Real Estate Specialist

Are we the road to your future?

Volkert is employee owned and a Top 100 design firm, committed to delivering the future of infrastructure in three key areas of service: Design + Engineering, Planning + Environmental, and Program + Construction Management.

We are currently searching for a motivated Right of Way Agent to support our West Gulf Region in Shreveport, LA.

The Right-of-Way (ROW) Agent acquires land, easements, and other rights for our DOT and municipal clients.

What you'll be doing:

• Responsible for claim settlement where client's activities incur damage to property
• Prepares document necessary to negotiate and option the proposed ROW
• Is knowledgeable in title reports, appraisals, and basic ROW/roadway plans
• You will meet with property owners to make offers, prepare, and document paperwork and activities, and report to supervisor regularly
• ROW agent may also participate in relocation assistance services

What you need to have:

• A minimum of two years real estate and/or engineering experience
• Possess a valid Real Estate License - preferred but not required
• Utility easement acquisition experience preferred - pipeline highly preferred
• Strong communications and social skills
• Work from home is an option but will have access to the Volkert office and supplies
• Experience with Microsoft Office, email, and general computer knowledge
• Ability to travel to meet with property owners

• Characteristics of a successful Volkert team member:
  • Be a brand ambassador for the company who engages in diversity and inclusion,
  • Be self-motivated to meet individual goals and maintain accountability in a team environment
  • Exercise initiative and independent judgement in the solution of work problems
  • Be able to communicate effectively- verbal and written
  • Be able to multi-task in a team environment

Volkert Perks:

• We offer a hybrid workplace which includes remote, hybrid, and in-office positions
• Competitive compensation
• Flexibility and a positive work/life balance
• Challenging and innovative projects
• Employee referral program
• Professional development
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• 401(k) retirement savings plan + employer matching
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and holidays
• Medical, Dental, & Vision
• Employer-Paid Life/AD&D insurance
• Employer-Paid short-term disability and long-term disability
• Wellness incentives
• Additional voluntary benefits

The words from our President and Chief Executive Officer, Thomas A. Hand, PE, capture best how you can make an impact while working for Volkert.

"For nearly a century, Volkert has done meaningful work that improves our infrastructure and quality of life. With our commitment to employee ownership and sustainable growth, you can build a career here that really makes a difference."

- Thomas A. Hand, PE, President and Chief Executive Officer

Volkert does not accept unsolicited resumes from headhunters, recruitment agencies or fee-based recruitment services.

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