Right-of-Way Agent (Houston)

**Must be a US Citizen or US Permanent Resident****No Third-Party or C2C Firms**Real Estate and Right of Way AgentHouston, TX-Onsite9-12 Month Contract$45-$50/hr.The Real Estate & Right-of-Way (ROW) Agent is responsible for providing real estate, land and right-of-way services, and related activities. Negotiates and manages projects involving agreements relating to financing, acquisitions, dispositions, leases and other real estate assets. Draft, examine, negotiate, interpret and prepare for execution for real estate contracts. Supports and maintains Real Estate Management System and historical files. Maintains control of third-party billings of real estate receivables and payables and coordinates proper accounting for transactions.Job DutiesResearch and determine contractual Real Estate obligations. Negotiate agreements and resolve disputes. Implement actions required to fulfill Real Estate obligations to maintain Real Estate contracts and other legal documents in full force and effect.Actions include:Analyze Real Estate documents to ensure completeness to meet commitments.Validation and payment of rental and lease obligations to maintain legal rights to property.Determine appropriate rates and fees and invoicing clients. d) Set up automatic payments.Ensure all payments and billings receive proper accounting treatment.Responsible for providing support for the Real Estate Management System (43,344 KB one of the largest for Client) by making improvements, researching and resolving system issues, and/or business problems/questions. Determine origin and corrective actions, as needed. Implement and test solutions. Develop new programs and enhancements. Visual Basic programming performed.Contract outside third parties and negotiate Real Estate transactions relating to acquisitions, dispositions, right of way, lease renewals, rent and/or expense escalations, property disputes, and other land and property for Client's real estate assets.Initiate and implement process improvements to increase automation of maintenance, storage, and retrieval of permanent Client Real Estate documents as needed by Client and affiliates.Recording titles, deeds, easements, and other Real Estate documents as needed by Client and affiliates.Work with Risk Management department to ensure Client's liabilities are minimized through proper insurance coverage by clients and tenants.Minimum QualificationsBachelor's Degree.Professional certification in Right-of-Way, Land Management, or a related land services discipline with at least 5 years of relevant experience, or a minimum of 7 years of directly related Right-of-Way or land experience.Fluency with legal aspects of Real Estate terms and documents.Strong oral, written and communication skills.Ability to independently draft and negotiate contracts, including effective use of defined terms and redlining in coordination with internal and external legal counsel.Familiarity with SAP and Land Works.High level of Experience with negotiating right of ways and easements.Solid understanding of eminent domain/condemnation procedures, including pre-trial prep and court hearings.Proficient in Microsoft office.The Planet Group is a global professional services firm delivering strategic staffing and advisory solutions. We operate at the intersection of talent and transformation – connecting the right people with the right opportunities. Named one of the fastest-growing private companies in the US, The Planet Group operates with a global reach and a performance-first mindset. We partner with clients to move fast, stay agile, and drive measurable results – building high-impact teams that fuel transformation and growth.EEOC Compliance StatementThe Planet Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.