Senior Right of Way Acquisition Agent

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At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected. As we foster a culture of inclusion, we ask:
What is our impact on the world?

We are looking for candidates to fill positions in Chattanooga, TN, and Knoxville, TN.

In the role of Real Estate Services Agent II, we'll count on you to support pre-negotiation project work, parcel and property due diligence, negotiations for acquisition of rights, and relocation of Displace es relative to public or private projects. You will coordinate right-of-way and utility issues for clients and, with others, perform activities to support real property projects such as property assessments, risk analysis, acquisition of needed rights, occupant relocation, property management, construction coordination and utility relocation/coordination.

• Provide pre-negotiation project, parcel, property owner and occupant due diligence, negotiations for acquisition of rights and relocation of Displace es relative to public or private projects
• Coordinate right-of-way and utility issues for clients as assigned
• Support real property projects through property assessments, risk analysis, acquisition of needed rights, occupant relocation, property management, construction coordination and utility relocation/coordination
• Perform other related duties as needed

• A minimum of 2 years of experience in real estate, right-of-way, title, utility coordination, relocation, or property management
• Ability to work independently, communicate and document effectively, handle large volumes of work, and coordinate with management; willingness to travel
• Ability to understand and comply with federal, state and industry laws, and FHWA, FAA, FTA, FRA, NEPA, FERC and Uniform Relocation Act regulations
• Ability to work confidently with clients, property owners and occupants
• Ability to balance office and field work in a collaborative, deadline-sensitive environment
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Project
• Strong communication, basic negotiation and presentation skills; ability to work flexible hours and effectively with diverse groups
• Effective communication and close coordination with management

• AA degree or equivalent experience
• Real estate license in good standing or equivalent as required by law
• Database and GIS familiarity
• Experience with plan reviews and acquisition compliant with the Uniform Act
• Property management experience for a DOT or municipality
• Prequalification with TDOT or ability to become prequalified within 3 months of employment

HDR is our company. We build on each other’s life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day, shaping our collaborative culture and trust with clients and communities we serve.

As employee owners, we create an inclusive environment where everyone is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring their authentic selves to work every day. HDR supports eight Employee Network Groups open to all employees.

Primary

Location:

United States-Tennessee-Jackson

Other Locations: United States-Tennessee-Knoxville, United States-Tennessee-Chattanooga, United States-Tennessee-Nashville

Industry: Highway + Road

Schedule: Full-time

Employee Status: Regular

Business Class: Right of Way

Job Posting: Jul 23, 2025

HDR is committed to equal employment opportunity. We are an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories. For more information, see

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Management, Consulting, and Engineering
• Industries
• Civil Engineering, Truck Transportation, and Environmental Services

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