Right of Way Agent III - Tucson, AZ

Right of Way Agent III – Tucson, AZ

Bowman Consulting is looking for a Right of Way Agent III / Customer Outreach Specialist III to join our team on a hybrid basis in Tucson, AZ.

Perform all aspects of right‑of‑way and real estate related activities, negotiating favorable terms to various land and right‑of‑way related agreements secured on behalf of the company's client, including the acquisition, relinquishment and modification of easements, fee land purchases, permit rights, encroachments resolutions and settlements of damage claims of company's client.

• Perform work under limited supervision. Receive direction on complex assignments with general guidance on execution.
• Work is generally reviewed by more senior staff to ensure application of sound techniques and principles.
• Review work produced by staff for quality assurance.

• Negotiate the acquisition of right‑of‑way, easements, and other property interests, as necessary on the client’s behalf.
• Negotiate property damage settlements and loss claims associated with client’s capital projects.
• Regularly and persuasively communicate with challenging landowners to overcome resistance.
• Serve as liaison between internal departments, developers, cities, counties, state agencies, etc., in support of right‑of‑way activities.

• Identify land ownership from public records.
• Research, review, analyze and title; identify defects and outline / recommend curation.
• Prepare right‑of‑way related cost estimates associated with land and right‑of‑way project acquisition.
• Review, prepare, analyze, interpret all land and Right‑of‑Way related agreements, deeds, easements, leases, permits, and licenses.
• Resolve encroachment, damage claims, landowner complaints and inquiries at a minimal cost to client.

• Ability to work both independently and within a team environment.
• Highly motivated and problem‑solving attitude.
• Strong sense of urgency in responding to constituents.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong work ethic and commitment to quality.
• Strong marketing/business development skills and mindset.
• Commitment to promoting the reputation of the company through quality of work.
• Effective working relationship with internal leaders and peers, as well as external clients.
• Commitment to working in partnership with others inside and outside the organization.
• Ability to effectively manage multiple time‑sensitive tasks.

• Arizona real estate license required.
• High School diploma or GED required, commensurate relevant experience considered.
• Bachelor’s, technical, or associate’s degree preferred.
• Five or more (5+) years of experience working in all aspects of right‑of‑way acquisition.
• Professional real estate license in applicable state or the ability to obtain one within 90 days of hire is required.
• Ability to travel up to 50% of the time during busier periods.
• Working knowledge of right‑of‑way and land acquisition and of regulatory and legal issues preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, legal documents relating to real estate and right of way transactions.
• Satisfactory driving record as determined by the Company and a current, valid State driver’s license.
• Proficient in Microsoft Applications, including Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Familiar with work management tools, and related technologies such as GIS and Google Earth.

At Bowman, our people are at the center of everything we do. We’re committed to creating an environment where employees can thrive both personally and professionally, while helping to shape the infrastructure of tomorrow. A career at Bowman means being part of a collaborative, forward‑thinking organization where innovation, inclusion, and growth are encouraged at every level. We offer competitive compensation, a supportive work environment, and benefits designed to help our employees succeed.

• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match
• Paid time off, sick leave, and paid holidays
• Tuition reimbursement and professional development…