Staff Title Specialist - Bismarck, ND

Burns & McDonnell; Bismarck, Northern (ND, KY); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Burns & McDonnell in Bismarck, ND is seeking a Staff Title Specialist to perform detailed title research and ownership verification to support land acquisition and right of way activities.

You will review deeds, easements, liens, and encumbrances, identify routine title defects, and prepare title reports and ownership summaries in accordance with project standards for surface and mineral ownership. Travel up to 50% is required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED with 8 years of related experience, or an Associate Degree with 6 years, or a Bachelor’s degree with 4 years.
• Experience in title examination, land services, right of way, or real estate is required.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficient with MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint; strong working knowledge of title research methods and public records.

Responsibilities

• Perform detailed title research and ownership verification for assigned parcels.
• Review and interpret deeds, easements, liens, mortgages, restrictions, and other encumbrances.
• Identify and resolve routine title defects and coordinate with appropriate team.
• Prepare title reports, commitments, and ownership summaries per project standards for surface and mineral ownership.
• Update title documentation as needed.
• Coordinate with acquisition staff to support negotiations and agreement execution.
• Maintain accurate tracking logs and ensure documentation completeness.
• Comply with company safety policies and training requirements.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Attention to detail

Travel readiness

Education

High School Diploma/GED or equivalent

Associate Degree in related field

Bachelor Degree in Real Estate/Business or related field

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Description

The Staff Title Specialist performs title research and ownership verification to support land acquisition and right of way activities. The Staff Title Specialist role identifies and resolves routine title defects, prepares title reports and commitments, and coordinates with legal and acquisition teams to support accurate and timely documentation.

• Perform detailed title research and ownership verification for assigned parcels.
• Review and interpret deeds, easements, liens, mortgages, restrictions, and other encumbrances.
• Identify and resolve routine title defects and coordinate with appropriate team.
• Prepare title reports, commitments, and ownership summaries in accordance with project standards for both surface and mineral ownership.
• Update title documentation as needed.
• Coordinate with acquisition staff to support negotiations and agreement execution.
• Maintain accurate tracking logs and ensure documentation completeness.
• Maintain compliance with company and project-specific safety policies, protocols, and training requirements.
• 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 related field and 6 years related experience required or Bachelor Degree in Real Estate, Business, or related field and 4 years related experience required
• Experience in title examination, land services, right of way, or real estate required
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficient in the use of computer software (i.e., Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Working knowledge of title research methods and public records.
• Familiarity with ROW acquisition processes and documentation.
• Ability to travel to project 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-ND-Bismarck

Schedule: Full-time

Travel: Yes, 50 % of the Time

Job Hire Type Experienced #LI-AJS #LSV N/A