What are the responsibilities and job description for the Right of Way Agent position at AtkinsRéalis?
Overview
We are seeking a Right of Way (ROW) Agent to join our team in El Paso, TX. In this position you will support land acquisition, property management, and relocation services for infrastructure and development projects. This role partners closely with project managers, legal counsel, and clients to ensure compliant, efficient, and stakeholder-focused delivery of right-of-way activities.
The ROW Agent plays a critical role in representing the client to property owners, tenants, and external partners, while ensuring alignment with federal and state regulations, including the Uniform Relocation Assistance and Real Property Acquisition Policies Act (Uniform Act).
The Role
Responsibilities
Reporting to a senior technical professional or manager, the ROW Agent is responsible for executing right-of-way activities across the project lifecycle. Key responsibilities include:
You are a detail-oriented and client-focused professional with experience in right-of-way, real estate, or property management. You bring strong communication and negotiation skills, along with the ability to navigate complex and sensitive situations with professionalism and empathy.
Key Qualifications Include
At AtkinsRéalis, our values—Safety, Integrity, Collaboration, Innovation, and Excellence—are more than just words. They are the foundation of who we are and how we work. These principles shape our culture, guide our decisions, and inspire us to create an environment where every team member feels empowered to grow, succeed, and make a meaningful impact.
Depending on your employment status, AtkinsRéalis benefits may include medical, dental, vision, company-paid life and short- and long-term disability benefits, employer-matched 401(k) with 100% vesting, employee stock purchase plan, Paid Time Off, leaves of absences options, flexible work options, recognition and employee satisfaction programs, employee assistance program, and voluntary benefits. You can review our comprehensive benefits page here.
About AtkinsRéalis
We're AtkinsRéalis, a world-class engineering services and nuclear organization. We connect people, data and technology to transform the world's'infrastructure and energy systems. Together, with our industry partners and clients, and our global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers, we can change the world. We're committed to leading our clients across our various end markets to engineer a better future for our planet and its people.
Find out more.
Additional information
Expected compensation range is between $87,000 - $109,000 annually depending on skills, experience, and geographical location.
Are you ready to expand your career with us? Apply today and help us shape something extraordinary.
AtkinsRéalis is an equal opportunity, Drug-Free employer EOE/Veteran/Disability
Please review AtkinsRéalis' Equal Opportunity Statement here.
Applications for this position are accepted on a rolling basis; no application deadline applies.
AtkinsRéalis cares about your privacy and is committed to protecting your privacy. Please consult our Privacy Notice on our Careers site to know more about how we collect, use and transfer your Personal Data. By submitting your personal information to AtkinsRéalis, you confirm that you have read and accept our Privacy Notice.
Note To Staffing And Direct Hire Agencies
In the event a recruiter or agency who is not on our preferred supplier list submits a resume/candidate to anyone in the company, AtkinsRéalis family of companies, we explicitly reserve the right to recruit and hire the candidate(s) at our discretion and without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. https://careers.atkinsrealis.com/recruitment-agencies
We are seeking a Right of Way (ROW) Agent to join our team in El Paso, TX. In this position you will support land acquisition, property management, and relocation services for infrastructure and development projects. This role partners closely with project managers, legal counsel, and clients to ensure compliant, efficient, and stakeholder-focused delivery of right-of-way activities.
The ROW Agent plays a critical role in representing the client to property owners, tenants, and external partners, while ensuring alignment with federal and state regulations, including the Uniform Relocation Assistance and Real Property Acquisition Policies Act (Uniform Act).
