Transportation Real Estate Specialist

Lead right-of-way acquisition efforts for transportation projects across Wisconsin, managing acquisitions from initial landowner contact through negotiations, closing, and relocation support, when applicable. Serve as a primary point of contact for property owners, municipalities, WisDOT, businesses, government agencies, and internal project teams, coordinating meetings with landowners and project stakeholders to support clear communication and timely acquisition decisions. Develop and support acquisition strategies for municipal and WisDOT projects, including acquisition cost estimates, negotiation planning, project records, and schedule coordination, while supporting acquisition activities in accordance with federal relocation and acquisition regulations. Conduct site visits and review plans, plats, maps, title information, and related records to identify right-of-way needs, ownership details, easements, permits, and other land rights. Prepare landowner communications, negotiation files, project documentation, closing materials, and acquisition status updates. Lead acquisition activities, mentor support staff, coordinate with agency clients, and contribute to transportation and infrastructure projects that enhance safety, mobility, and community connectivity throughout Wisconsin. Other duties as assigned. Requirements 2-10 years of applicable U.S.-based work experience in real estate acquisition, negotiation, commercial real estate, survey, title or closing services, public infrastructure, engineering, utilities, or a combination of experience. Experience communicating with property owners, agencies, municipalities, businesses, or project stakeholders in a professional and solutions-focused manner. Ability to review plans, plats, maps, title documents, property records, and acquisition-related documentation. WisDOT-approved Negotiator status, or ability to obtain. Notary Public status, or ability to obtain. Familiarity with WisDOT real estate procedures, eminent domain principles, NEPA, and federal relocation and acquisition regulations is very helpful. Ability to flex hours occasionally, including evenings or weekends, to accommodate landowner availability or project deadlines. Ability to travel primarily within southeastern Wisconsin, with occasional statewide travel depending on project assignments. Core Competencies Demonstrates expertise in right-of-way acquisition, negotiation, and communication with property owners and stakeholders, while ensuring compliance with federal regulations and WisDOT procedures. Capable of developing acquisition strategies and managing project documentation effectively. Highest-signal resume keywords Right-Of-Way Acquisition Negotiation Skills WisDOT Real Estate Procedures Federal Relocation Regulations Property Record Review ATS Optimization Keywords Hard Skills Real Estate Acquisition Negotiation Planning Site Visits Project Documentation Cost Estimation Easement Identification Title Document Review Acquisition Strategy Development Closing Materials Preparation Schedule Coordination Soft Skills Professional Communication Solutions-Focused Approach Mentoring Support Staff Coordination with Stakeholders Flexibility in Hours Certifications & Qualifications WisDOT-Approved Negotiator Status Notary Public Status Industry Keywords Public Infrastructure Commercial Real Estate Eminent Domain Principles NEPA Transportation Projects #J-18808-Ljbffr Jobtailor