Senior ROW Agent / Project Manager - Transmission & Distribution (California)

Join the Monument Team!
Monument is a full-service Real Estate and Right-of-Way consulting firm based in California. Our clients include Federal, State, and local agencies and engineering consulting firms. Monument’s remote workplace model has been a cornerstone of our success for years, allowing us to deliver exceptional results while maintaining a highly engaged and connected workforce.
POSITION DESCRIPTION
Monument is seeking a Senior Right-of-Way Agent / Project Manager located in California to manage electric transmission and distribution projects. The successful candidate will be responsible for handling right-of-way activities, managing project schedules and deliverables, negotiations, and preparation and execution of land and right-of-way agreements, permits, and other documents necessary for the successful acquisition of rights. This role serves as a key liaison between clients, stakeholders, landowners, regulatory agencies, and internal project teams to ensure project objectives are achieved on time and within budget.
Key Responsibilities
Identify and verify land ownership through public records and other available resources.
Research, review, and analysis of land titles, identifying and resolving title defects and ownership issues.
Lead negotiations for the acquisition of right-of-way, easements, and other property interests on behalf of clients, ensuring favorable outcomes and alignment with project objectives.
Prepare, analyze or interpret all land and right-of-way-related agreements, deeds, easements, leases, permits, and licenses.
Maintain accurate project records, landowner communications, and parcel-related data within company databases and project management systems.
Lead the negotiation, administration, management, and protection of clients' real property rights, including third-party uses on client-owned property and activities occurring within client easements.
Ensure compliance with client land policies, regulatory requirements, and jurisdictional standards related to licensing, consents, grant-outs, encroachments, and major transmission line relocations.
Review and analysis of property rights, resolve complex land-related issues, and manage billing and invoicing matters with internal and external stakeholders.
Oversee the preparation and execution of real estate agreements, including permits, consents, licenses, cost estimates, liability matrices, and quitclaim documents.
Lead project meetings, client discussions, status updates, and cross-functional team coordination efforts as necessary.
Qualifications
Minimum of 10 years of progressively responsible experience in right-of-way, land acquisition, in electric transmission and distribution.
Demonstrated leadership and project management experience leading complex right-of-way and land acquisition projects.
Strong business acumen and exceptional client relationship management skills.
Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and collaborate effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
Excellent negotiation, conflict resolution, and decision-making skills.
Possess flexibility, professionalism, and outstanding interpersonal skills.
Excellent verbal and written communication abilities.
Highly organized, self-motivated, and capable of managing multiple projects and competing priorities with minimal oversight.
Ability to work effectively with executive leadership, project teams, regulatory agencies, landowners, and clients.
Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and project tracking systems.
Familiarity with GIS, Autoclad Lite, Google Earth, and land management software applications.
California Real Estate License Required.
Why Monument?
At Monument, we believe happy employees make happy clients. Our unique workplace culture fosters innovation, learning, and growth in a supportive and inclusive environment. Learn more about who we are at: https://monumentrow.com/

Employment type
Full-Time

Work arrangement
Yes