Utilities Right of Way Agent - Massachusetts

Orc

The Role

Overview

Acquire right-of-way rights for electric transmission and distribution projects.

Key Responsibilities

  • right-of-way
  • doc review
  • owner liaison
  • property research
  • project support
  • admin tasks

Tasks

-Support the Project Manager (PM) and project team members -Perform general administrative tasks -Acquire Right-of-Way rights for distribution and electrical transmission line projects in accordance with project guidelines and regulations -Review real estate documents -Communicate with property owners and their representatives regarding right of way acquisition -Conduct basic property research for ownership and boundary information

Requirements

  • acquisition
  • 3+ years
  • office suite
  • notary
  • customer service
  • analytical

What You Bring

-Minimum of (3) three years of right-of-way acquisition experience -Works efficiently and effectively under tight deadlines -Can prioritize and balance multiple tasks -Demonstrates strong organization and planning skills -Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel) and electronic databases -Can adapt to new systems and software environments -Must own an iOS or Android smartphone to access ORC systems -Must include experience in acquisitions for transmission and/or distribution projects for electric and/or gas projects -Thrives in a fast-paced administrative setting -Active Massachusetts Notary -Provides strong customer service experience -Has excellent written and verbal communication skills -Is analytical, detail-oriented, and eager to learn

Benefits

-Health, dental, and vision benefits -Competitive compensation: $75,000-$100,000 per year -Free Calm membership for you and up to five others -Recognition programs and growth opportunities -Tuition reimbursement and professional training -401(k) with company match and disability coverage -Paid time off, sick time, and holidays

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.

Sector Specialisms

Electric Transmission

Electric Distribution

Pipeline

Renewable Energy

Telecommunications

Water & Sewer

Wind

Solar

Hydropower