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Core Competencies
Role fitCore Competencies
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Demonstrates expertise in right-of-way acquisition strategies, project management, and regulatory compliance, while effectively leading teams and engaging with stakeholders to ensure successful project outcomes.
Highest-signal resume keywords
Right-Of-Way AcquisitionProject ManagementRegulatory ComplianceNegotiation SkillsStakeholder Engagement
ATS Keywords
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Hard Skills
Right-Of-Way Acquisition ProcessesLand Use PlanningProject SchedulingBudget ManagementDocumentation ManagementRisk MonitoringPublic Meeting FacilitationTraining and Development
Soft Skills
Communication SkillsInterpersonal SkillsLeadership Skills
Tools & Technologies
Project Management Software
Certifications & Qualifications
Right-Of-Way Professional (RWP)Senior Right-Of-Way Agent (SR/WA)Project Management Professional (PMP)
Industry Keywords
Federal RegulationsState RegulationsLocal RegulationsCommunity EngagementEnvironmental Assessment
Tech Stack
Tools & technologiesPMP
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Develop and implement comprehensive right-of-way acquisition strategies aligned with project goals and timelines.
- Coordinate with engineers, environmental specialists, government agencies, landowners, legal teams, utility companies, and community groups.
- Manage project schedules, budgets, resources, milestones, and deliverables.
- Serve as the primary point of contact for internal and external stakeholders.
- Conduct public meetings and hearings to present project plans and address community concerns.
- Lead and mentor right-of-way/relocation agents, planners, and support staff.
- Provide training and development opportunities to enhance team capabilities and regulatory compliance.
- Promote STV visibility and support team career development through industry organizations, presentations, and papers.
- Lead the right-of-way acquisition process from initiation to completion.
- Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local right-of-way acquisition and relocation regulations.
- Coordinate acquisition agents, relocation agents, appraisers, title research, and environmental assessment processes.
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date project documentation and records.
- Prepare reports and presentations for senior management and regulatory agencies.
- Monitor and report project progress, risks, and issues, implementing corrective actions as needed.
Requirements
What you’ll need- Bachelor’s degree in urban planning, Real Estate, Civil Engineering, or a related field.
- Minimum of 8-12 years of experience in right-of-way acquisition, land use planning, or related fields.
- In-depth knowledge of federal, state, and local regulations related to right-of-way acquisition processes.
- Excellent negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills.
- Proficient in project management software and tools.
- Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and work under tight deadlines.
- Professional certification in right-of-way (RWP, SR/WA) or project management (PMP) is a plus.
Benefits
Comp & perks- Health insurance, including an option with a Health Savings Account
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Flexible Spending Accounts (Healthcare, Dependent Care and Transit and Parking where applicable)
- Disability insurance
- Life Insurance and Accidental Death & Dismemberment
- 401(k) Plan
- Retirement Counseling
- Employee Assistance Program
- Paid Time Off
- Paid Holidays
- Back-Up Dependent Care
- Parental Leave
- Continuing Education Program
- Professional Licensure and Society Memberships