Right Of Way Agent

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Right of Way Agent Job Description The Right of Way (ROW) Agent, under the direction of the Lead Agent or ROW Supervisor, is expected to have an excellent working knowledge of all right of way disciplines, including title, permitting, acquisition, and documentation. The candidate should be knowledgeable about property valuation, survey drawings, and alignment sheets. Responsibilities Assist the ROW Supervisor in providing guidance to ROW Agents. Secure permission to enter properties from landowners and tenants. Negotiate for ROW options, easements, fee interest, and curative documents while maintaining the ROW price policy. Assist in the development of a construction line from the conditions and/or restrictions placed on the ROW by the landowner and/or tenant. Maintain a detailed diary containing the facts of each contact for every property owner and tenant on a project and prepare a detailed weekly activity report. Maintain a detailed log of all payments. Negotiate Damage Settlements as required. Support all construction activities as necessary. Document all ROW activities as required. Adhere to the project Safety Plan. Essential Skills Strong communication and people skills Experience in sales and real estate Knowledge of the utility industry Experience with acquisitions and permitting Understanding of property values, easements, and survey permissions Additional Skills & Qualifications Associate's Degree preferred or relevant experience SR/WA or other IRWA Designation Notary Public certification Prefer experience in work related to right of way or real estate services provided to public organizations. Broad knowledge of procedures used to acquire real property interests for public utility/infrastructure projects, including condemnation. Familiarity with laws and regulations involving real estate transactions and Eminent Domain. 3 to 5 years of experience Experience negotiating land deals Work Environment The role involves working out in the field, meeting with clients about ROW activities. Per diem arrangements are available for candidates based on their location relative to the State of Iowa. Candidates from outside the state are eligible for a 7-day per diem, while those within the state but outside a 75-mile radius have a 5-day per diem option. Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Cedar Rapids, IA. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $31.25 - $38.75/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Cedar Rapids,IA.

Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Mar 27, 2026. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I is embedded into our culture through: Hiring diverse talent Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes Ensuring growth opportunities for our people Actalent is an equal opportunity employer. About Actalent Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services. For more than 40 years, we've helped visionary companies advance their goals. Headquartered in the United States, our teams span 150 offices across North America, EMEA, and APAC—with four delivery centers in India led by 1,000+ extraordinary employees who connect their passion with purpose every day. Our Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai delivery centers are hubs of engineering expertise, with core capabilities in mechanical and electrical engineering, systems and software, and manufacturing engineering. Our teams deliver work across multiple industries including transportation, consumer and industrial products, and life sciences. We serve more than 4,500 clients, including many Fortune 500 brands. Learn more about how we can work together at actalentservices.com.