Right of Way Acquisition Agent (Electric Transmission)

Overview

Negotiate and acquire right‑of‑way land for electric transmission projects.

Key Responsibilities

• permit acquisition
• due diligence
• lease negotiation
• report preparation
• legal oversight
• stakeholder liaison

Tasks

-Review 3rd party development plans and relevant Right of way records (i.e. easements, permits, etc.) to determine any conflicts. -Serve as liaison with landowner/tenant on ownership, easement rights, damage claims, and access issues. -Searches for and determines various land ownership interests, including, but not limited to, surface ownership of land and the locations of such owners. Identifies and provides details of all required construction permits and permit requirements and acquires permits as directed. -Prepares adequate daily activity reports and prepares special agent's reports relative to complex negotiations for easements, damage settlements, and/or permit acquisition. May work in the office or out in the field. -Is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms, and talk or hear. -Perform internal and external due diligence to ensure accuracy and completeness of land rights or to identify and bring forward deficiencies requiring remedial action. -Responsible for resolutions and other legal forms related to land acquisitions. A certain degree of creativity and latitude is required. -Responsible for researching, negotiating and electing to purchase short- and long-term lease of land agreements and Right of way for construction that meet the organization's goals. -Effectively use established company and client policies, procedures, and processes to perform work. -Maintains up-to-date status with designated upper-level Right of way agent or project manager/supervisor to ensure the assignment is completed following the client's procedures. -Oversees all land-related legal issues, including transfers of titles and deeds, construction, mortgage concerns, and zoning.

Requirements

• right-of-way
• title research
• texas license
• 2+ years
• team player
• communication

What You Bring

-Knowledge of settlement instruments and contract terms. -Very knowledgeable about property valuation, survey drawings, and alignments sheets. -Good understanding of various land-related contracts and agreements for construction, operation, and maintenance of existing and new facilities, including but not limited to, fee simple, rights-of-way, leases, temporary workspace agreements, licenses, permits, ordinances, and franchise agreements with the ability to complete right of way transactions independently. -Ability to complete right-of-way transactions independently. -Ability to work autonomously and to collaborate fully as a team player. -Ability to maintain regular attendance as per work schedule agreed with the manager (may require working an adjusted work schedule based on project assigned and work overtime if warranted). -Spends 60% of time in a remote environment and 40% in the field -Excellent working knowledge of of applicable laws, rules, regulations, right of way policies, procedures, terminology, and right of way/real property acquisition policies and procedures. -Ability to pay close attention to details, and present good planning, organization, and time management skills. -Ability to plan and organize workload, adjust to changing priorities, and work well under pressure with minimal supervision. -Specific vision abilities include close vision, distance vision, color vision, and the ability to adjust focus. -Must have strong oral and written communication skills and be customer-focused. -Is occasionally required to stand, walk, and stoop, kneel, or crouch. -Ability to work in a team environment and willingness to assume additional or new responsibilities readily. -Ability to comply with applicable laws and regulations and Company policies and procedures. -Must have a minimum of two years of experience in the Right of Way industry. -Experience with acquisition & relocation documents, notices, processes, and procedures. -Must be able to perform land title research. -Exercises good judgment and has experience handling confidential information. -Demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills to build relationships with others. -Texas Real Estate License is preferred. -Is occasionally required to lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. -Ability to interpret alignment sheets and plats.

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About Percheron, Llc

-Provide land services for energy and infrastructure sectors, becoming a trusted partner for clients. -Offer services in surveying, engineering, and environmental consulting for efficient project management. -Support critical infrastructure projects in North America across public and private sectors. -Expertise spans energy development, water resources, industrial, and utility sectors for project success. -Commitment to innovation with cutting-edge technology for accurate, timely solutions. -Handle complex land-based challenges, including pipeline and transmission line surveys. -Provide customized, scalable solutions for diverse projects from rural surveys to large industrial developments.

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