• Right Of Way Agent

    Actalent (New Albany, OH)


    Right of Way Agent

     

    The Right of Way Agent provides project coordination, easement acquisition, title research, and damage negotiation, as well as customer relationship building.

     

    • Responsible for the acquisition of land, land rights, licenses, leases, permits, and other documents necessary for the construction, operation, and maintenance of electric transmission lines and/or distribution facilities.

    • Properly prepare, maintain and revise (as needed) of property owners’ files, right of way maps, records, drawings, exhibits and necessary progress reports.

    • Act as an expert witness, assist, and confer with legal counsel and project management in the selection of witnesses and commissioners in connection with condemnation and/or other court actions.

    • Able to handle complicated negotiations with landowners (or their designees) for the acquisition of rights relative to the construction, reconstruction, enlargement, or maintenance of electric transmission and/or distribution facilities and supervise contract agents as required.

    • Able to settle complicated damage claims with landowners (or their designees) relative to property damage caused or created during the construction, reconstruction, enlargement, maintenance, or removal of transmission and/or distribution facilities and supervise contract agents as required.

    • Search courthouse and other records as may be available to determine present property ownership(s) and the extent of interests therein.

    • Remain knowledgeable in real estate values and accepted real estate appraisal practices; advise and assist in establishing a range of fair market values to be used in the acquisition of land and land rights.

    • Draft & prepare documents for rights of entry, damage claims, contracts, easements, licenses, leases, permits, options to purchase and other documents as may be necessary to acquire adequate rights for electric transmission and/or distribution facilities using Transmission document database (TransROW).

    • Conduct and participate in public meetings and informational hearings, as needed.

    • Assume additional responsibilities and projects as required and communicate closely with the personnel.

     

    Additional Skills & Qualifications

     

    + Bachelor's or Associate's degree

     

    Job Type & Location

     

    This is a Permanent position based out of New Albany, OH.

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $28.55 - $38.06/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 Dec 8, 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.