ROW Agent / Project Manager - Gas & Electric Transmission / Distribution (California)

Join the Monument Team! 

Monument is a full-service Real Estate and Right-of-Way consulting firm based in California. Our clients include Federal, State, and local agencies and engineering consulting firms. Monument’s remote workplace model has been a cornerstone of our success for years, allowing us to deliver exceptional results while maintaining a highly engaged and connected workforce.

POSITION DESCRIPTION

Monument is seeking a Right-of-Way Agent / Project Manager located in California to manage gas and electric transmission and distribution project efforts. The successful candidate will be responsible for handling right-of-way activities, managing project schedules and deliverables, negotiations, and preparation and execution of land and right-of-way agreements, permits, and other documents necessary for the successful acquisition of rights. This role serves as a key liaison between clients, stakeholders, landowners, regulatory agencies, and internal project teams to ensure project objectives are achieved on time and within budget.

Key Responsibilities

• Identification and verification of land ownership through public records and other available resources.
• Research, review, and analysis of land titles, identifying and resolving title defects and ownership issues.
• Lead negotiations for the acquisition of right-of-way, easements, and other property interests on behalf of clients, ensuring favorable outcomes and alignment with project objectives.
• Preparation, analysis, and interpretation of all land and right-of-way-related agreements, deeds, easements, leases, permits, and licenses.
• Maintain accurate project records, landowner communications, and parcel-related data within company databases and project management systems.
• Lead the negotiation, administration, management, and protection of clients' real property rights, including third-party uses on client-owned property and activities occurring within client easements.
• Ensure compliance with client land policies, regulatory requirements, and jurisdictional standards related to licensing, consents, grant-outs, encroachments, and major transmission line relocations.
• Review and analysis of property rights, resolve complex land-related issues, and manage billing and invoicing matters with internal and external stakeholders.
• Oversee the preparation and execution of real estate agreements, including permits, consents, licenses, cost estimates, liability matrices, and quitclaim documents.
• Lead project meetings, client discussions, status updates, and cross-functional team coordination efforts as necessary. 

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of progressively responsible experience in right-of-way, land acquisition, in gas and electric transmission and distribution.
• Must be located in California. 
• Demonstrated leadership and project management experience leading complex right-of-way and land acquisition projects.
• Strong business acumen and exceptional client relationship management skills.
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and collaborate effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
• Excellent negotiation, conflict resolution, and decision-making skills.
• Possess flexibility, professionalism, and outstanding interpersonal skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication abilities.
• Highly organized, self-motivated, and capable of managing multiple projects and competing priorities with minimal oversight.
• Ability to work effectively with executive leadership, project teams, regulatory agencies, landowners, and clients.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and project tracking systems.
• Familiarity with AutoCAD LT, GIS, Google Earth, and land management software applications.
• California Real Estate License required. 

Why Monument?
At Monument, we believe happy employees make happy clients. Our unique workplace culture fosters innovation, learning, and growth in a supportive and inclusive environment. Learn more about who we are at: https://monumentrow.com/