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Right of Way Agent Opportunities
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HDR We are seeking Right of Way professionals to fill positions in Chattanooga, TN, and Knoxville, TN, Jackson, TN. HDR specializes in engineering, architecture, environmental and construction services. We believe that collaboration is the best way forward and that diversity is our greatest strength. HDR is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and an affirmative action employer. Watch Our Story:
https://www.hdrinc.com/our-story Overview
At HDR, we aim to add meaning and value to the world through high-performance buildings and smart infrastructure, with multidisciplinary teams including scientists, economists, builders, analysts and artists. Responsibilities
Perform basic principles in reading, writing, retracing and interpreting legal descriptions, such as parent parcel; metes and bounds; and subdivision. Review and identify title defects and curative requirements; bring these matters to the attention of the Project Manager, RES Agent, client, title manager or underwriter, as appropriate. Prepare project reports, and review title document packages. Maintain accurate records of title research activities to ensure appropriate back-up information exists. Work closely with and at the direction of team members, including Project Managers, RES Title Agent 3 staff, RES Tech 3 staff and RES Agent 3 staff. Support RES Title Agent 3 with development and participate in training junior staff by providing insight and instruction regarding task completion and procedure. Recognize when to escalate title issues to RES Agent and Project Manager. Perform additional duties as assigned. Preferred Qualifications
Degree or certification pertaining to right of way, title, paralegal, real property law or mortgage lending, or equivalent experience. Prequalified or able to become prequalified with TDOT within 3 months. Experience closing acquisition parcels and delivering warrants. Current Tennessee notary, or ability to obtain notary within 3 months. A minimum of 3 years completing title research from courthouse records and completing an associated report. Required Qualifications
A minimum of 3 years experience with right of way, title, paralegal, real property law or mortgage lending. Ability to understand real estate documents such as appraisal, environmental, survey, deeds, easements, deeds of trust, mechanics liens, tax liens, judgments, court records, assessments, probates and other matters of record. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Solid organizational and planning skills. Specific industry regulatory knowledge a plus; Database, ProjectWise and GIS familiarity a plus; Proficient with MS Office Suite, Webex and Teams. Primary Location
United States-Tennessee-Jackson Other Locations
United States-Tennessee-Knoxville, United States-Tennessee-Chattanooga, United States-Tennessee-Nashville Industry
Real Estate Services Schedule
Full-time Employee Status
Regular Job Posting
Aug 6, 2025 Seniority level
Mid-Senior level Employment type
Full-time Job function
Management, Consulting, and Engineering Industries
Real Estate, Truck Transportation, and Legal Services Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at HDR by 2x
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Right of Way Agent Opportunities
role at
HDR We are seeking Right of Way professionals to fill positions in Chattanooga, TN, and Knoxville, TN, Jackson, TN. HDR specializes in engineering, architecture, environmental and construction services. We believe that collaboration is the best way forward and that diversity is our greatest strength. HDR is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and an affirmative action employer. Watch Our Story:
https://www.hdrinc.com/our-story Overview
At HDR, we aim to add meaning and value to the world through high-performance buildings and smart infrastructure, with multidisciplinary teams including scientists, economists, builders, analysts and artists. Responsibilities
Perform basic principles in reading, writing, retracing and interpreting legal descriptions, such as parent parcel; metes and bounds; and subdivision. Review and identify title defects and curative requirements; bring these matters to the attention of the Project Manager, RES Agent, client, title manager or underwriter, as appropriate. Prepare project reports, and review title document packages. Maintain accurate records of title research activities to ensure appropriate back-up information exists. Work closely with and at the direction of team members, including Project Managers, RES Title Agent 3 staff, RES Tech 3 staff and RES Agent 3 staff. Support RES Title Agent 3 with development and participate in training junior staff by providing insight and instruction regarding task completion and procedure. Recognize when to escalate title issues to RES Agent and Project Manager. Perform additional duties as assigned. Preferred Qualifications
Degree or certification pertaining to right of way, title, paralegal, real property law or mortgage lending, or equivalent experience. Prequalified or able to become prequalified with TDOT within 3 months. Experience closing acquisition parcels and delivering warrants. Current Tennessee notary, or ability to obtain notary within 3 months. A minimum of 3 years completing title research from courthouse records and completing an associated report. Required Qualifications
A minimum of 3 years experience with right of way, title, paralegal, real property law or mortgage lending. Ability to understand real estate documents such as appraisal, environmental, survey, deeds, easements, deeds of trust, mechanics liens, tax liens, judgments, court records, assessments, probates and other matters of record. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Solid organizational and planning skills. Specific industry regulatory knowledge a plus; Database, ProjectWise and GIS familiarity a plus; Proficient with MS Office Suite, Webex and Teams. Primary Location
United States-Tennessee-Jackson Other Locations
United States-Tennessee-Knoxville, United States-Tennessee-Chattanooga, United States-Tennessee-Nashville Industry
Real Estate Services Schedule
Full-time Employee Status
Regular Job Posting
Aug 6, 2025 Seniority level
Mid-Senior level Employment type
Full-time Job function
Management, Consulting, and Engineering Industries
Real Estate, Truck Transportation, and Legal Services Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at HDR by 2x
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