Land Solutions, Right of Way Acquisition Specialist - Illinois

Job Description

Job Description

Who We Are

Atwell, LLC is a bold leader in the consulting, engineering, and construction services industry, delivering a broad range of creative solutions to clients in the real estate & land development, and energy markets. We have a strong national presence and a diverse, award-winning project portfolio. Atwell is a privately owned company, with 2,000+ passionate team members across 75+ locations and growing!

Atwell, LLC is a proud recipient of the following 2025 awards:

• Ten consecutive years in a row as a "Best Place to Work" by Zweig Group (#11)
• Recognized as #70 in the ENR Top 500 Design Firms, ranked in every region
• Recognized in Crain's "Fast 50" as one of the fastest-growing companies (#14)
• Recognized as the 2025 ENR Design Firm of the year for the Southeastern US
  

Atwell is seeking experienced Right of Way Agents to support a large-scale overhead electric transmission project in Central Illinois . This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to critical energy infrastructure while working directly with landowners, project teams, and utility stakeholders throughout the right of way acquisition process.

We are looking for professionals with strong landowner communication skills, electric transmission or linear infrastructure experience, and the ability to work independently in rural project environments. Candidates must have an active Illinois real estate license and be comfortable supporting field-based right of way activities across assigned project areas.

Responsibilities

• Support right of way acquisition activities for 345 kV and 765 kV overhead electric transmission projects
• Conduct landowner outreach and build positive relationships with property owners
• Facilitate property negotiations, easement acquisition, and right of way agreements
• Coordinate with project managers, title resources, survey teams, client stakeholders, and internal land teams
• Review and maintain accurate parcel, landowner, acquisition, and project documentation
• Support surface title, courthouse research, and ownership verification efforts as needed
• Assist with field-based project activities, stakeholder engagement, and issue resolution
• Track project updates, landowner communications, and acquisition progress in internal systems
• Travel throughout assigned project areas in Central Illinois as needed

Qualifications

• Active Illinois Real Estate License required
• Prior right of way, land acquisition, easement acquisition, or landowner negotiation experience required
• Experience supporting electric transmission, utility, pipeline, renewable energy, or other linear infrastructure projects preferred
• Strong communication, negotiation, documentation, and relationship-building skills
• Ability to work independently in rural communities and field-based project environments
• Comfortable coordinating with landowners, project teams, title resources, and client stakeholders
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Active Notary Public commission preferred, or ability to obtain quickly
• Willingness to travel throughout Central Illinois as project needs require

Preferred Backgrounds

• Overhead electric transmission projects
• 345 kV or 765 kV transmission experience
• Utility right of way acquisition
• Easement acquisition and landowner negotiations
• Pipeline or other corridor-based infrastructure
• Utility-scale energy projects
• Rural landowner engagement
• Surface title, courthouse research, and parcel documentation support

Disclaimer

While AI tools may support your application process, this role is built on human talent. Your judgment, experience, and character matter most, so we encourage you to showcase what makes you uniquely you.

Atwell does not accept unsolicited resumes from any 3rd party agencies. No fee will be paid to 3rd parties who submit unsolicited resumes to any Atwell employee. Resumes from approved vendors must be specifically requested by Atwell and approved by the Atwell Talent Acquisition Team.

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Pay Range

$35—$40 USD

Atwell Benefits: To attract and retain the best professionals in the industry, we aim to provide an excellent working environment and a progressive benefits program designed to support your personal and professional needs.

Work/Life:

• Generous Paid Time Off
• Paid Parental Leave
• Flexible work schedules are available for some positions
• Tenure Awards — Travel Vouchers to see the world based on your travel preferences

Compensation:

• Competitive Compensation packages
• Annual bonuses, spot bonuses and peer recognition awards
• 401K match - 1:1 up to 4% of compensation
• Tuition Assistance
• Student Loan Repayment
• Paid Licensing / Certification Fees and Renewals
• Financial Rewards for Obtaining Licensure
• Employee Referrals
• Annual Wellness Reimbursement for anything wellness related (Gym memberships, fitness tracker, home gym equipment, etc.)
• Dependent Care Match

'Atwell'ness:

• Medical (BC/BS), Dental (Delta), and Vision (VSP)
• Family Planning & IVF Benefits
• Pet Insurance
• Health Savings Account & Flex Spending Account options
• Employer paid LTD, STD, and life insurance
• Metlife Supplemental Benefits covering accident, hospitalization, and critical illness
• Member Assistance Program (MAP) with complimentary counseling sessions, legal benefits, financial consultations, and work/life referral services