Right of Way Agent

Colliers Engineering & Design is seeking a highly-motivated Right of Way Agent for its Land Services Division in our New York offices, with a broad knowledge of procedures used to acquire real property interests for land services projects. This is a full time, permanent position supporting many projects concurrently. The successful candidate is able to multi-task and is adept at producing accurate project deliverables on short notice.

This position is advertised as remote, with the expectation of living and residing in the state of New York, closest to one of our various office locations. Our New York office locations include Albany, Syracuse, Rochester, Buffalo, Binghamton, Newburgh, Valhalla, New York, and Melville! An active New York State Real Estate License is required for this position in addition.

• Provide easement and/or land acquisition on assigned projects.
• Have general understanding of notary laws and land rights.
• Prepare offer packages and closing packages.
• Present and negotiate offers to impacted property owners while establishing a positive rapport with each tract owner.
• Lease agreement negotiation experience a plus.

• Minimum a High School Diploma or equivalent.
• IRWA certifications a plus.
• New York Real Estate License required.
• 2-3 years of transportation right of way acquisition experience a must.
• Must have a valid driver's license and valid car insurance.
• Must be able to acquire a notary within 45 days (about 1 and a half months) of employment.
• Excellent written and verbal communications skills. Should be comfortable interacting with diverse groups of people.
• Training or mentoring of entry level staff a plus.
• Local municipality right of way experience a must.
• NYSDOT right of way experience a plus.
• Can work independently.
• Must be proficient with MS Office Suite, specifically Excel, Word and Outlook, Google Earth and databases such as SharePoint or equivalent.
• Demonstrated organizational, planning and negotiation skills.
• Analytical skills and ability to solve problems under pressure.
• Excellent customer service skills; in person and over the phone with internal and external customers and clients.
• Ability to engage in small talk and talk to strangers (over the phone and in person).
• Ability to work efficiently and effectively under tight deadlines, as well as balance multiple projects by prioritizing effectively.
• Previous DOT or local governemnt transportation experience required.
• Familiarity with working within Uniform Act guidelines.
• Ability to read, write, and understand English for purposes of comprehending written job-related communications and verbal instructions and interactions.

Please note, this position requires a pre-employment drug screen and will require ongoing participation in the employer's annual drug and alcohol testing program.

Compensation: $60,000 to $75,000 per year (depending on qualifications)

At Colliers Engineering & Design, our people are our most important resource. That's why we are committed to providing all our employees with a safe, comfortable work environment, potential for career advancement, and the ability to impact society through their projects as well as Company sponsored activities.

This dedication begins with supporting a work life balance through a generous compensation package that includes: company paid medical, dental, and vision coverage; paid pregnancy disability leave; short- and long-term disability insurance; life insurance; a company-matched 401(k)/Roth; paid time off that includes parental and military leave; employee referral and professional license bonuses and a straight time policy that compensates exempt employees for billable hours worked in excess of 40 billable hours within a work week.

We have also created an internal culture that provides the resources and technology needed to encourage personal and professional growth opportunities through reimbursement for education; a free in-house resource for hundreds of educational and self-enrichment courses; mentorship program; wellness program; Women's Organization and ongoing philanthropic opportunities.

Apply today to learn how you can join our team of professionals, so we can help you Accelerate Your Success!