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Your Opportunity

Under the direction of the Right of Way Project Manager, you will possess a good working knowledge of all right of way disciplines; title, permitting, acquisition and documentation. 
The Right of Way Agent opportunity is available in the Richmond office Southwestern Virginia locations.  Stantec is considering all experience levels.

Your Key Responsibilities

Performs right of way title research activities Including the research of records and closings Familiarity of courthouse records, including but not limited to: Deeds, Leases, Easements, Mortgages, Deeds of Trust, Wills, Probate Records, Court Cases, Delinquent Taxes and any other instrument that may affect surface ownership Ability and possessing skills necessary to conduct title searches of up to 100 years Familiarity with online databases and public records to aide in landowner identification and title research (ie. County GIS and other associated databases) Performs thorough quality control (QA/QC) of own work and that of others Prepares reports for weekly project status meetings and reports on the status of right of way acquisition Performs other right of way duties of a similar nature and level as assigned Excellent written and verbal communication skills Exceptional organizational, planning, prioritization skills and attention to detail Analytical, problem-solver, and detail-oriented Must be comfortable using a variety of different technologies. Excellent customer service skills Meeting with customers to secure signed easements

Your Capabilities and Credentials

Thorough understanding of right of way laws Ability to digitally compile title abstracts illustrating a complete chain of title along with pertinent encumbrances that may directly impact proposed surface use Ability to solve problems using sound professional judgement, creativity and innovation Ability to multi-task on various tasks and projects Takes initiative on tasks and in coordinating with other members of the team Ability to participate and collaborate in project team setting, engage in creative and critical thought and effectively communicate concepts and ideas to others Ability to read and interpret complex engineering drawings Ability to read and interpret land survey documents and right of way maps Familiarity with the provisions of the VDOT Right of Way Manual as it applies to the acquisition of property Familiarity with project management cycle Proficiency in MS Office Suite Analyzing titles and title reports; Identifying key information about parcels and communicating such effectively to stake holders Ability to read and understand real estate terminology Ability to ascertain types of title evidence required to obtain descriptions of properties and names involved 50% of your time is spent traveling English language proficient Valid Driver’s License Bilingual (Spanish) a plus

Education and Experience

Technical degree/diploma/certificate or equivalent in related field; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Minimum 1 year of experience within ROW/Title Research

Position will primarily work in an office setting; may require some field work. Employee may drive on company business to deliver plans or documents to reviewing agencies or clients or to attend meetings. Occasionally visits construction sites or works in outside weather conditions.

This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice.

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