Right of Way Agent - Tulsa, OK

ORC is seeking a full-time, exempt Right of Way Agent to work on projects in Oklahoma. The selected candidate must reside within a 1-hour commute of Tulsa, OK or Oklahoma City, OK and can expect to report to ORC's Tulsa, OK office as requested.

The Right Work. The Right People. The Right Culture.

Right of Way is where infrastructure meets innovation-shaping roads, utilities, and communities for the future. At ORC, we offer more than a job-we offer purpose, stability, and growth. Join a team that values collaboration, respects your work-life balance, and empowers you to make a lasting impact.

What you will be doing:

As a Right of Way Agent, you will provide land acquisition services, per project guidelines and regulations throughout the right-of-way project lifecycle in support of the Project Manager (PM), or members of the project team. This includes reviewing and correcting title takeoff, construction plans, and Right-of-Way documents, preparing and submitting Waiver Valuation Forms, and delivering property rights documents to owners and their representatives for the acquisition of right of way. Candidate will maintain documentation of contacts, conduct final title checks, and handle back taxes. Candidate will secure parcels with approved counteroffers, provide weekly status reports, attend field reviews, and ensure removal of compensated items. Candidate will also handle Release of Damages and upload offer letters and submit counteroffers. You will be responsible for performing general administrative work including but not limited to mailing notification letters to mortgage companies, filing deeds, verifying addresses for condemnation parcels, organizing packets, and submitting vendor form packets to expedite payments.

We are looking for someone who:

• Manages deadlines and prioritizeseffectively.
• Has a responsible and organized approach to work.
• Is approachable and comfortable interacting with people from all walks of life.
• Communicates clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Is a problem solver with attention to detail and strong negotiation skills.
• Works independently and as part of a team.

What we are offering:

• Generous base pay
• Health, dental, and vision benefits
• 401K and disability coverage
• PTO, sick time, and holidays
• Tuition reimbursement and professional training
• Recognition programs, growth opportunities, and a family-friendly atmosphere
• Stable and steady work

Here are the minimum Requirements:

• Minimum of three (3) years of right of way acquisition experience
  
  
  
  • Must include experience utilizing negotiation skills on highway/road projects
  
  
  
  
• R/W-NAC certification
• Must be proficient with MS Office Suite, specifically Excel, Word, Outlook, and Dropbox
• Must have an iOS or Android smartphone to be able to access ORC's systems
• Valid Driver's License

Bonus Points if you have aRight of Way Relocation Assistance Certification,IRWA education requirements and/or relocation experience!

Per diemand Relocation not provided

ORCis one of America's most respected right-of-way acquisition firms. Our services not only include providing outsourced right-of-way services to public agencies, but also electric transmission, oil and gas pipelines, fiber optic, and sewer and water infrastructure. We are excited to be part of the renewable energy forefront for wind and solar projects.

Employees must avoid any relationship or activity that might impair, or even appear to impair, their ability to make objective and fair decisions when performing their jobs. To avoid conflicts of interest, employees are prohibited from performing any services for clients or perceived clients during nonworking time that are normally performed by ORC, including the sale of real estate.

Physical Requirements: English language proficient. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to clearly communicate and exchange information in person, via phone and email. Substantial repetitive movements of the wrists, hands and/or fingers due to high computer usage and typing. Expected to spend long spans of time in front of a computer screen. Able to read, understand and interpret department related documents and data. The employee is required to move about inside the office to access files, office equipment and to interact with other members of the staff. This role requires the employee to occasionally travel to meet with clients or vendors which involves time driving; sometimes for long durations. While meeting with clients and vendors, will need to be outdoors traversing different types of landscapes. May be exposed to the elements (heat, rain, snow, cold).

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