Right of Way Specialist

• Leads major projects such as a new acquisition and/or abandonment
• Serves as Subject Matter Expert for any field project for the Company including working with local agencies such as city, county, state, DOT, and/or railroads
• Negotiates highly complex easements and agreements on various types of properties
• Analyzes, prepares reviews and interprets Land and Right of Way related agreements, deeds, easements, leases, permits, and licenses for the Pipeline
• Completes due diligent and gap analysis ensuring sufficient property rights for our Pipelines
• Partners with ROW Manager and other department personnel with Company projects and initiatives
• Collaborates with leaders in the creation and completion of estimates
• Compiles and examines documents and information, conducting follow-up, and completing forms to provide support to senior managers and attorneys
• Researches, analyzes, and evaluates property rights and issues
• Responds to property issues and requests from internal and external customers
• Partners with Manager and other departments personnel with corporate projects and initiatives
• Negotiates with external clients and agencies (property owners, government agencies, and legal entities)
• Reviews and prepare documents such as licenses, agreements, easements, permits, and renewals
• Represents the company as the first point of contact with interested parties
• Reviews and manages data in company database relating to rights acquired for placement of company facilities
• Tracks permitting time lines
• Special assignments or tasks assigned to the employee by their superior, as determined from time to time in their sole and complete discretion

• A minimum of 8 years related Right of Way experience is required
• A minimum of a Bachelor's Degree or equivalent work experience in lieu of a degree is required
• Technical expert in area of specialty
• Advanced ability to stay abreast of new technology and industry developments and processes and apply knowledge analytically
• Communication and interpersonal skills including the ability to develop positive relationships with customers, resolve property-related disputes, and to work effectively with team members
• Advanced computer skills and knowledge of customized software
• Detail oriented
• Knowledge of right of way principles, federal, state and other agency permit requirements
• Ability to understand and evaluate right of way, easement, and other property-related documents, legal descriptions, and maps
• Research, analysis, and evaluation skills in order to gather data on market values and placement of company facilities on property
• Advanced reading and writing skills, with the ability to perform intermediate mathematical calculations
• Ability to marshal, motivate and manage resources
• Ability to effectively communicate with others, both written and verbal communication

A Bachelor's Degree in Real Estate, Business Administration, or related field is preferred

• Medical Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Paid Time-Off
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with match
• Educational Reimbursement
• Parental Bonding Time
• Employee Discounts