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Senior Right of Way Agent

Colliers Engineering & Design

The Role

Overview

Acquire land rights for transportation projects and manage owner relations in NY

Key Responsibilities

  • deliverables
  • document processing
  • public records
  • notary service
  • compliance
  • issue reporting

Tasks

-Prepare client deliverable packages. -Ensure documents are processed timely for recording. -Make initial contact with landowners to discuss project impacts. -Represent client in a positive and professional manner while providing a positive experience with the landowner. -Agent is responsible for completing assignments within the given deadline & monitoring entry level agents. -Assist with researching public records to determine property ownership. -Document landowner communications and send customer concerns to Project Manager. -Serve as notary in acknowledgment of legal signatures. -Complete documentation to close out files. -Adhere to and Monitor Client and Company Standards and Procedures (e.g. safety, use of PPE). -Ensure notary information is entered correctly.

Requirements

  • real estate
  • right-of-way
  • ms office
  • negotiation
  • high school
  • customer service

What You Bring

-Ability to read, write, and understand English for purposes of comprehending written job-related communications and verbal instructions and interactions. -New York State Real Estate License required. -Minimum a High School Diploma or equivalent. -NYSDOT right of way experience a plus. -Ability to engage in small talk and talk to strangers (over the phone and in person). -IRWA certifications a plus. -Be able to negotiate with landowner within client parameters. -Must be able to acquire a notary within 45 days (about 1 and a half months) of employment. -Must have a valid driver's license and valid car insurance. -Excellent written and verbal communications skills. Should be comfortable interacting with diverse groups of people. -Must possess “team player” attitude and ensure all projects are completed by let schedule. -Analytical skills and ability to solve problems under pressure. -Ability to work efficiently and effectively under tight deadlines, as well as balance multiple projects by prioritizing effectively. -Familiarity with working within Uniform Act guidelines. -Must be proficient with MS Office Suite, specifically Excel, Word and Outlook, Google Earth and databases such as SharePoint or equivalent. -Local municipality right of way experience a must. -Demonstrated organizational, planning and negotiation skills. -Previous DOT or local governemnt transportation experience required. -Must have a flexible schedule to meet landowners when available. -Excellent customer service skills; in person and over the phone with internal and external customers and clients. -2-3 years of transportation right of way acquisition experience a must.

Benefits

-Training or mentoring of entry level staff a plus.

The Company

About Colliers Engineering & Design

-As a subsidiary of Colliers, it harnesses advanced tech to shape public and private infrastructure. -Engineers, architects, and experts collaborate on site development, geotechnical studies, and telecom utilities. -Typical projects include transportation corridors, industrial facilities, and public sector designs. -Headquartered in the iconic Bell Labs complex, blending industry and innovation.

Sector Specialisms

Civil/Site Engineering

Architecture

Transportation

Survey/Geospatial

Infrastructure

Governmental

Geotechnical/Environmental

Telecommunications

Utilities/Energy

Project Management

Bridges & Structures

Commissioning & Energy

Construction Engineering & Inspection

Construction Layout

Cultural Resource Services

Environmental Services

Geotechnical Laboratory Services

GIS Asset Management

Highways & Traffic Engineering

Hydropower

Interior Design

Land Services & Right-of-Way Acquisition

Landscape Architecture

Mechanical

Natural Resource Services

Planning

Plumbing

Rail Engineering

Rail Program & Construction Management

Static & Mobile LiDAR

Structural

Traffic Planning

Unmanned Aerial Systems

Water Resources

Waterway Structures

Water/Wastewater

Security Clearance

-pre‑employment drug screen required; ongoing annual drug and alcohol testing.