Real Estate Right-of-Way Specialist (ROW)

Description Bolton & Menk has a great opportunity for a Right of Way Specialist to join our team! As a Top Workplace, this is a chance to work with talented professionals and make a lasting impact on the communities we serve. With over 75 years of experience, Bolton & Menk specializes in providing community infrastructure solutions across the Midwest, Southeast, and beyond. We are looking to add a Right of Way (ROW) Specialist who will help foster our mission that All People Should Live in Safe, Sustainable and Beautiful Communities! This role will support transportation, utility, and other infrastructure projects through the acquisition and management of property interests needed for project delivery, while ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local requirements. Responsibilities Supporting right-of-way (ROW) acquisition activities for infrastructure projects, including easements, temporary rights, and property purchases Researching public records to confirm property ownership and reviewing deeds, plats, maps, and title commitments Reviewing project plans to determine property impacts and required ROW needs Preparing parcel files, correspondence, and acquisition documents (e.g., easements, deeds, agreements) Coordinating with project teams, legal staff, and external partners to review documents and resolve discrepancies Assisting with appraisal coordination and preparing documentation for offer packages Processing executed documents for recording and supporting payment tracking Maintaining accurate, organized, and audit‑ready ROW files and trackers Communicating with property owners, agencies, and internal stakeholders to support negotiations and resolve routine inquiries Qualifications Bachelor's Degree in a related field preferred Minimum of two (2) years of experience in real property management or property acquisition Experience negotiating real estate transactions or acquiring property interests (easements, rights‑of‑entry, temporary/permanent acquisitions) Strong understanding of property records, legal descriptions, and acquisition processes Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship‑building skills Ability to manage multiple projects and maintain detailed documentation Certification through the International Right of Way Association (IRWA) preferred Valid driver's license and ability to travel to project sites as needed Salary Range $60,000 – $95,000 depending on years of experience and credentials. Bolton & Menk reserves the right to ultimately pay more or less than the posted range and offer additional benefits and other compensation, depending on circumstances not related to an applicant's sex or other status protected by local, state, and/or federal law. Benefits Competitive compensation plan – overtime compensation available to most employees Discretionary bonuses available to most employees ESOP – Employee ownership (ESOP); 100% company‑paid contributions 401(k) Match Program Paid time off (PTO) Volunteer Time Off (VTO) Six paid company holidays Two floating personal holidays for events that are important in your life Tuition reimbursement Parental leave Short‑term and long‑term disability Dependent care reimbursement Employee assistance program Health insurance Flexible spending account Life insurance Vision insurance We are an Equal Employment Opportunity / affirmative action employer, including disability and veterans. #J-18808-Ljbffr Bolton & Menk, Inc.