Right-Of-Way Agent (Ra3)

Overview:
We are excited to share once again TranSystems has been recognized as a top 100 design firm by Engineering News-Record in 2024. TranSystems is committed to building strong relationships with our clients, partners, and communities, because we believe we can go farther together. We act with integrity, use resources wisely, and proactively enhance projects with new thinking for sustainable infrastructure solutions. Our team incorporates these core values every day: All-In Always - Passionate Problem Solvers - Driven to Serve. Interested in joining our team? Great! Were looking for top talent to grow with our firm.


Responsibilities:
What you'll be challenged to do: The Right of Way Agent role involves implementing advanced right of way (R/W) acquisition and/or relocation programs to assist individuals and businesses affected by public and private projects. Essential Functions Include but are Not Limited to: Negotiate the acquisition of rights of way for projects by fee purchases, dedication, or stipulation with property owners, mortgage holders, corporations, executors, lease-hold tenants, or their attorneys.Provide clear explanations regarding property needs and potential impacts as indicated in legal descriptions, mapping, and appraisals; report to project manager regarding status of offers, make recommendations, and seek further guidance.Obtain project manager and/or client approval on counteroffers, negotiations, and administrative settlements when necessary.Investigate and negotiate with property owners, utility clients, or their agents in matters relating to purchase, lease, or disposal of real property.Analyze and interpret detailed appraisals for use in negotiated acquisitions, sales, leases, or condemnation suits; prepare cost estimates based on completed market research.Review project plans or engineering drawings and coordinate with project manager to obtain or prepare land exhibits.Research, prepare, and coordinate the preparation of deeds, reconveyances, agreements, maps, and other documents involving property rights; maintain complete and accurate case file documentation and journal entries.Perform title research and curative work, investigating records, documents, and reports to ascertain history and status of title to property; undertake actions or activities necessary to cure defects in title discovered during investigations.Verify the accuracy of property legal descriptions and provide licensed professional consulting services required to perform land surveying for property rights acquisition, including preparing legal descriptions and exhibits and physically locating facilities and property lines.Prepare and organize forms and legal documents required to support a project in a database, with all drafts reviewed and approved by the company prior to use.Perform tasks as necessary and at the direction of the company to secure rights of way, such as due diligence, rights changes, voluntary transfer negotiations, permitting, condemnation support, and encroachment clearance/documentation.Provide professional appraisal services, including obtaining title reports, contacting property owners, inspecting properties, gathering and verifying valuation data, developing opinions of value, and providing expert testimony for litigation and/or eminent domain proceedings.


Qualifications:
What you bring to our firm: Bachelor's degree in business or other relevant program, or equivalent experience.1-3 years of experience with right-of-way acquisition, utilities, and/or relocation.Understanding of R/W engineering, USPAP, and familiarity with the Uniform Relocation Act and eminent domain proceedings.Current and valid Real Estate license.Valid Drivers License and proof of auto insurance required.Advanced proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple project components simultaneously.Excellent communication and persuasive negotiation skills.Self-motivated and maintains a positive, teamwork-oriented attitude.Featured Benefits: Hybrid (in-person and remote) work environment.Comprehensive health benefits package including wellness, maternity/paternity leave, and employer paid AD&D, STD, and LTD.401(k) company matchVacation accrual separate from sick time.Eleven (11) paid holidays for 2024 with the option to substitute 2 holidays for employees to celebrate other day(s) of significance.Six (6) day winter break in 2024 that is included in the paid holiday schedule.Work Environment The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to walk, use hand and fingers to operate a computer keyboard, mouse, and telephone keyboard, reach with hands and arms, and drive a car. The employee is required to sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 80-90 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include ability to adjust focus. The employee must be able to work in a variety of climates (hot, cold) and inclement weather. For individuals assigned and/or hired to work in California, Colorado, or NY City, TranSystems is required by law to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role. This compensation range is specific to the State of California and takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; internal peer equity; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs. The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled. At TranSystems, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range is $24-$36/hourly. TranSystems is proud to be an equal opportunity / affirmative action employer and ensures nondiscrimination and equal employment opportunity in all programs and activities in accordance with all applicable laws and regulations. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sex, age, national origin, pregnancy status, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic information, citizenship status, disability, protected Veteran status or any other status protected by law. In compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, we will hire only U.S. citizens and aliens lawfully authorized to work in the United States (if the position is or will be one which is subject to U.S. law). As the employer of choice, we are committed to action and strive for a company that reflects the vast diversity of our country and the communities we serve. TranSystems is committed to embracing diversity in all forms, including race, culture, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, thought and religious background. We acknowledge the impacts of prejudice and discrimination on historically underserved communities. We commit to establishing a more diverse, inclusive and positive work environment that drives innovation. Recruiters or staffing agencies: TranSystems is not obligated to compensate any external recruiter or search firm who presents a candidate, their resume, or profile to a TranSystems employee without 1) a current, fully-executed agreement on file and 2) being assigned to the open position (as a search) via our applicant tracking solution.