Right of Way Agent

Overview

Acquire land/easements and handle claim settlement and relocations for DOT projects.

Key Responsibilities

• claim settlement
• document prep
• row negotiation
• client meetings
• reporting

Tasks

-Responsible for claim settlement where client’s activities incur damage to property -Prepares document necessary to negotiate and option the proposed ROW -You will meet with property owners to make offers, prepare and document paperwork and activities, and report to supervisor regularly

Requirements

• microsoft office
• title reports
• real estate
• engineering
• driver's license
• communication

What You Bring

-Strong communications and social skills -Is knowledgeable in title reports, appraisals, and basic ROW/roadway plans -Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screening to ensure a safe and productive work environment. Volkert adheres to federal guidelines, which may include testing for substances such as marijuana. Please note that federal regulations may differ from state-specific guidelines. -Experience with Microsoft Office, email, and general computer knowledge -Ability to travel to OH to meet with property owners -Valid driver’s license. -A minimum of one year real estate and/or engineering experience -A satisfactory motor vehicle report (MVR).

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Benefits

-Employer-Paid short-term disability and long-term disability -401(k) retirement savings plan + employer matching -Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) -Paid Time Off (PTO) and holidays -Work from home is an option but will have access to the Volkert office and supplies -Medical, Dental, & Vision -Wellness incentives -Student Debt Retirement Match -Relo agent will also be required to make relocation offers -Employer-Paid Life/AD&D insurance

About Volkert, Inc.

-Engineered landmark projects like the Lake Pontchartrain Causeway, still the longest continuous bridge over water. -Expanded into ports, highways, and flood control—shaping major infrastructure from Sugar Bowl stadium expansions to interstate highway systems. -Typical projects include airport terminals, major bridges, urban roadways, transit systems, waterfront, and environmental restoration. -Specialist areas span transportation, water resources, energy, environmental consulting, aviation, and bridge design. -The team includes experts ranging from landscape architects to real-estate specialists, enabling full-service offerings.

Sector Specialisms

Security Clearance

-must pass a pre‑employment drug screening (including possible marijuana testing) -must have a valid driver’s license and a satisfactory motor vehicle report (mvr)