ROW Specialist

About Us

At HDR, we specialize in engineering, architecture, environmental and construction services. While we are most well-known for adding beauty and structure to communities through high-performance buildings and smart infrastructure, we provide much more than that. We create an unshakable foundation for progress because our multidisciplinary teams also include scientists, economists, builders, analysts and artists. That's why we believe diversity is our greatest strength. HDR is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and an affirmative action employer.

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We believe that the way we work can add meaning and value to the world. That ideas inspire positive change. That coloring outside the lines can illuminate fresh perspectives. And that small details yield important realizations. Above all, we believe that collaboration is the best way forward.

Primary Responsibilities

In the role of ROW Specialist, we'll count on you to:

* Coordinate right-of-way and utility issues for construction projects

* Be proficient with FHWA and Uniform Relocation Act proceedings for transportation projects involving federal funding, as well as the client's policies and procedures, specifically TxDOT

* Take responsibility of oversight and contract administration to ensure compliance with all local, state and federal regulations, contract agreements, and payment of invoices

* Work with others to ensure that all right-of-way acquisition and utility adjustment schedules are met, while complying with all federal, state and local laws and regulations

* Verify parcel on right-of-way plans or plats; verify property owners and the extent of interests; maintain complete and detailed records/files with owner contacts, maps, drawings, exhibits and detailed progress reports

* Prioritize work and perform activities at a high level

* Work independently or closely with a team, confidently with clients, property owners and occupants, and be flexible for travel, as required

* Perform other duties as needed

Required Qualifications

* 5 years of experience with right of way, utility, relocation, property management and FHWA

* Must be familiar with Uniform Relocation Act proceedings, the Eminent Domain Process and Right of Way Acquisitions
* Position requires extensive client relations, strong communication and presentation skills, and the ability to deal with property owners, on a fast-track project

* Must have the ability to understand real estate documents such as title, appraisal, environmental and survey
* Proficient with MS Office

* This position typically requires successfully passing drug-screening procedures prior to being hired thereafter subject to random and cause drug and alcohol testing

* HDR is a drug and alcohol free environment

* An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must

Preferred Qualifications

* Ability to obtain a Texas Real Estate License in six months.

Why HDR

At HDR, we know work isn't only about who you work for it's also about what you do and how you do it. Led by the strength of our values and a culture shaped by employee ownership, we network with each other, build on each other's contributions, and collaborate together to make great things possible. When you join HDR, we give you license to do the same. We help you take charge of your career, giving you multiple growth opportunities along the way.

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