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Right of Way Agent
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Timmons Group
Harrisonburg, VA (In Person)
$95,000 Salary, Full-Time
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Job Description
Job DescriptionWe are seeking a qualified Right of Way Agent to join our Telecom & MRE Group in Harrisonburg, VA. This position is responsible for negotiating fee simple and easement acquisitions and providing comprehensive support to the Right of Way team throughout the property rights acquisition process for transportation and utility projects.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities of a successful candidate include but are not limited to:
Acquire property interests (fee simple, permanent easements, temporary construction easements, licenses, and rights of entry) for public infrastructure projects in accordance with state and federal regulationsConduct property owner and tenant contacts, including negotiations and closings, in a professional and ethical mannerReview and interpret right-of-way plans, plats, legal descriptions, cross sections, and construction documentsCoordinate and participate in negotiations with landowners, attorneys, mortgage holders, and other stakeholdersPrepare, review, and maintain right-of-way documentation including offer packages, deeds, easement agreements, title information, and closing filesExplain project impacts, acquisition needs, and valuation methodology to property owners and affected partiesWork closely with project managers, engineers, appraisers, surveyors, attorneys, and government agencies to advance project schedulesAssist with appraisal coordination, appraisal reviews, and valuation support documentationEnsure compliance with applicable state statutes, local policies, and agency procedures related to eminent domain and property acquisitionTrack acquisition progress, maintain accurate project records, and prepare status reports for clients or agenciesSupport condemnation activities when necessary, including documentation preparation and coordination with legal counselAttend public meetings, field meetings, and site visits as requiredProvide excellent customer service while balancing project schedules, legal requirements, and public interestSkills/Requirements of a successful candidate include but are not limited to:
Ideal candidates will have three to five years of experience in Right of Way workValid driver's license requiredExperience in right-of-way acquisition, property negotiations, real estate, title research, appraisals and related fieldsKnowledge of fee simple and easement acquisitions, including permanent and temporary construction easementsFamiliarity with state and local right-of-way procedures and applicable laws and regulations preferredStrong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to work effectively with property owners, attorneys, government staff, and project teamsAbility to manage multiple assignments, maintain accurate records, and meet project deadlinesProficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Outlook, Word, Excel)Ability to learn and use company-specific software as needed
Additional InformationThe requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skills and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
We are looking for high energy, creative, flexible, patient, self-starters who are willing to work at a dynamic pace. Candidates must share a commitment to our company's Vision, Mission and Shared Values.
Timmons Group is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.
Timmons Group is a full-service engineering and technology firm recognized nationally as a "Best Firm to Work For" by CE News. With 21 offices throughout the Mid-Atlantic and Southeast, we provide civil engineering, environmental, economic development, GIS/geospatial technology, landscape architecture, and surveying services to a diverse client base. As one of Engineering News Record's (ENR) Top 500 Design Firms for over 30 years, we are dedicated to being an employer of choice and providing our people with the best resources, technology, and culture to help them thrive in an engaging career development setting. For more information, visit www.timmons.com. #LI-MI1
Essential Duties and Responsibilities of a successful candidate include but are not limited to:
Acquire property interests (fee simple, permanent easements, temporary construction easements, licenses, and rights of entry) for public infrastructure projects in accordance with state and federal regulationsConduct property owner and tenant contacts, including negotiations and closings, in a professional and ethical mannerReview and interpret right-of-way plans, plats, legal descriptions, cross sections, and construction documentsCoordinate and participate in negotiations with landowners, attorneys, mortgage holders, and other stakeholdersPrepare, review, and maintain right-of-way documentation including offer packages, deeds, easement agreements, title information, and closing filesExplain project impacts, acquisition needs, and valuation methodology to property owners and affected partiesWork closely with project managers, engineers, appraisers, surveyors, attorneys, and government agencies to advance project schedulesAssist with appraisal coordination, appraisal reviews, and valuation support documentationEnsure compliance with applicable state statutes, local policies, and agency procedures related to eminent domain and property acquisitionTrack acquisition progress, maintain accurate project records, and prepare status reports for clients or agenciesSupport condemnation activities when necessary, including documentation preparation and coordination with legal counselAttend public meetings, field meetings, and site visits as requiredProvide excellent customer service while balancing project schedules, legal requirements, and public interestSkills/Requirements of a successful candidate include but are not limited to:
Ideal candidates will have three to five years of experience in Right of Way workValid driver's license requiredExperience in right-of-way acquisition, property negotiations, real estate, title research, appraisals and related fieldsKnowledge of fee simple and easement acquisitions, including permanent and temporary construction easementsFamiliarity with state and local right-of-way procedures and applicable laws and regulations preferredStrong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to work effectively with property owners, attorneys, government staff, and project teamsAbility to manage multiple assignments, maintain accurate records, and meet project deadlinesProficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Outlook, Word, Excel)Ability to learn and use company-specific software as needed
Compensation:
Our best estimate of the salary range for this position is $75,000-$115,000. Offers are based on a range of job-related factors such as internal equity, experience, skills, education, credentials and role complexity.Additional InformationThe requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skills and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
We are looking for high energy, creative, flexible, patient, self-starters who are willing to work at a dynamic pace. Candidates must share a commitment to our company's Vision, Mission and Shared Values.
Timmons Group is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.
Timmons Group is a full-service engineering and technology firm recognized nationally as a "Best Firm to Work For" by CE News. With 21 offices throughout the Mid-Atlantic and Southeast, we provide civil engineering, environmental, economic development, GIS/geospatial technology, landscape architecture, and surveying services to a diverse client base. As one of Engineering News Record's (ENR) Top 500 Design Firms for over 30 years, we are dedicated to being an employer of choice and providing our people with the best resources, technology, and culture to help them thrive in an engaging career development setting. For more information, visit www.timmons.com. #LI-MI1