RK&K is looking for a Right of Way Specialist to support our Utilities/Real Estate Group in Baltimore, Maryland. Build your career and help build a better environment by providing real estate support to include negotiations, acquisitions assistance for utility and other infrastructure projects.
- Provide real estate support for acquisitions
- Negotiate acquisitions/divestures as needed on various utility projects
- Comply with Federal, State and Local real estate laws
- Prepare required Deeds, Easements, Options, Condemnation Packages and Agreements as necessary
- Conduct property settlements
- Testify as needed in condemnation cases
- Attend project meetings, prepare and provide project updates and meeting minutes
- Prepare Comparable Market Analysis reports and just compensation letters
- Appraisal Reviews
- Research county land records and review title commitments
Required Skills and Experience
- Two (2) years of experience with a condemning authority providing acquisition, relocation assistance or property asset management services
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- Experience negotiating for the acquisition or sale of real estate
- Ability to communicate effectively as a witness in trials and in public meetings and hearings
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, engineers and the general public
- Knowledge of the court system, its records and its rules
- Knowledge of Federal, State and local real estate laws, standards and guidelines such as the Uniform Relocation and Real Property Acts
- Experience in a variety of acquisition and relocation projects
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint
Preferred Skills and Experience
- Experience working with Electric Utility projects
- Knowledge of Electric Utility Systems
- Experience reviewing Title Commitments
- General Knowledge of MD
Other Duties
This job description indicates the general nature and level of work, knowledge, skills, abilities, and other essential functions (as covered under ADA). It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of all activities and duties required of the employee. Other duties are assigned as required.
What We Offer
RK&K offers excellent potential for career advancement and professional growth. We also offer attractive compensation packages commensurate with experience and a comprehensive benefits package including:
- Paid time off
- Hybrid schedule
- Matching 401(k) plan
- Paid Holidays
- Tuition reimbursement
- Health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurances
- Paid parental leave
- Wellness programs and employee resource groups
- Career Development
- Much, much more!
Why RK&K?
As a full-service engineering and construction management firm, RK&K gives you the opportunity to directly impact the communities in which we live and work. What sets RK&K apart is an award-winning culture that has fostered a spirit of collaboration and trust for over 100 years. To its clients, the firm delivers concepts, processes, and outcomes that are designed for success. RK&K has earned its reputation as a trusted partner, responsive employer, and community steward.
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Salary range $78k-$90k - Final compensation is based on experience, skills, and qualifications.
Skills Required
- Two years of experience with a condemning authority providing acquisition, relocation assistance, or property asset management services
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Experience negotiating the acquisition or sale of real estate
- Ability to communicate effectively as a witness in trials and public meetings or hearings
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, engineers, and the general public
- Knowledge of the court system, its records, and its rules
- Knowledge of federal, state, and local real estate laws, standards, and guidelines, including the Uniform Relocation and Real Property Acts
- Experience with a variety of acquisition and relocation projects
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
- Experience working with electric utility projects
- Knowledge of electric utility systems
- Experience reviewing title commitments
- General knowledge of Maryland
RK&K Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about RK&K and has not been reviewed or approved by RK&K.
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Retirement Support — A 401(k) plan with an employer match that increases with tenure is consistently emphasized, strengthening long-term savings potential. This escalating match is highlighted as a standout element of the package.
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Healthcare Strength — Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life, and disability coverage is offered, alongside employer HSA contributions during the first three years of enrollment. Wellness resources and an Employee Assistance Program further support overall health needs.
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Parental & Family Support — Paid parental leave is available, with the current benefits page indicating two weeks of fully paid leave for full-time parents. Broader family-oriented offerings are noted within the program.
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What We Do
RK&K is a full-service planning, engineering, environmental, and construction management/inspection firm.
