Right of Way Specialist

Imagine being an employee-owner of a company guided by engaged and empowered team members like yourself. Where a culture of respect, flexibility, and accountability aren't just ideals - they're our foundation, and diverse backgrounds and perspectives are valued as drivers of innovation and growth. Join us, as together, we are Building a Better World for All of Us®. You belong at SEH SEH is currenting searching for a Right of Way Specialist to join our talented Construction Services team! Why our employee-owners love SEH: "I was on vacation last week and had zero concerns that my colleagues would help out with anything that came into my inbox!" – GIS Analyst "What company has a CEO who cares enough to seek out one-on-one conversations ranging from 'How are you?' to 'What do you think would help the company?' SEH, that's who. " – Civil Engineering Technician "Having the feeling that my voice matters and believing that SEH truly cares about the employees is so satisfying!" – Sr Financial Analyst "It feels good having colleagues and supervisors that provide support and resources for growth and learning!" – Civil Engineer "This is the first company I've worked for with a true entrepreneurial spirit." – Sr Mechanical Engineer Why you’ll love SEH: Collaborate on amazing projects of varying size and complexity that positively impact communities Being 100% employee-owned means we all share in the company’s success Career development through continued education, licensure/certification, skills, and technical training Work arrangements that promote work/life balance Flexible holidays enable individuals to tailor their festivities Paid Family Leave provides time to care for loved ones, whether family by birth or family by choice This Opportunity: Acquire property rights, easements, and access agreements needed for transportation, utility, and municipal infrastructure projects throughout Minnesota. Build relationships with property owners, agencies, and project stakeholders while serving as SEH's primary representative during the acquisition process. Conduct property research, review title information, prepare acquisition documents, and coordinate with survey, engineering, and legal teams to support project delivery. Represent SEH at public meetings, stakeholder discussions, and project coordination meetings. Track acquisition schedules, maintain project documentation, and support clients through all phases of right-of-way acquisition. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and develop into an independent right-of-way professional through training, mentorship, and project experience. This opportunity is open to candidates residing in the following areas: Remote with a preference of Minnesota Essential Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Business, Real Estate, Planning, Public Administration, Surveying, Engineering, or a related field; equivalent experience considered. Strong interpersonal, communication, and relationship-building skills. Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently. Valid driver's license and ability to travel throughout Minnesota. Ability to obtain a Minnesota Real Estate License within a reasonable timeframe. Preferred Qualifications: Minnesota Real Estate License. 2+ years of experience in right-of-way, real estate, land services, property acquisition, project coordination, or a related field. Experience with easement acquisition, title research, landowner negotiations, or public infrastructure projects. Knowledge of transportation, utility, municipal, or land development projects. Experience working with local governments, counties, or state agencies. Outgoing, customer-focused personality with a passion for working directly with landowners and communities. Ability to build client relationships and support business development efforts. This position requires an MVR records check verifying that you possess a valid driver’s license and a driving record which meets the requirements of SEH’s Driving Program. Who We Are Better Places. Clean Water. Renewing Infrastructure. Improving Mobility. SEH is an employee-owned engineering, architectural, planning, and environmental company, offering a wide variety of services . We've been helping government, industrial, and commercial clients find solutions to complex challenges since 1927. Our 900+ employee-owners across the US unite behind our core purpose of Building a Better World for All of Us®. Base compensation is expected to be in the range of $35 and $42 per hour based on skill set and experience. Check out our full benefits package at SEH Hiring Journey. Due to current business and operational considerations, unable to hire employees residing in the following states at this time: AK, AR, CA, CT, DE, HI, KY, MA, RI, VT, and PR. Candidates willing to relocate should indicate this in their application. The selected candidate must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. without requiring visa sponsorship now or in the future. SEH is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability, or veteran status. We take affirmative action to ensure that all employment decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. Women and Minorities are encouraged to apply. Notice to Third Party Agencies: SEH does not accept unsolicited resumes from third party recruiting firms. Absent a signed Service Agreement by SEH’s Talent Director, SEH reserves the right to pursue and hire these candidates without financial obligation to recruiters or agencies. #LI-CN1