Right of Way Specialist

• Provide real estate support for acquisitions
• Negotiate acquisitions/divestures as needed on various utility projects
• Comply with Federal, State and Local real estate laws
• Prepare required Deeds, Easements, Options, Condemnation Packages and Agreements as necessary
• Conduct property settlements
• Testify as needed in condemnation cases
• Attend project meetings, prepare and provide project updates and meeting minutes
• Prepare Comparable Market Analysis reports and just compensation letters
• Appraisal Reviews
• Research county land records and review title commitments

Required Skills and Experience

• Four (4) years of experience with a condemning authority providing acquisition, relocation assistance or property asset management services
• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Negotiate for the acquisition or sale of real estate
• Assemble and interpret information from a variety of sources
• Prepare comparable market analysis and just compensation reports
• Prepare bid packages, option contracts and condemnation filings
• Communicate effectively as a witness in trials and in public meetings and hearings
• Obtain required project specific state notary public
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, engineers and the general public
• Demonstrate knowledge of the court system, its records and its rules
• Demonstrate knowledge of Federal, State and local real estate laws, standards and guidelines such as the Uniform Relocation and Real Property Acts
• prepare accurate cost estimates
• abstract and interpret real property land titles and financial instruments
• solve real estate related issues
• Interpret maps, deeds, plats and plans
• Experience in a variety of acquisition and relocation projects
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint

Preferred Skills and Experience

• Experience working with Electric Utility projects
• Knowledge of Electric Utility Systems
• Experience reviewing Title Commitments
• General Knowledge of Virginia

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

What We Offer

RK&K offers excellent potential for career advancement and professional growth. We also offer attractive compensation packages commensurate with experience and a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Paid time off
• Matching 401(k) plan
• Paid Holidays
• Tuition reimbursement
• Health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurances
• Paid parental leave
• Wellness programs and employee resource groups
• Career Development
• Much, much more!

Why RK&K?

As a full-service engineering and construction management firm, RK&K gives you the opportunity to directly impact the communities in which we live and work. What sets RK&K apart is an award-winning culture that has fostered a spirit of collaboration and trust for over 100 years. To its clients, the firm delivers concepts, processes, and outcomes that are designed for success. RK&K has earned its reputation as a trusted partner, responsive employer, and community steward.

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