Right of Way Agent jobs in Louisiana

Right of Way Agent prepares organization's need for additional land or office space. Researches, negotiates and elects to purchase short- and long-term lease of land agreements and right of way for construction that meet the organization's goals. Being a Right of Way Agent handles all land related legal issues, including transfers of titles and deeds, construction, mortgage concerns, and zoning. Prepares resolutions and other legal forms related to land acquisitions. Additionally, Right of Way Agent may require a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to a supervisor or manager. The Right of Way Agent contributes to moderately complex aspects of a project. Work is generally independent and collaborative in nature. To be a Right of Way Agent typically requires 4 to 7 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Right of way agent
  • Entergy
  • Charles, LA FULL_TIME
  • JOB SUMMARY / PURPOSE

    In this role the Right-of-Way (ROW) Agent, hereinafter referred to as Agent, will support the Manager of Distribution ROW within Entergys Power Delivery (PD) business unit.

    The Agent will assist in the : development of contract-labor & property-acquisition cost / schedule estimates, development of project specific scopes of work, , and the tracking / reporting of project specific financials.

    In addition, the Agent will support the Distribution Reliability organizations requests including but not limited to letters of no objection, ingress / egress matters, and various permit requests.

    The Agent will interface and partner with internal stakeholders including Distribution ROW Agents, Project Management, Construction Management, Project Controls, Legal, Environmental, Engineering, Telecom, Industrial Accounts, Supply Chain Representatives, Customer Service Representatives, and their counterparts in Transmission ROW.

    The Agent is also expected to actively participate in corporate, business unit, workgroup, and incident-management (i.e.

    storm recovery) initiatives as requested by the Manager of Distribution ROW.

    JOB DUTIES / RESPONSIBILITIES :

    Project Delivery : Develop labor and acquisition cost estimates for distribution projects assigned to the Power Delivery business unit for execution.

    Utilize labor cost estimated to manage the availability of contract resourcesAssist in distribution route selection.Coordinate permissions for boundary survey(s), soil borings, environmental assessment, and cultural assessment.

    Develop initial compensation offers.Oversee and provide quality assurance / quality control for easementsCoordinate necessary information to obtain permitsProcess payments to landowners and service providersOversee the recordation of easements with Parish / County clerks of court and ensure recordation documents are maintained according to Entergys document retention plan.

    Produce project status reports for key customersVerify contactor invoices and process for paymentAbility to develop key internal and external relationships to ensure project success

    Distribution Reliability : Develop labor and acquisition cost estimates for distribution assigned to the Power Delivery business unit for execution.

    Utilize labor cost estimated to manage the availability of contract resourcesAssist in route selection Develop cost estimate, and refine / revise project scope and schedule if necessarySupport Acquisition Specific Activities : Boundary Survey / Soil Boring / Environmental / Cultural Access PermissionPerform preliminary courthouse title research on each tractPerform internal archive research utilizing Entergys document management systemBoundary Survey DevelopmentComparable Sales / Market Analysis Report / Representative AppraisalsDevelop initial compensation offers Preparation of documentation for landowner including Landowner Bill of Rights where applicable Preparation of right of way instruments / agreements for acquisition, peripheral agreements, finalize negotiation with landownerPreparation of Final Offer LettersProcess payment to landowners and / or service providers.

    Coordinate necessary information to obtain permitsSupport Pre-construction activities.Produce project status reports for key customersOversee the recordation of easements with Parish / County clerks of court and ensure recordation documents are maintained according to Entergys document retention plan.

    Assist in landowner damage claims as necessary including but not limited to negotiation and payment processing / review.Verify contactor invoices and process for paymentAbility to develop key internal and external relationships to ensure project success

    Responsibilities as a member of the Power Delivery business unit : Actively participate in safety related initiatives, continuous improvement initiatives, and Diversity and Belonging (DIB) initiativesParticipate in all business unit and work group specific staff meetings and conferences.

    MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS :

    Minimum Education :

    • High school diploma or equivalent work experience.
    • Preferred : Bachelor's Degree in Real Estate, Land Management, or Business.

