Real Estate Specialist

Real Estate SpecialistAre we the road to your future?We are currently searching for an experienced Real Estate Specialist to support our Midwest Region located in Owensboro, KY or Evansville, IN. This is a remote work opportunity.To be considered for this position, applicants must have, at minimum, a high school diploma or equivalent.What you’ll be doing:Perform title search updates as needed to determine ownership of real estate and encumbrances on propertyDocument preparation as needed for the acquisition of real estate rights to permit the client to construct their projectsNegotiates for acquisition of land rightsNegotiates the settlement of property owner damage claims that result from construction of projectsPrepares, assembles, delivers hard copy of file correspondence, transfer documents, land agent contact notes for company and acquiring authorityMust be able to prioritize and handle multiple projects concurrently using exceptional organizational skillsCommunicate and obtain drafted documents for due diligence purposes related to the underlying real estateMaintains files of real estate documentsPerform additional responsibilities as requested or assignedWhat you need to have:0 - 3 years of experience in Right of Way or real estateMust have strong analytical skills and communication skillsWorking knowledge of Microsoft office suiteKY real estate license and notary commission preferredAbility to pass a pre-employment drug screening to ensure a safe and productive work environment. Volkert adheres to federal guidelines, which may include testing for substances such as marijuana. Please note that federal regulations may differ from state-specific guidelinesValid driver’s license and a satisfactory motor vehicle report (MVR)Why Volkert?Volkert is employee owned and a Top 100 design firm, committed to providing clients with creative solutions for sustainability, including improvements to infrastructure, the environment, and natural resources. Founded in 1925, Volkert is celebrating a century of serving our employees, clients, partners, and communities.Key Benefits:Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)Medical, Dental, & Vision401(k) retirement savings plan + employer matchingPaid Time Off (PTO) and holidaysEmployer-Paid Life/AD&D insuranceEmployer-Paid short-term disability and long-term disabilityWellness incentivesStudent Debt Retirement MatchAdditional voluntary benefitsThe words from our Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive Officer, Thomas A. Hand, PE, capture best how you can make an impact while working for Volkert.“For a century, Volkert has done meaningful work that improves our infrastructure and quality of life throughout our communities. We are proud of our one-hundred-year legacy and humbled by the opportunities ahead of us as we look forward to our next century of service. With our commitment to employee ownership and sustainable growth, you can build a career here that really makes a difference.”– Thomas A. Hand, PE, Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive OfficerEOE-Race/Sex/Vets/DisabledVolkert does not accept unsolicited resumes from headhunters, recruitment agencies or fee-based recruitment services.