Sr. Land Agent - Acquisition - Fresno County, Ca.

TRC Companies - Fresno, CA

Full-time - Mid Level

Fresno, CA

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

The Sr. Land Agent - Acquisition at TRC Companies, Inc. is responsible for managing right of way (ROW) activities, including property acquisition, negotiation, and documentation. This role requires a comprehensive understanding of real estate transactions, property valuation, and relevant laws, particularly in the context of public utility and infrastructure projects. The position involves collaboration with various stakeholders and requires strong communication and negotiation skills to secure necessary permissions and agreements from landowners and tenants.

Responsibilities

• Assist ROW Supervisor in providing guidance to ROW Agents.
• Secure permission to enter properties from landowners and tenants.
• Negotiate for ROW options, easements, fee interest, and curative documents as directed by the ROW Supervisor.
• Maintain a detailed diary containing the facts of each contact for every property owner and tenant on a project and prepare a detailed weekly activity report.
• Maintain a detailed log of all payments.
• Negotiate Damage Settlements as required.
• Support all construction activities as required.
• Document all ROW activities as required.
• Adhere to project Safety Plan.

Requirements

• California Real Estate License Required
• Associates Degree preferred or relevant experience
• Experience in work related to right of way or real estate services provided to public organizations.
• Broad knowledge of procedures used to acquire real property interests for public utility/infrastructure projects including condemnation.
• Knowledgeable with laws and regulations involving real estate transactions and Eminent Domain.
• Experience as a ROW agent or related ROW position.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office products, including spreadsheet and word processing.
• Detail oriented with excellent analytical and quantitative skills.
• Specialized knowledge in methods and techniques for performing Land Services activities.
• Competent knowledge and skills in land description and terminology, surface and subsurface rights, ROW document analysis, and negotiation skills.

Nice-to-haves

• SR/WA or other IRWA Designation
• Notary Public

Benefits

• 401(k) plan with company match
• Competitive compensation package
• Advancement potential