Senior Right of Way Specialist III

AECOM · Raleigh, NC, United States

  • Senior
  • Full-time
  • Posted 2026-09-22
  • Confirmed live on 25 September 2026

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Job description

Job Description
AECOM is actively seeking an experienced Senior Right of Way Agent to support and lead right-of-way services for transportation infrastructure projects throughout North Carolina and the Southeast. This position will serve as a senior technical and client-facing leader responsible for managing acquisition and relocation programs, building client relationships, and supporting business development efforts.
The successful candidate will lead project-level right-of-way efforts while partnering closely with transportation project managers, DOT clients, and multidisciplinary project teams. This role is expected to develop into an AECOM-certified Project Manager and ultimately serve as a key leader within AECOM's growing right-of-way practice.
This role can be worked on a hybrid basis from our Raleigh office.
Key Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Project Leadership & Delivery

• Assist with right-of-way acquisition and relocation services for transportation and public infrastructure projects.

• Manage project scopes, schedules, budgets, resource needs, and deliverables.

• Direct acquisition, relocation, and right-of-way certification activities.

• Monitor project performance and ensure timely delivery of services.

• Identify and proactively resolve project risks and issues.

• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and client-specific requirements.
Client Leadership

• Assist in developing and maintaining strong relationships with DOTs, municipalities, transit agencies, and other public-sector clients.

• Coordinate project communications and manage client expectations.

• Represent AECOM during client meetings, public meetings, and project discussions.
Business Development & Growth

• Support proposal development, interviews, capture planning, and strategic pursuits.

• Identify opportunities to expand right-of-way services with existing and prospective clients.

• Collaborate with transportation, roadway, structures, utilities, and alternative delivery teams to position AECOM for future work.

• Participate in industry organizations and professional associations that support business growth.
Technical Leadership & Mentorship

• Serve as a senior subject matter expert for acquisition and relocation services.

• Provide technical guidance and quality review of project deliverables.

• Mentor junior right-of-way staff and support workforce development.

• Assist with recruiting, onboarding, and development of future right-of-way professionals.

• Support progression toward AECOM Project Manager certification and increased project leadership responsibilities.
Career Growth & Opportunities
This position offers a clear path toward greater project and program management responsibilities within AECOM's Transportation business. Successful candidates will have the opportunity to become AECOM-certified Project Managers, lead larger right-of-way programs, strengthen client partnerships, support strategic growth initiatives, and help expand AECOM's right-of-way practice throughout the Southeast.

Qualifications
Minimum Requirements

• BA/BS and 4 Years of relevant experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education

• 4 years of progressive experience performing and leading both acquisition and relocation services.

• NC Real Estate License

• Valid US Driver’s License required to visit project sites, clients, and other AECOM offices. As a condition of employment, selected candidate must pass a Motor Vehicle Records review
Preferred Qualifications

• Experience managing right-of-way projects, task orders, or major project assignments.

• Demonstrated client-facing experience.

• Strong knowledge of the Uniform Act and applicable federal and state right-of-way requirements.

• Experience managing project budgets, schedules, and deliverables.

• 8+ years of right-of-way experience.

• Experience supporting NCDOT and other state transportation agencies.

• IRWA certifications, including SR/WA or other advanced credentials.

• Experience supporting Design-Build and alternative delivery projects.

• Proven business development and proposal support experience.

• Experience managing multidisciplinary project teams.

• Strong leadership, negotiation, presentation, and communication skills.

• Demonstrated readiness to pursue AECOM Project Manager certification and broader project management responsibilities.

Additional Information
• Hybrid work schedule available based on business needs.

• Travel throughout North Carolina and the Southeast region may be required.

• Valid US Driver’s License required to visit project sites, clients, and other AECOM offices. As a condition of employment, selected candidate must pass a Motor Vehicle Records review

• Relocation assistance may be considered for highly qualified candidates.

• Sponsorship for U.S. employment authorization is not available now or in the future for this position.

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