Right-of-Way Agent

Right-of-Way Agent

Snyder & Associates, Inc. is a well-established civil and structural engineering consulting firm known for delivering thoughtful, high-quality solutions to public and private clients. As project demands for right-of-way services continue to grow, we have an immediate need for an experienced Right-of-Way (ROW) Agent to join our firm.

As a ROW Agent with real estate expertise, you will join our team of specialists who focus on municipal, transportation, and water resource projects. Through our flexible management approach, you will be empowered to carve your own path to professional growth through innovation and continuous improvement.

Working closely with the ROW Acquisition Manager, this position is primarily responsible for direct property-owner contact, negotiation, and acquisition documentation to secure property rights for projects.

Responsibilities

This role involves supporting our internal and external clients in the negotiation and acquisition of real estate right-of-way necessary for completion of engineering projects. Responsibilities include:

• Negotiate and facilitate the acquisition of property rights as required by various projects; property rights may include, but are not limited to, rights of entry, temporary or perpetual easements, and fee title
• Research and analyze land ownership documents to prepare land rights and easement grants
• Read and interpret property appraisals, title reports, plans and legal descriptions
• Communicate project details and impacts with property owners and their representatives in an ethical and professional manner, presenting in arranged appointments on-site, virtually, and in public meetings.
• Meet with property owners or their representatives to negotiate and acquire their holdings
• Prepare and/or consummate purchase agreements, deeds, easements, extended occupancy agreements

Qualifications

• Experience with right-of-way acquisition process
• Skilled in negotiation and relationship-building
• Active Iowa real estate license
• Basic knowledge of interpreting and reviewing engineering plans and construction details
• Ability to obtain an Iowa real estate Broker's License if needed

The successful candidate will be goal driven and persistent, with strong negotiation and organizational skills; high attention to details; excellent interpersonal skills; and the ability to manage multiple acquisition assignments and competing priorities.

Snyder & Associates, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws.

Snyder & Associates, Inc. is an E-Verify employer.