    Minimum Experience : ROW Agent I :

    ROW Agent I :

    • 0-3 years of experience, internal or external
    • Responsible for performing basic right-of-way acquisition duties, such as researching property ownership, assisting in the preparation of legal documents, and coordinating property inspections
    • May assist in negotiations with property owners for the acquisition of property rights
    • Shows potential for developing key internal and external relationships to ensure project success
    • Requires a high school diploma or equivalent, as well as some related experience or training

    ROW Agent II :

    • 3-5 years of experience, internal or external
    • Responsible for coordinating with contract partners, property appraisals, negotiating with property owners for the acquisition of property rights, and preparing legal documents
    • May provide guidance and training to ROW Agent 1
    • Verify and process invoices from contract partners
    • Verify and process payments to customers and service providers
    • Ability to develop key internal and external relationships to ensure project success
    • Requires a bachelor's degree and / or several years of related experience

    ROW Agent III :

    • 5-7 years of experience, at least 2 internal
    • Responsible for managing complex right-of-way acquisition projects, including coordinating with project managers, contract partners, and ensuring compliance with all regulations and laws
    • Ability to assist in distribution line site selection
    • Ability to produce estimates including all costs associated with DROW
    • Provide guidance and training to ROW Agent 1 & 2
    • Oversee property appraisals, negotiate with property owners for the acquisition of property rights, and prepare legal documents
    • Verify and process invoices from contract partners
    • Familiarity with condemnation process and applicable regulations
    • Ability to resolve conflict in contentious circumstances with landowners
    • Requires a bachelor's degree in a related field and / or extensive related experience

    Senior ROW Agent :

    • 7 years of experience, at least 4 internal
    • Responsible for overseeing the entire right-of-way acquisition process including resource management, estimating, and reporting.
    • Ability to produce estimates including all costs associated with DROW
    • Leadership role in development and execution of continuous improvement initiatives
    • Established key internal and external relationships with a track record of project success
    • Advanced ability to resolve conflict in contentious circumstances with landowners
    • Thorough knowledge and understanding of condemnation process and applicable regulations
    • Mentor ROW Agents 1-3 and provide guidance and training as needed
    • Verify and process invoices from contract partners
    • Identify and recruit additional contract resources as needed for workload distribution
    • Requires a bachelor's degree in a related field and / or extensive related experience, including leadership experience

    Minimum Knowledge, Skills and Abilities :

    • History of safe performance, active safety involvement and participation and strong desire for a safer workplace.
    • Strong Negotiation, Interpersonal & Group Communication skills.
    • Strong Planning Organization Time Management skills.
    • Strong Computer skills and proficient in Microsoft Office software (Word, Excel & Outlook, Power Point).
    • Basic knowledge of electric transmission-line / substation lay-out and design concepts as well as construction & maintenance practices.

    Any Certificates, Licenses, etc.

    Preferred : Training or education in leadership, project management, real estate, property law, property appraisal, negotiating, persuasive writing, interpersonal communications, and conflict resolution.

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    Primary Location : Louisiana-Lake Charles Louisiana : Lake Charles Louisiana : Lafayette

    Job Function : Professional

    FLSA Status : Power Delivery

    Relocation Option : Level II

    Union description / code : NON BARGAINING UNIT

    Number of Openings : 1

    Req ID : 114258

    Travel Percentage : Up to 25%

    An Equal Opportunity Employer, Minority / Female / Disability / Vets. Please click to view the EEI page, or see statements below.

    EEO Statement : The Entergy System of Companies provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a protected veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.

    The Entergy System of Companies complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.

    This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

    Improper interference with the ability of the Entergy System of Company employees to perform their expected job duties is absolutely not tolerated.

    Accessibility : Entergy provides reasonable accommodations for online applicants. Requests for a reasonable accommodation may be made orally or in writing by an applicant, employee, or third party on his or her behalf.

    If you are an individual with a disability and you are in need of an accommodation for the recruiting process please click and provide your name, contact number, the accommodation requested and the requisition number that you are requesting the accommodation for.

    Employee Services will contact you regarding your request.

    Additional Responsibilities : As a provider of essential services, Entergy expects its employees to be available to work additional hours, to work in alternate locations, and / or to perform additional duties in connection with storms, outages, emergencies, or other situations as deemed necessary by the company.

    Exempt employees may not be paid overtime associated with such duties.

    Entergy Pay Transparency Policy Statement : The Entergy System of Companies (the Company) will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant.

    However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the Companys legal duty to furnish information.

    41 CFR 60-1.35(c). and .

    Pay Transparency Notice :

    WORKING CONDITIONS :

    As a provider of essential services, Entergy expects its employees to be available to work additional hours, to work in alternate locations, and / or to perform additional duties in connection with storms, outages, emergencies, or other situations as deemed necessary by the company.

    Exempt employees may not be paid overtime associated with such duties.

