Associate ROW Agent/Right of Way Agent/Sr Right of Way Agent (Hiring Immediately)

BHE GT&S

JOB DESCRIPTION

BHE GT&S has an exciting opportunity as an Associate ROW Agent, Right of Way Agent, or Senior Right of Way Agent at our Greystone location in Columbia, SC.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Negotiates and secures legal land agreements with affected landowners, including private owners, corporations, and government agencies, to permit facilities construction.
• Negotiates, prepares, and secures binding agreements (rights-of-way leases, grants, fee purchases) with property owners.
• Performs title research and investigations.
• Identifies ownership of surface and subsurface real estate interests for affected properties.
• Acts as liaison between landowner and company.
• Inspects property, and utilizes public information and comparable real estate information to determine value.
• Prepares and submits applications for various permits, licenses, and bonds (road/railroad crossings, driveway permits, building permits).
• Investigates damage claims, assesses damages, and negotiates settlements.
• Interprets, creates, and enforces land, leasehold, or easement rights.
• Coordinates efforts with input from inside and outside legal counsel.
• Coordinates procurement of outside land services, as needed, through the preparation of RFPs, analysis of proposals, and awarding of contracts.
• Coordinates efforts of contract land agents on various projects. Manages project land budgets, and prepares regular reports on financial progress.
• Coordinates third-party crossing agreements with utilities, landowners, and agricultural stakeholders requesting access across existing infrastructure.
• Collaborates with Right of Way field personnel, engineering, and operations to ensure all crossing agreements meet CGT standards and compliance requirements.

QUALIFICATIONS

Associate ROW Agent:

Two years of related work experience.

ROW Agent:

At least 3 years' related experience.

Sr. ROW Agent:

At least 5 years' related experience.

All Levels:

• Proficiency in all aspects of land management.
• Demonstrated negotiation skills.
• Ability to assist in developing leasing and land agreement strategies.
• Knowledge of probate, contract, and real estate laws.
• Knowledge of agriculture and forestry practices.
• Knowledge of state and local laws concerning royalty ownership, laws of descent, storage rights, and property rights.
• Knowledge of courthouse record keeping at the county level.
• Ability to complete title searches for determining oil, gas, mineral, surface, and sub-surface rights.
• Ability to identify solutions to resolve conflicts.
• Ability to communicate effectively, speak persuasively, and develop rapport internally and externally.
• Ability to prepare reports, letters and memos, and to maintain documentation.
• Ability to plan, organize, and work independently.
• Ability to perform calculations and land valuations.
• Ability to interpret maps, plats, blueprints, plans, and surveys.
• Ability to operate personal computer.
• Ability to manage multiple projects.
• Working knowledge of pipeline construction practices, storage pool operations, and applicable regulations, including FERC jurisdictional projects and government regulations.

Education

Bachelor (Typically four years of related, progressive work experience would be needed for candidates applying for this position who do not possess a bachelor's degree.)

ABOUT THE TEAM

BHE GT&S is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or religious creed, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status (except as required by law), gender (including gender identity and expression), sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, genetic information, physical or mental disability, veteran or military status, familial or parental status, marital status or any other category protected by applicable local, state or U.S. federal law. Employees must be able to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without an accommodation.

JOB INFO

Job Identification 10005308
Job Category Land (Right of Way Agents)
Posting Date 2026-07-31
Apply Before 2026-08-17T04:00:00+00:00
Job Schedule Full time
Locations 121 Moore Hopkins Ln, Columbia, SC, 29210, US
Relocation Assistance Available for this position dependent upon eligibility requirements
Business Carolina Gas Transmission, LLC

Compensation details: 67100-111000

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