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GFT · 2 weeks ago

Acquisition Agent

Sacramento, CA

Full-time

Hybrid

Entry, Mid Level

$80K/yr - $96K/yr

2+ years exp

GFT is a privately held AEC firm focusing on innovative solutions in transportation and infrastructure. The Acquisition Agent will support various projects by managing right of way acquisitions, ensuring compliance with regulations, and maintaining communication with stakeholders.

ConsultingEnergyEnvironmental ConsultingFacilities Support ServicesFacility ManagementInfrastructureTransportationWater

Responsibilities

Prepares cost estimates based on market research completed

Reviews project plans or engineering drawings and coordinates with project manager to obtain or prepare land exhibits

Prepares, coordinates and research deeds, reconveyances, agreements, maps and other documents involving property rights

Maintains complete and accurate casefiles, pursuant to GFT Inc company and project specific requirements

Updates SharePoint case journal and applicable SharePoint fields as required by project

Submits case files to the project manager in a timely manner on a monthly basis for review and/or as required

Updates and closes case files continually and in accurate manner

Performs all project tasks promptly, efficiently and on schedule

Records in the timesheet daily and accurately, the time spent on each project and the corresponding brief memo

Performs effectively in a remote work environment

Communicates clearly, accurately, and timely in writing and verbally, with affected property owners, project managers, client, and project teams

Handles multiple acquisition cases for multiple projects, concurrently, effectively and efficiently

Prepares accurate project documents. Understands and can clearly explain to the property owner the content and purpose of the documents

Understands property appraisals and can clearly explain to the property owner its content and how the property value was determined

Understands project plans and can clearly explain to the property owner project impacts to their property

Presents basic/non-complex and complex acquisition offers to fee owners, owner occupants, offsite owners, and tenants

Presents basic/non-complex and complex acquisition offers for various leasehold interests

Reviews and understands property title reports interests, encumbrances to enable the acquisition to be free and clear of property interests

Provides clear explanation regarding property need and potential impacts as indicated in the offer package and appraisal

Reports to project manager regarding status of offer, makes recommendations, and seeks further guidance

Negotiates with property owners, mortgage holders, corporations, executors, or their attorneys or representatives to obtain rights of way for projects, either private or public, by fee purchases, dedication, or stipulation

Other duties as assigned

Qualification

Right of way acquisitionReal Estate licenseUtility relocation knowledgeMS Office 2010BilingualNegotiation skillsCommunication skillsOrganizational skillsTeamwork-oriented attitude

Required

Bachelor's degree in business or other relevant degree program. Experience may be substituted for education on a case-by-case basis

A minimum of 2 years of experience with right-of-way acquisition and/or relocation

An understanding of utility relocation, of R/W engineering, and familiarity with the Uniform Relocation Act and eminent domain proceedings

Proficiency in basic R/W residential/tenant relocation and acquisition

Current and valid Real Estate license

Valid Drivers' License and the ability to provide valid proof of auto insurance

Advanced proficiency in MS Office 2010 (Word, Excel, Outlook)

Highly organized with ability to manage multiple project components simultaneously

Excellent communication skills

Persuasive negotiation skills

Self-motivated and maintain a positive teamwork-oriented attitude in a busy office environment

Able to work effectively with diverse work groups including co-workers, clients, vendors, and claimants

Preferred

Bilingual is beneficial

Benefits

Hybrid (in-person and remote) work environment.

Comprehensive benefits package including wellness programs, parental leave, and pet insurance, in addition to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance.

Tax-deferred 401(k) savings plan.

Competitive paid-time-off (PTO) accrual.

Tuition reimbursement for continued education.

Commitment to professional development, access to internal and external training programs, and support of active participation in professional organizations

Incentive compensation for eligible positions.