Senior Land Acquisitions Agent

Overview

This senior level position is responsible for providing support in acquisition of TxDOT ROW and/or other governmental entities, condemnation (including hearing coordination), and relocation (residential and business).

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Responsibilities

• Provide support in the following areas:
  • Acquisition of TxDOT ROW and/or other governmental entities
  • Condemnation, including hearing coordination
  • Relocation (Residential and Business)
• Ability to take on more complicated acquisitions and larger workloads
• Analyze parcels and ROW maps to evaluate potential conflicts
• Perform technical and administrative work as applicable
• Negotiation for acquisition of real property to achieve closing and meet letting schedule requirements
• Conduct County record searches for property information
• Ability to review title and clear possible curative issues
• May coordinate right-of-way and utility issues for clients - generally related to construction project
• Be familiar with federal, state and industry laws and regulations such as FHWA, FAA, FTA, FRA, FERC and Uniform Relocation Act
• Perform activities to support Real Property Projects such as property assessments, risk analysis, acquisition of needed rights, occupant relocation, property management, construction coordination and utility relocation/coordination
• Ensure schedule and budget performance, while complying with federal, state, and local laws and regulations as well as client's policies and procedures
• Deliver documents and materials within project area as needed/daily.
• Works in office managing/preparing files and documents as well as in the field meeting with property owners.
• Prepares reports and recommendations as directed by project manager.
• Reports to, seeks advice and coordinates with project manager and/or supervisor.
• Maintains complete and accurate files, as appropriate, pursuant to project specific requirements.
• Works efficiently to maximize productivity, quality, and service.
• Responsible for completing assignments within allotted time, and to report exceptions to manager.
• Light travel may be necessary (1-3 overnight stays)
• Must be able to lift small boxes up to 25 pounds

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree preferred or minimum of 5 – 7 years of exp. in similar or like field
• 4 years of experience with Texas Department of Transportation right of way projects with a proficiency in negotiation, relocation, and eminent domain coordination processes in accordance with the Uniform Relocation Act or specific state laws preferred.
• Knowledge of TxDOT policy and proceduresTexas Real Estate license
• IRWA Certifications (SR/WA, R/W-NAC, R/W-RAC, RWP, etc.)
• Valid Driver’s License and proof of auto insurance required.
• Ideal traits: professional, positive; responsible; responsive; highly organized; analytical; excellent interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills.
• Self-starter with excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Demonstrated ability to work in team situations
• Detail oriented, proactive individual who takes ownership of work
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Business Suite, i.e. Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook
• Must be able to work Monday through Friday, 8 am to 5 pm, with occasional overtime as needed

Preferred Qualifications

• Bilingual in Spanish (conversational minimum)

All qualified applicants for Pape-Dawson Engineers will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.