• Right Of Way Agent

    Actalent (New Albany, OH)


    Right of Way Agent

     

    The Right of Way Agent plays a crucial role in project coordination, easement acquisition, title research, and damage negotiation, while also fostering strong customer relationships. This position involves supporting critical engineering and sciences initiatives that enhance service delivery on a global scale.

    Responsibilities

    + Acquire land, land rights, licenses, leases, permits, and other documents essential for the construction, operation, and maintenance of electric transmission lines and/or distribution facilities.

    + Prepare, maintain, and update property owners' files, right of way maps, records, drawings, exhibits, and progress reports.

    + Serve as an expert witness and collaborate with legal counsel and project management in selecting witnesses and commissioners for condemnation or other court actions.

    + Conduct complex negotiations with landowners or their representatives for acquiring rights related to the construction, reconstruction, enlargement, or maintenance of electric transmission and/or distribution facilities.

    + Resolve complex damage claims with landowners or their representatives concerning property damage incurred during the construction, reconstruction, enlargement, maintenance, or removal of transmission and/or distribution facilities.

    + Research courthouse and other records to ascertain current property ownership and the extent of interests involved.

    + Stay informed about real estate values and recognized real estate appraisal practices; provide guidance in establishing fair market value ranges for land and land rights acquisition.

    + Draft and prepare documents such as rights of entry, damage claims, contracts, easements, licenses, leases, permits, and options to purchase, utilizing the Transmission document database (TransROW).

    + Participate in public meetings and informational hearings as necessary.

    + Undertake additional responsibilities and projects as required, maintaining close communication with personnel.

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $26.92 - $28.85/hr.

     

    Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

     

    • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

     

    Workplace Type

     

    This is a hybrid position in New Albany,OH.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Jun 11, 2025.

    About Actalent

    Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

     

    The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

     

    If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email [email protected] (%[email protected]) for other accommodation options.