Purpose

Interact and communicate directly with the public daily to support Bowman’s continued expansion and growth.

Key Responsibilities

Leadership and Direction 

• Perform work under direct supervision of an experienced professional and follow established procedures and clearly defined processes. Receive direction on all aspects of assignments, specific tasks and how to execute. Work is thoroughly reviewed by more senior staff to ensure application of sound techniques and principles. 

At the Operational and Company Level

• Assist with the marketing of the firm’s capabilities to establish new clients and enhance relationships.

Do the Work

• Perform limited aspects of right-of-way and real estate related activities, assisting in negotiating favorable terms to various land and right-of-way related agreements secured on behalf of the company’s client.
• Identify land ownership from public records.
• Under general supervision, research, review, and analyze land titles of lesser complexity. Seek to identify defects.
• Under general supervision, negotiate the acquisition of right-of-way, easements, and other property interests of lesser complexity, on behalf of the company’s client.
• Under general supervision, review, prepare, analyze, and interpret all Land and Right-of-Way related agreements, deeds, easements, leases, permits, and licenses.
• Maintain up-to-date records of contact attempts and parcel-related data in company database.
• Attend team meetings, as necessary.

Success Metrics and Competencies

Ideal candidate will consistently demonstrate… 

• Strong sense of urgency in responding to constituents. 
• Effective verbal and written communication skills. 
• Strong work ethic and commitment to quality. 
• Strong marketing/business development skills and mindset. 
• Commitment to promoting the reputation of the company through quality of work. 
• Commitment to driving profitability and growth. 
• Effective working relationship with internal leaders and peers, as well as external clients. 
• Commitment to working in partnership with others inside and outside the organization. 
• Ability to effectively manage multiple time-sensitive tasks. 

Education, Work Experience, Licensure/Certifications, and Technical Requirements

• High School diploma or GED required; commensurate relevant experience considered.
• Bilingual abilities required. 
• Minimum of one (1) year of Customer Service or related experience required.
• Entry level position, no prior experience required. Any right of way experience or related activities is a plus.
• Knowledgeable in real estate values and accepted real estate appraisal practices is desired.
• Ability to communicate and negotiate with property owners regarding changes that may affect their property. Clients include homeowners, legal representatives, industry, universities, and utilities.
• Ability to obtain Notary Public designation.
• Solid working knowledge of personal computers, Microsoft Office Suite, Google Earth, ArcGIS and data management software.
• Ability to travel up to 50% of the time during busier periods.
• Satisfactory driving record as determined by the Company and a current, valid State driver’s license. 

Physical Demands and Working Environment 

• Primarily indoor professional office environment which may include bright/dim light, noise, fumes, odors, and traffic. 
• Mobility around an office environment. 
• Frequent and prolonged use of standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines. 
• Occasional lifting or carrying up to 20 pounds.
• Occasional pushing or pulling up to 20 pounds.
• Occasional reaching outward or above shoulder.

Note: While this job description is intended to be an accurate reflection of the job requirements, it is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Management reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties from particular jobs and to assign other duties as necessary at any time with or without notice.

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