Right of Way Agent
Oso Semiconductor
Operations
United States · Louisiana, USA · Baton Rouge, LA, USA
Posted on Mar 10, 2026
Job Type
Full-time
Description
Westwood Professional Services, Inc. is seeking a Right of Way Agent who independently manages the acquisition of property rights for infrastructure and development projects. This role is responsible for negotiating with property owners, securing necessary servitudes/easements and property interests, and coordinating third-party consultants such as appraisers, abstractors, and surveyors. The position requires strong judgment, organization, and the ability to manage multiple projects concurrently without direct supervision.
Requirements
Full-time
Description
Westwood Professional Services, Inc. is seeking a Right of Way Agent who independently manages the acquisition of property rights for infrastructure and development projects. This role is responsible for negotiating with property owners, securing necessary servitudes/easements and property interests, and coordinating third-party consultants such as appraisers, abstractors, and surveyors. The position requires strong judgment, organization, and the ability to manage multiple projects concurrently without direct supervision.
Requirements
- Research property ownership and determine required property rights
- Interpret surveys, plats, title reports, and legal descriptions
- Contact property owners to explain project scope and impacts
- Negotiate acquisition of easements, rights of way, and other property interests
- Coordinate and manage external subconsultants, including:
- Appraisers
- Abstractors/title researchers
- Surveyors (as needed)
- Review appraisal and title documentation for completeness and accuracy
- Prepare and present written offers consistent with valuation and project guidelines
- Track acquisition status, critical dates, and documentation requirements
- Maintain organized acquisition files and project reporting
- Collaborate with project managers, engineers, and legal counsel
- Support resolution of title issues and closing processes
- Ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, and local regulations
- Preparing right of way cost estimates
- Preparing proposals for right of way services to potential clients
- Bachelor’s degree preferred (Real Estate, Business, Engineering, or related field)
- 3+ years of right of way, land acquisition, or real estate negotiation experience preferred
- Experience working on state or federally funded projects preferred
- LA DOTD experience preferred
- Demonstrated ability to manage assignments independently
- Experience coordinating third-party consultants
- Strong negotiation and interpersonal skills
- Ability to read and interpret surveys and legal descriptions
- Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills
