Right of Way Inspector

About Us National Grid is hiring a Right of Way Inspector for our Land Management department in Syracuse, NY as a Hybrid role. Every day we deliver safe and secure energy to homes, communities, and businesses. We are there when people need us the most. We connect people to the energy they need for the lives they live. Job Purpose Drive engaging, agile, equitable, and cost‑efficient solutions to deliver a clean, fair, and affordable energy future. Partner with National Grid’s stakeholders to develop a safe working environment. Manage third‑party use of the National Grid’s ROWs to ensure they are safe, compatible, and do not negatively impact the environment or our ability to operate and maintain existing and future facilities. Assist with facilitating, overseeing and tracking third‑party occupations and uses within the company’s rights‑of‑way. Be a trusted advisor to internal and external customers by establishing channels of communication and meeting their expectations. Key Accountabilities Keeping the ROW safe, ensuring encroachments and requests are compatible and safe with the rights‑of‑way. Reach out and coordinate with the full design team, engineers and landowners to organize the necessary submittals for Property‑Transaction‑Reviews. Maintain and update Real Property records and GIS systems. Evaluate and prepare an estimate for project related fees required for submittals. Stay in communication with the internal and external stakeholders. Support departmental processes. Respond to simple inquiries about occupancy permits from internal and external clients as well as inquiries requesting third‑party use of lands and rights‑of‑way. Assist in the protection, preservation of company property and property rights. Research, examine and interpret public records and plans at Registries of Deeds, Registries of Probate and other public repositories relative to property ownership, title, and encumbrances. Record company property records at various Registries of Deeds and other venues. Assist with research, investigation to resolve property issues relative to company operations including adequacy of existing rights and property rights restriction lists. Interact with Real Estate, internal and external clients and agencies to facilitate property transaction requests. Prepare and generate various reports associated with right of way activity and project status. Promote and implement best practices in order to ensure all work tasks achieve high productivity and low cost. Field inspections and traveling required. Other duties as assigned. Qualifications Required: Four (4) year degree from an accredited college preferably in Business, Real Estate, Paralegal Studies, Economics, Civil Engineering, Surveying, Criminal Justice, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Minimum four (4) years’ experience in the above related fields. Valid driver’s licence. Demonstrated strong oral and written communication skills including the ability to communicate effectively both internally and externally to the organization; may include negotiation and presentation skills. Ability to prioritise work and manage multiple tasks timely. Proven track record with attention to detail. Strong interpersonal skills. Able to negotiate and resolve conflicts independently. Computer experience, preferably Microsoft Office and project management. Availability for evening and weekend meetings as necessary. Work independently and travel as required; to be less than 75% of time. Preferred: Utility experience desired. Understanding of GIS systems. Ability to react and problem‑solve in safety situations. Understanding of engineering and survey plans, maps, and related design drawings, deeds, and appraisal reports. Ability to research and interpret land and conveyance records. Job Dimensions Management of over 4,000 fee‑owned parcel within NYS. Regional team manages over 44,000 miles of electric line and over 21,400 miles of gas mains. Regional teams manage thousands of land rights, securing and defending rights. Regional teams investigate hundreds of requests for use of company property annually. Salary $$97,000 - $114,000 a year National Grid utilizes an assessment that evaluates the job qualifications/characteristics using AI or statistically based scoring. For more information, please view NYC Local Law 144. This position has a career path which provides for advancement opportunities within and across bands as you develop and evolve in the position; gaining experience, expertise and acquiring and applying technical skills. Candidates will be assessed and provided offers against the minimum qualifications of this role and their individual experience. National Grid is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment regardless of protected class. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. National Grid maintains affirmative action programs for individuals with disabilities and protected veterans. Our employment practices are designed to ensure that all individuals are treated fairly and with respect throughout the hiring process and during employment. National Grid complies with all applicable federal, state, and local anti‑discrimination laws. We are dedicated to fostering a workplace that is free from unlawful discrimination and harassment, and we encourage a culture of respect for all. #J-18808-Ljbffr National Grid