Right of Way Agent

Psomas

  • Roseville, CA
  • $85,000-115,000 per year
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 5 days ago
  • Apply easily
Our Survey & Geospatial Team in Roseville has an opportunity for a talented Right of Way Agent. Explore this opportunity with Psomas and apply today!About being our Right of Way AgentAs our Right of Way Agent, you will support public works and infrastructure projects throughout California. This position plays a critical role in ensuring timely, lawful, and fair property acquisitions that support transportation, utilities, and infrastructure development.Responsibility Highlights for our Right of Way Agent
  • Coordinate and manage all phases of ROW acquisition for public infrastructure projects.
  • Interpret right-of-way plans and legal descriptions, work with surveyors, engineers, appraisers, and attorneys.
  • Communicate with property owners, negotiate acquisitions, and prepare settlement documentation.
  • Ensure compliance with the Uniform Relocation Assistance and Real Property Acquisition Policies Act and California Government Code Section 7260 et seq.
  • Oversee or assist with title research, appraisal coordination, and escrow/closing processes.
  • Support condemnation proceedings when necessary, in partnership with legal counsel.
  • Maintain detailed records and prepare documentation for agency audit and legal compliance.
  • Work collaboratively with project managers, engineers, appraisers, attorneys, and public agency representatives.
Minimum Qualifications to be our Right of Way Agent
  • 3 -10 years of direct right-of-way experience, preferably in public infrastructure or capital improvement projects.
  • Active California Department of Real Estate Salesperson License (required).
  • Familiarity with Caltrans Right of Way Manual, local public agency procedures, and eminent domain processes.
  • Experience working on federally funded public projects.
  • Strong working knowledge of real estate laws, title and escrow, and relocation assistance requirements.
  • Excellent negotiation, communication, and documentation skills.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite; GIS/ROW software experience is needed.
  • Must possess a valid California driver's license and be able to travel to project sites as required.
Preferred Qualifications for our Right of Way Agent
  • Active membership or certification with IRWA (International Right of Way Association).
  • Background in appraisal review or support.
  • California Licensed Notary
Highlighted Benefits for our Right of Way AgentEnjoy hybrid and flexible work schedules, an inclusive benefit package providing medical, dental, and vision coverage for employee and qualifying family members, a 401(k) with immediate vested company match and an Employee Stock Ownership Plan that is 100% paid by Psomas!
  • A competitive salary! The expected range for this position is $85k - $115k / salary depending on experience. Compensation may be adjusted for well qualified candidates
  • 8 Paid Holidays & 3 Weeks of PTO
  • Career pathing, training + professional development
Strong History + Bright FutureAs a 100% employee-owned company serving clients throughout the western U.S for over 78 years, Psomas is proud to be an award-winning consulting firm with over 750 employees. Our talented team have an array of skills ranging from construction management, civil engineering, transportation planning, environmental, landscape architecture and urban design, and surveying and geospatial services. We strive for excellence, and welcome candidates of all identities, backgrounds, and perspectives to help us continue evolving as an inclusive, employee first culture. Together, we foster a collaborative work environment, promote teamwork, and provide many opportunities for professional growth and advancement. We are looking for team members that are excited to contribute to our projects and make a positive difference in our local community.We're a fun, rewarding place to work! We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law.Job Posted by ApplicantPro

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