Colliers Engineering & Design is seeking a highly-motivated Right of Way Agent for its Land Services Division in the Northeastern United States, with a broad knowledge of procedures used to acquire real property interests for land services projects. This is a full time, permanent position supporting many projects concurrently. The successful candidate is able to multi-task and is adept at producing accurate project deliverables on short notice.
Responsibilities
- Provide easement and/or land acquisition on assigned projects.
- Have general understanding of notary laws and land rights.
- Prepare offer packages and closing packages.
- Present and negotiate offers to impacted property owners while establishing a positive rapport with each tract owner.
- Lease agreement negotiation experience a plus.
- DOT, Municipality, Telecommunications and/or Utilities experience a plus.
Qualifications
- Minimum of 3 year of Right of Way Acquisition and/or 1 year of Real Estate Salesperson experience preferred.
- Active Real Estate license for state of residency is preferred with the ability to obtain Real Estate license within 6 months of hire.
- Notary for state of residency preferred with ability to obtain within 60 days.
- Ability to read and interpret project plans.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Able to work efficiently and effectively under tight deadlines, as well as balance multiple projects by prioritizing effectively.
- Demonstrated organizational, planning, and negotiation skills.
- Can work independently to accomplish expectations in this role.
- Analytical and able to problem solve.
- Must be proficient with MS Office Suite, specifically Excel, Word and Outlook, and databases such as SharePoint or equivalent.
- Valid Driver's License.
- Must possess "team player" attitude and ensure all projects are completed on schedule and within budget.
- Responsible for providing weekly updates to management.
- May require weekend hours.
- Be able to think out of the box when confronted with challenging situations or conversations.
- Participate in formulating and coordinating proposals and provides other Marketing support, including Business Development.
- Organized in daily tasks and project processes.
- Ability to read, write and understand English with proficiency for purposes of comprehending written job-related communications and verbal instructions and interactions.
- Passing a pre-employment drug screening within 48 hours following instruction and remaining in compliance with all applicable random drug/alcohol programs.
Compensation: $60,000-$75,000 DOQ.
What We Offer
At Colliers Engineering & Design, our people are our most important resource. That's why we are committed to providing all our employees with a safe, comfortable work environment, potential for career advancement, and the ability to impact society through their projects as well as Company sponsored activities.
This dedication begins with supporting a work life balance through a generous compensation package that includes: company paid medical, dental, and vision coverage; paid pregnancy disability leave; short- and long-term disability insurance; life insurance; a company-matched 401(k)/Roth; paid time off that includes parental and military leave; employee referral and professional license bonuses and a straight time policy that compensates exempt employees for billable hours worked in excess of 40 billable hours within a work week.
We have also created an internal culture that provides the resources and technology needed to encourage personal and professional growth opportunities through reimbursement for education; a free in-house resource for hundreds of educational and self-enrichment courses; mentorship program; wellness program; Women's Organization and ongoing philanthropic opportunities.
Apply today to learn how you can join our team of professionals, so we can help you Accelerate Your Success!