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We are currently searching for an experienced Right of Way Agent to support our Carolinas Region located in Raleigh, NC.

To be considered for this position, applicants must have, at minimum, a high school diploma or equivalent.

What you’ll be doing:

Negotiating easement and right-of-way acquisitions
Talking with property owners and public officials and securing the purchase or lease of land for transportation and energy projects
Explaining projects to landowners and getting approvals from landowners for access routes and restoration of roads and surfaces by negotiation
Preparing Deeds and Easements and other legal forms related to land acquisitions
May examine public records to determine ownership and property rights
Maintain up-to-date records of contact attempts with parcel owners
Performing general administrative and clerical work, as necessary, to promote knowledge and assist the Team, and learning applicable regulations, laws, rules, policies, and procedures
Perform additional responsibilities as requested or assigned

What you need to have:

Experience negotiating easement and right-of-way acquisitions
High School diploma or GED required; Bachelor’s degree preferred
NC Real Estate license or the ability to obtain a NC Real Estate license within 6 months of hire date
A minimum of three (3) years of related experience is required in right of way or real estate services
Knowledge of laws and regulations involving real estate transactions
Must possess competent knowledge and skills in land description and terminology, surface and subsurface rights, ROW document analysis, and have excellent negotiation skills
Ability to read and interpret title commitments and right of way plats/plan
Must have strong analytical skills and communication skills
Working knowledge of Microsoft office suite
NC Dept. of Transportation Acquisition/Relocation certifications preferred
NC Notary Commission
IRWA RW, RWA, or SRWA certification is preferred
Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screening to ensure a safe and productive work environment. Volkert adheres to federal guidelines, which may include testing for substances such as marijuana. Please note that federal regulations may differ from state-specific guidelines
Valid driver’s license and a satisfactory motor vehicle report (MVR)

Why Volkert?

Volkert is employee owned and a Top 100 design firm, committed to providing clients with creative solutions for sustainability, including improvements to infrastructure, the environment, and natural resources. Founded in 1925, Volkert is celebrating a century of serving our employees, clients, partners, and communities.

Key Benefits:

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
Medical, Dental, & Vision
401(k) retirement savings plan + employer matching
Paid Time Off (PTO) and holidays
Employer-Paid Life/AD&D insurance
Employer-Paid short-term disability and long-term disability
Wellness incentives
Student Debt Retirement Match
Additional voluntary benefits

The words from our Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive Officer, Thomas A. Hand, PE, capture best how you can make an impact while working for Volkert.

“For a century, Volkert has done meaningful work that improves our infrastructure and quality of life throughout our communities. We are proud of our one-hundred-year legacy and humbled by the opportunities ahead of us as we look forward to our next century of service. With our commitment to employee ownership and sustainable growth, you can build a career here that really makes a difference.”

– Thomas A. Hand, PE, Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive Officer

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Volkert does not accept unsolicited resumes from headhunters, recruitment agencies or fee-based recruitment services.

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