Senior Real Property Specialist Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson $63.00 - $65.00 / hr vision insurance, paid time off, paid holidays, 401(k), retirement plan, relocation assistance United States, Jersey, Trenton 1200 Lenox Dr Ste 101 (Show on map) Aug 19, 2026 Senior Real Property Specialist LinkedIn
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Category Real Estate Services
All Locations Trenton, NJ
Tracking Code 26435
Position Type Full-Time/Regular
Job Description Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson is a dynamic, 100% employee-owned consulting firm with more than 2,800 professionals, providing a full range of multidisciplinary engineering, architecture, information technology, and related services to public agencies and private clients throughout the United States. JMT is currently ranked #45 on Engineering s-Record's list of the Top 500 Design Firms.
Position summary:
Responsible for leading and performing complex real estate acquisition and relocation activities for transportation, infrastructure, and public works projects. This position will serve as a senior Right of Way Specialist and Project Manager, with responsibility for property acquisition, relocation assistance, valuation, negotiations, project delivery, client coordination, and oversight of project staff. Compensation for this position is $63.00-$65.00/hourly, commensurate with experience, education and certifications. The provided range is a good faith estimate based on the requirements described within the job description. We notice that we receive a wide variety of applicants and recognize that the person selected may be less experienced or more experienced. If so, the actual salary range may vary from the estimate provided. Essential Functions and Responsibilities Evaluate right of way plans, plats, surveys, engineering plans, title documents and other technical documents to support project decisions
Prepare and oversee complex acquisition documents, forms, agreements, correspondence and supporting documentation
Prepare and review Administrative Determination of Value reports
Conduct complex negotiations with landowners, tenants, businesses, and other stakeholders to acquire property rights through negotiated purchases, donation, easement or condemnation proceedings
Serve as Project Manager on complex Right of Way and Relocation projects, with responsibility for project schedules, budgets, deliverables, documentation, quality, client coordination, and regulatory compliance
Develop and maintain Parcel Reports and other project tracking tools; monitor acquisition and relocation milestones and identify issues that may affect construction schedules
Attend and participate in project coordination, design, status, and preconstruction meetings and communicate Right of Way requirements and potential project impacts
Assist in the preparation of complex proposals, scopes of work, fee estimates, purchase orders, specifications, and contract documents for Right of Way and real estate services
Perform and oversee complex relocation assistance activities in accordance with the Uniform Relocation Assistance and Real Property Acquisition Policies Act of 1970, as amended, and applicable federal and state requirements
Conduct and coordinate property inspections/site visits, title research, appraisal and appraisal review activities, valuation reports, relocation planning, and other due diligence activities necessary for property acquisition
Review title reports and identify ownership interests, liens, easements, encumbrances, and other title matters that may affect acquisition
Lead and manage team members through all stages of Right of Way acquisition and Relocation proceedings
Delegate assignments, establish priorities, monitor staff workload and performance, and provide technical guidance and quality control
Maintain organized, complete, and accurate project and parcel files in accordance with client, agency, and regulatory requirements.
Ensure acquisition and relocation activities are completed in accordance with project schedules, applicable regulations, agency procedures, and contractual requirements.
Utilize ProjectWise, PAECETrak, SharePoint, GIS, Microsoft Office applications, and other project management and database systems. Nonessential Functions and Responsibilities • Perform other related duties as assigned Required Experience High school diploma or equivalent
10+ years of related experience Qualifications Preferred Land use and acquisition courses
The ability to negotiate very complex transactions
Very complex problem solving
Ability to testify in court and hearings
Maintain poise under stressful situations.
Real estate experience, familiarity with titles, real estate documents, and legal descriptions
Land use and acquisition courses particularly courses offered by the International Right of Way Association
Real estate experience, familiarity with titles, real estate documents, and legal descriptions
Bachelor's Degree or some college course work including real estate classes Benefits JMT offers outstanding opportunities for career and professional growth. We are 100% employee-owned (ESOP) and offer outstanding health care coverage and other benefits, including: Affordable Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
Company paid Life and Disability Insurance
Paid Time Off
Paid Holidays
Paid Caregiver Leave Program
401K Retirement Plan (Traditional and Roth options)
Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
Career Development Programs
And more...
Benefits | JMT Working Conditions Some work is performed within a general office environment. Work is generally sedentary in nature but may require occasional standing and walking. Lighting and temperature are adequate and there are no hazardous or unpleasant conditions caused by noise, dust, etc. within the office environment. Significant field work (50% or more) is required where work may be conducted outside in heat/cold, wet/humid, and dry/arid conditions. Travel to project sites, meetings, property inspections, and other locations may be required. Some lifting (up to 25 lbs.) may be required as needed. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law.