Right-of-Way Agent

Right of Way Specialist

PTS Advance is seeking an experienced Right of Way Specialist to support utility and infrastructure projects by securing property rights, negotiating easements, and managing land-related agreements. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated professional with a background in right of way, real estate, land acquisition, or title research who enjoys working independently while collaborating with project teams and property owners.

Key Responsibilities

• Negotiate right of way easements on behalf of clients.
• Negotiate the removal of encroachments or establish license agreements for encroachments on transmission easements and fee-owned right of way.
• Conduct desktop reviews and field verification of potential encroachments.
• Analyze, prepare, review, and interpret deeds, easements, leases, permits, licenses, and other land and right of way agreements.
• Perform rights and restrictions reviews and real property document research.
• Interpret easement agreements and provide guidance on land rights.
• Support the translation of right of way documentation into stakeholder management databases.
• Conduct document research and maintain accurate project records.
• Effectively manage multiple assignments while meeting project deadlines.
• Provide support to clients and project teams as needed.
• Work independently while collaborating with cross-functional teams.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED with 5 years of relevant experience, or
• Associate's Degree with 3 years of relevant experience, or
• Bachelor's Degree with 2 years of relevant experience.

Required Skills & Experience

• Experience negotiating right of way, easements, or other real estate agreements.
• Ability to read and interpret title reports, appraisal reports, land surveys, deeds, and easements.
• Working knowledge of real estate law and title work.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities while meeting deadlines.
• Experience working with database management systems.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint).
• Valid driver's license and the ability to meet company motor vehicle safety requirements.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Preferred Qualifications

• SR/WA designation or other International Right of Way Association (IRWA) certification.
• Real Estate Broker License or Real Estate Sales License.

Why Join Us?

• Work on impactful utility and infrastructure projects.
• Collaborate with experienced professionals in the right of way industry.
• Opportunity to utilize negotiation, title research, and land management expertise on high-profile projects.
• Competitive compensation based on experience.

Work Authorization: Candidates must be legally authorized to work permanently in the country where this position is located without current or future sponsorship.

PTS Advance is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.