Specialist, Corporate Right-of-way

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The Right-of-Way Specialist is responsible for securing, leading and renewing land rights vital to support the construction, operation and maintenance of industrial gas infrastructure across North America. This role focuses on negotiating and acquiring easements, licenses, and other land use agreements, with an emphasis on renewals of existing agreements and support for ongoing asset maintenance projects for over 1200 miles of existing pipelines.

The ideal candidate will possess strong organizational skills, display the ability to complete a general property title search, have a firm understanding of land agreements, pipeline engineering drawings and land title documents.

This position will be based at our office location in Houston, TX. Occasional travel may be required.

At Air Products we develop a culture of inclusion where every voice is heard, and everyone feels they belong and matter. Additionally, we offer competitive pay and great benefits for our employees. Check-out some of our benefits below!

• Affordable Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance (day 1 of employment)
• 401k with 100% vested company core and match
• Paid Vacation, holidays + sick time
• Paid Parental leave (Up to 8 weeks)
• Backup Child and Adult Care benefit
• Adoption assistance
• Flexible spending accounts (medical, dependent daycare)
• Life Insurance (AD&D
  - Paid for by Air Products), Supplemental AD&D
• Legal Plan & Identity theft coverage
• EAP (Employee Assistance Program)
• Many more supplemental benefits available

• Ability to concurrently plan, prioritize and manage multiple work assignments and projects.
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Effectively evaluate, direct, and implement project priorities with project team members.
• Effective interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills.
• Ability to get into title details and research when vital.

• Coordinate renewals of land use agreements, including rights of way, pipeline permits, franchise agreements and servitudes while assisting with acquisition projects.
• Lead outside land surveyors and right of way agents whose services are typically used in conjunction with right of way acquisition projects.
• Coordinate with landowners, legal counsel, survey, project management and internal team members to resolve issues related to land rights.
• Negotiate fees and process appropriate documentation.
• Research and resolve property ownership using GIS, county courthouse records and other means available.

• Support planning and execution of maintenance projects by securing timely access to required properties.
• Collaborate with engineering, operations, and legal teams to align land rights with project needs.
• Work multiple, concurrent projects within the framework of a cross-disciplinary team toward company goals.
• Maintain accurate records of all agreements, correspondence, and project documentation.
• Develop and apply Due Diligence reports for large-scale operation and maintenance projects.

• Bachelor's degree in Real Estate, Business Administration, Land Management, or related field.
• 3-5 years of validated experience in right-of-way acquisition, land negotiations, or property management.
• Familiarity with Gulf Coast land use regulations and property law preferred.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to negotiate optimally.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and land management software (e.g., GIS, ROW databases).

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We are the world's largest hydrogen producer with over 80 years of industrial gas experience. We are hydrogen and industrial gas experts delivering safe, end-to-end solutions, investing in real, clean energy projects at scale, and driving the industry forward to generate a cleaner future.

At Air Products, we work in an environment where we put safety first, diversity is essential, inclusion is our culture, and each person knows they belong and matter. To learn more, visit About Air Products.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package including paid holidays and vacation, affordable medical, dental, life insurance and retirement plans. You will be eligible for benefits and also be 100% vested in your retirement…