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Right of Way Agent - Tennessee - (1455)

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Job Type
Full-time Salary
Exemption Type
Exempt
Location
TN US (Primary)
Category
Industry Professional
Travel
Road Warrior
Compensation Range
$80,000-$90,000 per year
Job Description

Location: Tennesse (candidate will have the flexibility to work out of their home office but must reside within Central, TN)  
Schedule: Full-time, Exempt 
Travel: This is a travel-intensive role; Candidate should expect to spend the majority of their time on the road throughout Tennessee

Why Join ORC?
The Right Work. The Right People. The Right Culture.

Right of Way is where infrastructure meets innovation—shaping roads, utilities, and communities for the future. At ORC, we offer more than a job—we offer purpose, stability, and growth. You’ll join a team that values collaboration, workplace flexibility, and long-term opportunity.

What We Offer

  • Competitive base pay: $80,000-$90,000 per year
  • Health, dental, and vision benefits
  • 401(k) with company match and disability coverage
  • Paid time off, sick time, and holidays
  • Tuition reimbursement and professional training
  • Recognition programs and growth opportunities
  • Free Calm membership for you and up to five others

What You'll Do

  • Provide land acquisition services throughout the right-of-way lifecycle, in compliance with project guidelines and regulations
  • Review and correct title takeoffs, construction plans, and ROW documents; prepare and submit Waiver Valuation Forms
  • Deliver property rights documents to owners and representatives; negotiate and secure parcels through approved counteroffers
  • Maintain contact documentation, conduct final title checks, manage back taxes, and ensure removal of compensated items
  • Submit and track offer letters, counteroffers, and Releases of Damages; attend field reviews and provide weekly status reports
  • Handle administrative tasks including mailing notifications, filing deeds, verifying condemnation parcel addresses, and organizing acquisition packets
  • Submit vendor forms to expedite payments and support efficient project closeout

We are looking for someone who

  • Works efficiently and effectively under tight deadlines
  • Can prioritize and balance multiple tasks
  • Demonstrates strong organization and planning skills
  • Is analytical, detail-oriented, and eager to learn
  • Has excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Thrives in a fast-paced administrative setting
  • Provides strong customer service experience
  • Can adapt to new systems and software environments

Minimum Requirements

  • Minimum of six (6) year of right of way acquisition experience
    • Must include experience utilizing the Uniform Relocation Act
  • Must be proficient with MS Office Suite, specifically Excel, Word, Outlook, and Dropbox
  • Must have an iOS or Android smartphone to be able to access ORC's systems
  • Valid Driver’s License

Bonus Points if you have Relocation experience!

Relocation and per diem are not provided

Ready to Apply?
Make your mark on projects that matter. Apply now to join a supportive team that invests in your future.

Our job titles may span more than one career level. Compensation for this position is dependent upon many factors, such as training, transferable skills, work experience, business needs, and market demands. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future. This role may also be eligible for benefits and employee travel reimbursements.

ORC is one of America’s most respected right-of-way acquisition firms. Our services not only include providing outsourced right-of-way services to public agencies, but also electric transmission, oil and gas pipelines, fiber optic, and sewer and water infrastructure.  We are excited to be part of the renewable energy forefront for wind and solar projects.

Employees must avoid any relationship or activity that might impair, or even appear to impair, their ability to make objective and fair decisions when performing their jobs. To avoid conflicts of interest, employees are prohibited from performing any services for clients or perceived clients during nonworking time that are normally performed by ORC, including the sale of real estate.

Physical Requirements: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to clearly communicate and exchange information in person, via phone and email. Substantial repetitive movements of the wrists, hands and/or fingers due to high amounts of computer usage and typing. Expected to spend long spans of time in front of a computer screen. Able to read, understand and interpret department related documents and data. This is a largely sedentary role; however, the employee is occasionally required to move about inside the office to access files, office equipment and to interact with other members of the staff. This employee is required to occasionally travel to government buildings which involves time driving; sometimes for long durations.

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EEO is the Law

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. These protections extend to all management policies, practices and decisions, including recruitment and hiring, appraisal systems, promotions, training and career development programs.
EEO Policy Statement

EOE, including disability/vets

In order to be considered for employment, it is ORC's policy for all candidates to complete an online application for a specific job opening. ORC will not accept paper applications or resumes that are received in any other electronic format, unless an accommodation is requested.

ORC is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. If you need accommodation for any part of the employment process because of a medical condition or disability, please contact Human Resources to let us know the nature of your request.

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