction operations. The Staff Acquisition Specialist role negotiates routine land rights agreements, coordinates property access, and ensures accurate execution and documentation in accordance with project requirements.

• Conduct direct landowner outreach to explain project scope, access needs, and schedules.
• Negotiate routine right of way, easement, license, and temporary construction access agreements.
• Coordinate survey and construction access with landowners, survey crews, and construction teams.
• Resolve access constraints related to site conditions.
• Execute land rights agreements and ensure proper signatures, distribution, and recordkeeping.
• Maintain accurate land rights tracking logs, contact records, and access status updates.
• Prepare routine reports on outreach progress, executed agreements, and outstanding access issues.
• Support on-site access coordination during active survey activities.
• Ensure compliance with company and site safety policies and protocols.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Complies with all policies and standards.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED or equivalent and 8 years related experience required.
• Or, Associate Degree in a related field and 6 years related experience.
• Or, Bachelor Degree in Planning, Business, Real Estate, or a related field and 4 years related experience.
• Experience negotiating agreements or working directly with property owners required.
• Real Estate License preferred but not required. Licensing requirements may vary by state based on job responsibilities.
• Proficient in the use of computer software (i.e., Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational, documentation, and communication skills.
• Proficiency with tracking systems.
• Ability to travel to projects sites, as required.
• Valid driver’s license required.

This job posting will remain open a minimum of 72 hours and on an ongoing basis until filled.

EEO/Disabled/Veterans

Job Environmental Planning

Primary Location US-SC-Greenville

Other Locations US-ND-Bismarck, US-NC-Raleigh

Schedule: Full-time

Travel: Yes, 50 % of the Time