Right of Way Agent - Fort Lauderdale, FL

*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.

• Provide land acquisition services throughout the right-of-way lifecycle, in compliance with project guidelines and regulations
• Handle administrative tasks including mailing notifications, filing deeds, verifying condemnation parcel addresses, and organizing acquisition packets
• Deliver property rights documents to owners and representatives; negotiate and secure parcels through approved counteroffers
• Maintain contact documentation, conduct final title checks, manage back taxes, and ensure removal of compensated items
• Submit vendor forms to expedite payments and support efficient project closeout
• Submit and track offer letters, counteroffers, and Releases of Damages; attend field reviews and provide weekly status reports
• Review and correct title takeoffs, construction plans, and ROW documents; prepare and submit Waiver Valuation Forms

We Are Looking For Someone Who

Travel: Candidate can expect to travel about 25% of the time throughout the state of Florida.

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.

Location: Fort Lauderdale, FL (candidate will have the flexibility to work out of their home office but must reside in Florida)

• Is analytical, detail-oriented, and eager to learn
• Valid Driver’s License
• Must have an iOS or Android smartphone to be able to access ORC's systems
• Provides strong customer service experience
• Has excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Active Florida Notary
• Demonstrates strong organization and planning skills
• Can prioritize and balance multiple tasks
• Active Florida Real Estate License
• License must be hung with ORC*
• Thrives in a fast-paced administrative setting
• Must include experience utilizing the Uniform Relocation Act
• Minimum of five (5) years of Right of Way acquisition experience
• Works efficiently and effectively under tight deadlines
• Must include experience with or within the Department of Transportation
• Can adapt to new systems and software environments

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.

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.

Relocation and per diem are not provided

• Competitive base pay: $80,000 - $95,000 per year
• Recognition programs and growth opportunities
• Tuition reimbursement and professional training
• Health, dental, and vision benefits
• Paid time off, sick time, and holidays
• 401(k) with company match and disability coverage
• Free Calm membership for you and up to five others