ROW Permitting Specialist II

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.

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

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Responsible for assisting in the acquisition of ROW for linear and site‑specific acquisition projects including agency and municipal permitting.
• Request, support preparation of, obtain, and document survey permission from owners and tenants; identification of issues for proposed routes; identification of necessary agency/entity permits; and identification of exhibits to be generated and data required to support negotiations.
• Prepare and file permit applications required by affected agencies, municipalities, and government entities.
• Assist in establishing the project route, estimation of ROW costs for the selected route and alternates, and establishing acquisition timelines.
• Assess program procedures, practices, philosophies, and documentation for compliance with specifications, contracts, and mission requirements.
• Process payment for all ROW as agreed to, according to procedure; document all off‑ROW damages incurred during construction and resolution of all off‑ROW damages with contractor(s) 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 the following: reports, correspondence, meetings, conferences, and review boards.
• Communicate directly with co‑workers.
• Provide information to supervisors, co‑workers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form, e‑mail, or in person.
• Coordinate the activities of individuals during the course of land, ROW, or permit acquisitions pertinent to one or more projects as assigned.
• Although not the primary responsibility of this position, when needed, an Acquisition Specialist has the ability to perform the 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 computer screen.
• May be requested to work overtime and weekends.
• Position requires travel (expected to be 90%); valid driver’s license and acceptable DMV record required.

• The employee is regularly required to stand, walk, use stairs, use hands, reach, talk and hear.
• The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

• Proficient in preparing and managing reports, spreadsheets, and related materials using Microsoft Excel, Word, and similar software programs.
• Must have a strong customer focus to ensure project meets operational requirements.
• The ability to read, interpret, and comprehend engineering drawings and legal documents, including ground leases, easements, deeds, land purchase agreements, and permitting requirements.
• The ability to maintain a flexible schedule and accommodate occasional non‑standard work hours to align with landowner and agency availability, while maintaining a standard work week.
• The ability to work and communicate effectively with all levels of co‑workers, clients, and other external contacts.

• Minimum four to six years of acquisition and negotiation experience, with preference for backgrounds in transmission easement acquisition (oil, gas, and electric) or adjacent real estate fields.

The pay range for this role is: 57,200 - 95,210 USD per year (Plymouth, MA).