Right-of-way Specialist II

Right Of Way Agent III

GFT is seeking a Right Of Way Agent III to join our Practice or CBG Team in Columbus, Ohio! This role follows a hybrid work model, requiring regular attendance at our Columbus, Ohio office.

Working on the Transportation team at GFT offers the opportunity to engage in transformative projects that enhance transportation infrastructure and improve community connectivity. Whether working on highways and bridges or traffic engineering, our team excels in resilient, sustainable design and construction, delivering innovative solutions that address the complexities of modern, multimodal roadway systems and ensure safe, efficient, and reliable travel for all.

What you'll be challenged to do:

The Right Of Way Agent III should be a self-starter with a desire to take on project responsibilities, including assisting with real estate project management, document preparation, researching titles, negotiating property acquisitions, managing relocations, and performing closings for publicly funded infrastructure projects. This role offers an excellent opportunity to grow and advance within the field of project management.

In this capacity, the successful candidate will be responsible for the following:

• Project Management and assisting leadership with duties with a desire and aptitude to advance into additional project management responsibilities.
• Proven technical excellence.
• Capable of reading Real Estate documents and legal descriptions.
• Ability to understand the objectives of the company and uphold organizational values.
• Relay company goals and direction to team members.
• Ensure all work complies with applicable laws, rules, regulations, policies and procedures
• Maintain excellent external client and industry relations
• Oversee and prepare right-of-way title research, negotiations, closings, relocations and preparation of real estate documents
• Direct and conduct the preparation of communications for property owners and their representatives for the acquisitions
• Attend meetings and meet off-site with property owners
• Must be willing to travel locally and regionally and be open to a flexible work schedule.
• Ability to interact professionally and effectively with staff and clients and work effectively in a multi-office environment.
• Highly organized with the ability to handle multiple tasks concurrently, prioritize work, and work under tight deadlines.
• Excellent communication skills, written and verbal.
• Actively engages multiple perspectives when solving problems, seeks to learn from peers, and encourages reciprocal learning among team members.

What you will bring to our firm:

• At least 8 years of relevant work experience with right-of-way acquisition and/or relocation, familiarity with the Uniform Relocation Act and eminent domain proceedings, and/or professional real estate practices. Experience will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis.
• Project experience with Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) and local Ohio clients.
• Minimum ODOT prequalification's in project management, closing, negotiation, title research, relocation and value analysis desired.
• Valid Driver's License.
• Bachelor's degree in real estate, Business Administration, or other relevant degree programs. Experience may be substituted for education on a case-by-case basis.
• High School Diploma
• Proficient with MS Office Suite (Outlook, Word, and MS Excel) and other electronic software as needed.

Compensation:

The salary range for this role is $80,000 - $120,000. Salary is dependent upon experience and geographic location.

Featured Benefits:

Hybrid (in-person and remote) work environment.

Comprehensive benefits package including wellness programs, parental leave, and pet insurance, in addition to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance.

Tax-deferred 401(k) savings plan.

Competitive paid-time-off (PTO) accrual.

Tuition reimbursement for continued education.

Commitment to professional development, access to internal and external training programs, and support of active participation in professional organizations.

Incentive compensation for eligible positions.

Location: Columbus, OH Core Business Hours: 8:00 AM 5:00 PM Employment Status: Full-Time

GFT: Ingenuity That Shapes Lives is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veterans' status or other characteristics protected by law.