Associate Project Manager - Land Acquisitions

Olsson - Springfield, MO

Full-time - Mid Level

Springfield, MO

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

The Associate Project Manager - Land Acquisitions at Olsson is responsible for supporting clients by acquiring real estate and property rights necessary for expansion and capacity projects. This role involves researching property ownership, preparing agreements and deeds, creating maps, and negotiating with landowners. The position requires managing small to medium-sized projects independently and balancing multiple priorities, with travel required to inspect projects and meet landowners.

Responsibilities

• Research property ownership and prepare various agreements and deeds.
• Create and update maps, exhibits, and kmz files depicting acquisitions.
• Track the progress of acquisitions through databases and matrices.
• Contact and negotiate directly with landowners.
• Manage small to medium-sized projects independently.
• Balance priorities effectively.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree preferred with a minimum of 3 years of experience in real estate acquisitions.
• Strong communication skills.
• Ability to research public land records and prepare agreements and deeds.
• Valid driver's license and ability to comply with motor vehicle policies.
• Ability to obtain a notary public and/or real estate license in Missouri, Arkansas, and other states as needed.
• Experience with survey and title services and ability to interpret them as they apply to acquisitions.
• Experience reviewing engineering design plans related to acquisitions.
• Familiarity with URA guidelines and federal funding projects.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in mergers & acquisitions.
• Certified Notary Public.

Benefits

• Wellness program
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance
• 401(k) matching
• Employee stock ownership plan