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Coates Field Service Inc

Right of Way Agent

Homestead, PA · On-site

$25.25 - $34/hr

Ability to determine valuation of crops, timber, etc. for damage settlement. * Ability to travel regularly. Who We Are: Coates has a 76-year history providing comprehensive land acquisition and right ...

Coates Field Service Inc

Right of Way Agent

New Haven, CT · On-site

$35 - $45/hr

Ability to determine valuation of crops, timber, etc. for damage settlement. * Ability to travel ... Coates has a 76-year history providing comprehensive land acquisition and right of way services to ...

Coates Field Service Inc

Right of Way Agent

Syracuse, NY · On-site

$35 - $45/hr

Ability to determine valuation of crops, timber, etc. for damage settlement. * Ability to travel ... Coates has a 76-year history providing comprehensive land acquisition and right of way services to ...

Metcash

Backed by trusted brands like Mitre 10, Total Tools, and Home Timber & Hardware, we support ... This role is being managed directly by our internal Talent Acquisition team. We respectfully ...

Coates Field Service Inc

Right of Way Agent

Rochester, NY · On-site

$35 - $45/hr

Ability to determine valuation of crops, timber, etc. for damage settlement. * Ability to travel ... Coates has a 75-year history providing comprehensive land acquisition and right of way services to ...

J.Riley Recruitment

Structural Engineer

Albany, GA · On-site

Perform and review complex analyses and designs for steel, concrete, masonry, timber, and cold ... Riley Recruitment has leveraged over a decade of Talent Acquisition expertise to deliver ...

Halo Land Management

Right of Way

Canton, OH · Remote

$28.50 - $38.50/hr

From title research and land acquisition to negotiation and right of way support, our teams deliver ... Accurately document vegetation, crop, timber, surface, access, or property-related impacts when ...

Metcash

Backed by trusted brands like Mitre 10, Total Tools, and Home Timber & Hardware, TTHG supports ... This role is being managed directly by our internal Talent Acquisition team. We respectfully ...

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How much do timber acquisitions jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 7, 2026, the average yearly pay for timber acquisitions in the United States is $97,127.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $79,500.00 and $105,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Timber Acquisitions vs Timberland Surveyor?

AspectTimber AcquisitionsTimberland Surveyor
CredentialsDegree in forestry, environmental science, or related field; knowledge of land and timber lawsDegree in surveying, geomatics, or forestry; certification in land surveying
Work EnvironmentOffice-based planning, negotiations, field visits for land assessmentFieldwork involving land measurement, boundary marking, and mapping
Industry UsageUsed by forestry companies, landowners, and timber investment firmsPrimarily employed by surveying firms, forestry agencies, and land development companies

While both roles involve working with land and timber resources, Timber Acquisitions focuses on land purchase negotiations and strategic planning, whereas Timberland Surveyors specialize in measuring and mapping land boundaries. Understanding these differences helps job seekers identify the right career path in the forestry and land management industry.

Infographic showing various Timber Acquisitions job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 91% Full Time, and 9% Contract. Highlights an 73% In-person, 18% Hybrid, and 9% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $97,127 per year, or $46.7 per hour.
Right of Way Agent

Right of Way Agent

Coates Field Service Inc

Homestead, PA • On-site

$25.25 - $34/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, PTO

Posted 23 days ago

Job description


Coates Field Service, Inc. is seeking Right of Way of Agents and Sr. Right of Way Agents for day-to-day right of way duties for a pipeline project located in Wheeling, WV. The successful candidate will be experienced in pipeline projects, acquiring linear right of way for private landowners, and able to adapt to tight deadlines to meet project deliverables.

**Per Diem Available**

**West Virginia Notary preferred but not required**

Primary Job Duties & Responsibilities:

  • Obtains right of entry and survey permission from private landowners.
  • Negotiates and acquires property rights required for pipeline.
  • Documents all communication and correspondence with landowners including in-person meetings, email, phone, and mail.
  • Responds to internal and external stakeholder inquiries in matters related to property rights.
  • Investigates, negotiates, and acquires temporary right of way areas for driveways, construction lay down areas, and other temporary construction needs.
  • Submits executed documents to Coates Operations office for client countersignature, payment to landowner, and recording.
  • Serves as legal witness as necessary for condemnation or other proceedings.
  • Other job duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

  • Working knowledge of drafting and negotiating property rights documents including rights-of-way, easements, leases, purchases, and sale agreements.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Strong negotiation and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to utilize multiple forms of technology including: Project Databases, Microsoft Office Suite, Google Earth, etc.
  • Ability to plot metes and bounds descriptions of property and read a variety of maps, electronic and paper.
  • Ability to evaluate, interpret, and analyze engineering and right-of-way drawings
  • Ability to interpret and research (abstract) legal documents.
  • Skilled in property rights research methods, including courthouse searches for recorded documents and internet research of same.
  • Ability to determine valuation of crops, timber, etc. for damage settlement.
  • Ability to travel regularly.

Who We Are:

Coates has a 76-year history providing comprehensive land acquisition and right of way services to municipalities, utilities, energy providers, and oil and gas companies nationwide. The first firm of its kind, we are widely recognized as a leader in the land and right of way acquisition industry. A national corporation, Coates has the depth of knowledge and the agility to respond to client needs in all 50 states. Coates is headquartered in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, with regional offices located throughout the United States. It is our mission to provide professional, high-quality, cost-efficient land acquisition and right of way services our clients need, when and where they need us.

Coates is committed to rewarding the loyalty of the national team of Coates’ Employees. Coates hires the best candidates available for all positions, without regard to the individual's race, religion, or sexual preference, or orientation. Coates is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).

Coates offers a comprehensive and generous benefits package, including medical/dental, vision, STD/LTD, life insurance, paid time off, company-paid holidays, and more!