What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lead Right of Way Agent position at Legacy PSG?
INNOVATION - TEAMWORK - EXCELLENCE
Legacy PSG, Inc. is a leading service-based company that provides land acquisition, right of way, construction services and more for our clients. Our team is filled with innovative, diverse, motivated, and experienced individuals who are experts in their fields. Amongst our different service groups and departments, we offer individual services for clients’ specific needs, and work seamlessly together as a whole from the conception of the project to completion. If you are interested in being part of a winning team, Legacy PSG, Inc. is the perfect place to start!
Summary/Objective
Manages and supports multiple ROW Agents. Responsible for identifying and contacting landowners, negotiates and purchases property and easements, re-negotiates existing easement rights and obtains crossing permits from various entities. Regularly coordinates with Project Manager through effective communication and various reports on all field activity. Establishes and maintains professional relationships with key project personnel and serves as liaison between clients and landowners from acquisition through end of construction. Assist with preparation for condemnation process if necessary.
Essential Functions
- Assigns and reviews work of the ROW Agents.
- Tracks and reports acquisition progress.
- Negotiates and purchases permanent easements.
- Negotiates and purchases temporary construction easements.
- Enters all landowner contacts and communications in database.
- Secures crossing permits for roads and railroads.
- Provides condemnation support.
- Must understand real estate practices and state regulations.
- Communicates with Project Manager, Document Supervisor and Title Supervisor
Competencies
- Ability to effectively communicate with landowners.
- Excellent negotiating and document interpretation skills.
- Understand real estate practices and government regulations.
- Excellent computer skills.
- Ability to work independently.
- Attention to detail.
- Organizational Skills.
- Problem Solving/Analysis.
Required Education and Experience
- High school diploma.
- 3 years of Right-of-Way industry experience.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office and Adobe Pro
- Valid driver’s license.
- Texas Real Estate Commission (TREC) license.
