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Right of Way Agent - New York Metropolitan area

Orc

The Role

Overview

Assist with right-of-way relocations and acquisitions for NYC MTA projects.

Key Responsibilities

  • legal docs
  • data entry
  • customer service
  • project support
  • relocation assistance
  • property research

Tasks

*Employees must avoid any relationship or activity that might impair, or even appear to impair, their ability to make objective and fair decisions when performing their jobs. To avoid conflicts of interest, employees are prohibited from performing any services for clients or perceived clients during nonworking time that are normally performed by ORC, including the sale of real estate. -Perform administrative tasks such as preparing legal documents, reports, and correspondence; attending meetings; managing project files; and maintaining accurate data entry and documentation. -Engage in verbal and written communications with customers to provide high-quality customer service and ensure clear, professional interactions. -Support the Project Manager and project team throughout the right-of-way lifecycle for federally funded road projects. -Provide relocation assistance services in compliance with the Uniform Relocation Assistance and Real Property Acquisition Policies Act of 1970 and applicable project guidelines and regulations. -Prepare real estate documents, conduct property ownership and boundary research, and coordinate with property owners and their representatives regarding relocations. -Potentially expand responsibilities to include real property acquisition and work on projects for various clients across the NYC boroughs, Long Island, and the lower Hudson Valley.

Requirements

  • smartphone
  • driver’s license
  • uniform relocation
  • 1‑year exp
  • customer service
  • analytical

What You Bring

Location: New York Metropolitan area (candidate must reside in the New York Metropolitan area) Travel: Candidate can expect to travel about 50% of the time throughout the New York Metropolitan area. Physical Requirements: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to clearly communicate and exchange information in person, via phone and email. Substantial repetitive movements of the wrists, hands and/or fingers due to high amounts of computer usage and typing. Expected to spend long spans of time in front of a computer screen. Able to read, understand and interpret department related documents and data. This is a largely sedentary role; however, the employee is occasionally required to move about inside the office to access files, office equipment and to interact with other members of the staff. This employee is required to occasionally travel to government buildings which involves time driving; sometimes for long durations. We Are Looking For Someone Who -Demonstrates strong organization and planning skills -Works efficiently and effectively under tight deadlines -Minimum of one (1) year of Right of experience performing relocations and acquisitions under a structured local, state, or federal program -Experience utilizing the Uniform Relocation Act -Must have an iOS or Android smartphone to be able to access ORC's systems -Valid Driver’s License -Can adapt to new systems and software environments -Provides strong customer service experience -Is analytical, detail-oriented, and eager to learn -Has excellent written and verbal communication skills -Thrives in a fast-paced administrative setting -Can prioritize and balance multiple tasks

Benefits

Our job titles may span more than one career level. Compensation for this position is dependent upon many factors, such as training, transferable skills, work experience, business needs, and market demands. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future. This role may also be eligible for benefits and employee travel reimbursements. Right of Way is where infrastructure meets innovation—shaping roads, utilities, and communities for the future. At ORC, we offer more than a job—we offer purpose, stability, and growth. You’ll join a team that values collaboration, workplace flexibility, and long-term opportunity. Relocation and per diem are not provided -Competitive base pay: $70,000 - $90,000 per year -Paid time off, sick time, and holidays -Recognition programs and growth opportunities -Tuition reimbursement and professional training -401(k) with company match and disability coverage -Free Calm membership for you and up to five others -Health, dental, and vision benefits

The Company

About Orc

-The firm began as a nimble land-acquisition specialist and has grown into a national leader. -Privately held and private-equity backed, delivering specialized real estate services supporting major infrastructure projects. -Expertise spans right-of-way acquisition, relocation assistance, appraisal, negotiations, and full program management. -Clients range from utility companies and state DOTs to airport authorities and federal agencies like FEMA, DOE, EPA, and USACE. -Typical projects include pipeline corridors, utility easements, airport expansions, and public transit infrastructure. -Headquartered in Charlotte, NC, the firm operates over 30 offices across more than 16 states. -ORC won national recognition for its innovative employee-recognition program tied to cybersecurity and quality initiatives.

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