    Please note : Authorization to work in the United States is a precondition to employment in this position. Entergy will not sponsor candidates for work visas for this position.

    Last updated : 2024-03-22

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Utilities Right of Way Agent
  • ORCUI Utility Division
  • Shreveport, LA FULL_TIME
  • Picture yourself in an amazing work environment surrounded by a vibrant team that is not only there to challenge and support you, but also will inspire you every day! Leadership is transparent, flexib...
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Right of Way Acquisition Agent - Shreveport LA
  • Percheron Operating
  • Shreveport, LA FULL_TIME
  • Job Description: Percheron is looking for an experienced Right of Way Acquisition Agent that is local to the Shreveport LA area. Must be willing to work on a 5-day work week. Per diem is available if ...
  • 10 Days Ago

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Utilities Right of Way Agent - Shreveport, LA
  • O.R. Colan Associates (ORC)
  • Shreveport, LA FULL_TIME
  • Job Type Full-time Exemption Type Exempt Location Shreveport, LA 71101 US (Primary) Category Industry Professional Travel 50% Job Description Picture yourself in an amazing work environment surrounded...
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Right of Way Regulatory Permit Agent - Lake Charles, LA
  • Percheron Operating
  • Lake Charles, LA FULL_TIME
  • Job Description: Percheron is looking for an experienced Right of Way Regulatory Permit Specialist to support non-environmental permit efforts out of our field office in Lake Charles, LA. Per diem is ...
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Mowing Pipeline Right of Way
  • Vantage Industrial Services
  • Port Allen, LA FULL_TIME
  • Duties/Responsibilities: Directs the movement of equipment and personnel in the immediate vicinity of the equipment he/she is spotting for. Warns the equipment operator of approach distances to wires ...
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Right-of-Way Agent
  • MasTec Professional Services
  • Manassas, VA
  • Company Summary MasTec Professional Services provides results-driven engineering, design, and integrated services to the...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Right-of-Way Agent
  • JD Ross Energy
  • Tulsa, OK
  • J.D. Ross Energy is hiring a Right of Way Agent in Tulsa, OK. Job Overview: Responsible for managing and coordinating a ...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Right-of-Way Agent
  • Forsyth County, GA
  • Cumming, GA
  • Salary: $46,262.00 - $60,142.00 Annually Location : Cumming, GA Job Type: Full-time Job Number: 03029 Department: Capita...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Right of Way Agent
  • Manpower Albuquerque
  • Albuquerque, NM
  • Job Description Job Description Right of Way Agent Location: Albuquerque, NM Part Time - Monday through Friday Flexible ...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Right of Way Agent
  • La Strada Land Services, LLC
  • Dallas, TX
  • Job Description Job Description Remote Work Opportunity! La Strada Land Services is seeking a seasoned Right of Way Agen...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Right of Way Agent (ROW)
  • Mewbourne Oil Company
  • Hobbs, NM
  • Job Description Job Description Responsible for ROW route planning ensuring that is environmentally acceptable, most cos...
  • 3/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Right of Way Agent I - Ft. Lauderdale, FL
  • Bowman Consulting Group Ltd
  • Fort Lauderdale, FL
  • Purpose Interact and communicate directly with the public daily to support Bowman's continued expansion and growth. Key ...
  • 3/24/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Right of Way Agent I - Ft. Lauderdale, FL
  • Bowman
  • Fort Lauderdale, FL
  • **Description** **Purpose** Interact and communicate directly with the public daily to support Bowmans continued expansi...
  • 3/24/2024 12:00:00 AM

Louisiana is bordered to the west by Texas; to the north by Arkansas; to the east by Mississippi; and to the south by the Gulf of Mexico. The state may properly be divided into two parts, the uplands of the north, and the alluvial along the coast. The alluvial region includes low swamp lands, coastal marshlands and beaches, and barrier islands that cover about 20,000 square miles (52,000 km2). This area lies principally along the Gulf of Mexico and the Mississippi River, which traverses the state from north to south for a distance of about 600 mi (970 km)) and empties into the Gulf of Mexico; ...
Source: Wikipedia (as of 04/11/2019). Read more from Wikipedia
Income Estimation for Right of Way Agent jobs
$74,137 to $92,630

Right of Way Agent in Spartanburg, SC
Maintain a detailed log of all payments * Experience of negotiating damage settlements as required * Support all construction activities as required Public Sector Right of Way Negotiator Agent.
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Right of Way Agent in Petaluma, CA
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