ROW Specialist

About Cornerstone Energy Services

Cornerstone Energy Services, Inc. specializes in engineering, survey, and land solutions for the energy infrastructure sector. From initial concept through project completion, we provide comprehensive services including civil, process, mechanical, and I&E engineering; project management; survey and mapping; and right‑of‑way acquisition.

• Berlin
• Plymouth
• West New York (west of I-390)
• Central tier of New York
• Southern tier of New York

We collaborate closely with developers and operators of oil and gas pipelines and electric transmission systems, supporting both extensive linear projects and site‑specific developments. Our work is guided by three core values.

• Safety – protecting the public, our clients, and our team
• Advocacy – prioritizing the best interests of our clients
• Integrity – upholding professionalism and accountability in every aspect of our operations

• Assist in the acquisition of ROW for linear and site‑specific acquisition projects.
• Request, support preparation, obtain, and document survey permission from owners and tenants.
• Identify issues for proposed routes, identify necessary agency/entity permits, and determine exhibits to be generated and data required to support negotiations.
• Prepare and file permit applications required by affected agencies/entities.
• Assist in establishing the project route, estimate ROW costs for the selected route and alternates, and establish acquisition timelines.
• Assess program procedures, practices, philosophies, and documentation for compliance with specifications, contracts, and mission requirements.
• Request payment for all ROW as agreed to, per procedure. Document all off‑ROW damages incurred during construction and resolve all off‑ROW damages with contractors and owners/tenants.
• Process all requests for encroachment from third parties on ROW.
• Attend, participate in, support, analyze, provide input, develop, prepare, and report on reports, correspondence, meetings, conferences, and review boards.
• Communicate directly with co‑workers.
• Provide information to supervisors, co‑workers, and subordinates by telephone, written form, e‑mail, or in person.
• Coordinate activities of individuals during the course of land, ROW, or permit acquisitions pertaining to one or more projects as assigned.
• When needed, perform responsibilities identified in the Document Specialist job description.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Work is performed in multiple facilities as business needs dictate.
• Office work may include prolonged seated tasks, extended keyboarding, and use of a computer screen.
• May be requested to work overtime and weekends.
• Position requires travel (expected to be 90%); a valid driver’s license and acceptable DMV record are required.

• Regularly required to stand, walk, use stairs, use hands, reach, talk, and hear.
• Frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, depth perception, and adjustment of focus.

• Demonstrate the ability to perform all key qualifications of a Document Specialist.
• Have a strong customer focus to ensure projects meet operational requirements.
• Read and comprehend legal documents such as ground leases, easements, deeds, land purchase contracts, mortgages, title policies, and subordination.
• Work and be available during non‑standard work hours to accommodate landowner schedules.
• Work and communicate effectively with all levels of co‑workers, clients, and other external contacts.

• One to three years of acquisition and negotiation experience, preferably related to transmission easement acquisitions including oil, gas, and electricity.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.