The Role
Responsibilities
Reporting to a senior technical professional or manager, the ROW Agent is responsible for executing right-of-way activities across the project lifecycle. Key responsibilities include:
- Supporting land acquisition efforts, including participating in negotiations with property owners in compliance with the Uniform Act
- Preparing acquisition offers, relocation assistance packages, and payment documentation in accordance with federal and state requirements
- Providing relocation advisory services to displaced residents and businesses, including needs assessments, eligibility determinations, and identification of replacement housing or facilities
- Managing sensitive or high-impact acquisitions, including those involving low-income, elderly, or special-needs populations, ensuring equitable treatment and regulatory compliance
- Reviewing deeds, plats, encumbrances, and title records to validate ownership and identify potential acquisition risks or issues
- Preparing and distributing property owner and tenant notification packages
- Conducting property inventories and supporting property management activities (sale, lease, or disposition)
- Maintaining accurate records, including contact logs, title documentation, condemnation support materials, and contract files
- Coordinating and supervising the demolition and removal of property improvements, as required
- Collaborating with internal stakeholders and external partners, including clients, attorneys, government agencies, and real estate professionals
- Providing guidance to junior staff or support personnel on specific assignments as needed
- This role requires the ability to manage assignments of varying complexity, apply sound judgment, and independently execute project tasks under general supervision.
You are a detail-oriented and client-focused professional with experience in right-of-way, real estate, or property management. You bring strong communication and negotiation skills, along with the ability to navigate complex and sensitive situations with professionalism and empathy.
Key Qualifications Include
- Bachelor's degree in Real Estate, Business Administration, or a related field, plus 2 years of relevant professional experience (or 12 years of related experience in lieu of a degree)
- Working knowledge of real estate transactions, title review, and land acquisition processes
- Understanding of the Uniform Act and applicable federal/state regulations is preferred
- Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills
- Ability to exercise independent judgment and manage competing priorities effectively
- High attention to detail with strong organizational and documentation skills
- Ability to build and maintain relationships with diverse stakeholders, including property owners, clients, and public agencies
- Bilingual (Spanish-speaking) ability is high preferred
- Real Estate license or appraisal certification preferred
- Ability to travel to project sites, properties, and government offices as needed
- Valid driver's license with a driving record that meets company policy
- Access to a reliable, insured vehicle may be required
At AtkinsRéalis, our values—Safety, Integrity, Collaboration, Innovation, and Excellence—are more than just words. They are the foundation of who we are and how we work. These principles shape our culture, guide our decisions, and inspire us to create an environment where every team member feels empowered to grow, succeed, and make a meaningful impact.
Depending on your employment status, AtkinsRéalis benefits may include medical, dental, vision, company-paid life and short- and long-term disability benefits, employer-matched 401(k) with 100% vesting, employee stock purchase plan, Paid Time Off, leaves of absences options, flexible work options, recognition and employee satisfaction programs, employee assistance program, and voluntary benefits. You can review our comprehensive benefits page here.
About AtkinsRéalis
We're AtkinsRéalis, a world-class engineering services and nuclear organization. We connect people, data and technology to transform the world's'infrastructure and energy systems. Together, with our industry partners and clients, and our global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers, we can change the world. We're committed to leading our clients across our various end markets to engineer a better future for our planet and its people.
Find out more.
Additional information
Expected compensation range is between $87,000 - $109,000 annually depending on skills, experience, and geographical location.
Are you ready to expand your career with us? Apply today and help us shape something extraordinary.
AtkinsRéalis is an equal opportunity, Drug-Free employer EOE/Veteran/Disability
Please review AtkinsRéalis' Equal Opportunity Statement here.
Applications for this position are accepted on a rolling basis; no application deadline applies.
AtkinsRéalis cares about your privacy and is committed to protecting your privacy. Please consult our Privacy Notice on our Careers site to know more about how we collect, use and transfer your Personal Data. By submitting your personal information to AtkinsRéalis, you confirm that you have read and accept our Privacy Notice.
Note To Staffing And Direct Hire Agencies
In the event a recruiter or agency who is not on our preferred supplier list submits a resume/candidate to anyone in the company, AtkinsRéalis family of companies, we explicitly reserve the right to recruit and hire the candidate(s) at our discretion and without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. https://careers.atkinsrealis.com/recruitment-agencies
Salary : $87,000 - $109,000