Right of Way Technician - Bowman Consulting Group, Ltd.

Short Description:

Bowman has an opportunity for a Right of Way (ROW) Technician to join our team in Manassas, VA.

 

At Bowman, we believe in creating opportunities for aspiring people to thrive and achieve ambitious goals. That's why a career at Bowman is more than a job. It is an opportunity to be part of a diverse and engaged community of professionals, to be treated as a respected and valued member of a motivated team and to be empowered to do exceptional work that advances the best interest of everyone involved. We recognize the importance of creating a work environment that is both rewarding to our employees and supportive of our unwavering commitment to provide unparalleled service to our clients.

Overview:

Provide reporting, document preparation, and administrative support services to the Right of Way project team.

Responsibilities:

Leadership and Direction

• Perform work under direct supervision of an experienced professional and follow established procedures and clearly defined processes. Receive direction on all aspects of assignments, specific tasks and how to execute. Work is thoroughly reviewed by more senior staff to ensure application of sound techniques and principles.

At the Operational and Company Level

• Assist Right of Way Agents and Project Managers in preparing documents (i.e., Easements, Letters, Proposals, Work Orders, Change Orders, Sub Consultant Agreements, Transmittals) and processing same in workflow system.

Do the Work

• Initial entry and daily update of project and parcel information in database and project tracking reports
• Research property records and download deeds, easements, judgments, liens, assessment cards, plats, and maps from online county resources.
• Use online resources to determine status of corporations and officer's/agents, as well as researching contact information for parcel owners.
• Utilize mail merge to generate mass mailing documents and correspondence. Print documents and prepare packages for mailing.
• Maintain electronic and paper data filing systems; upload and file necessary records.
• Compose and edit correspondence in Word and create and maintain spreadsheets in Excel.
• Administer incoming phone calls and ensure calls are redirected accordingly.
• Receive, sort, and forward incoming mail. Prepare outgoing mail and correspondence, coordinate the pick-up and delivery of express mail services (UPS, courier service, etc.).
• Maintain conference room areas; control inventory of supplies for right-of-way team.
• Perform administrative duties such as coding documents, copying, binding, collating, scanning, filing, data entry, etc.

Success Metrics and Competencies:

• Ability to work both independently and within a team environment.
• Ability to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization and external partners.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong work ethic and commitment to quality.
• Effective working relationship with internal leaders and peers, as well as external clients.
• Ability to effectively manage multiple time-sensitive tasks.

Qualifications:

• High School diploma or equivalent GED required. Commensurate relevant experience considered.
• Entry level position, no prior experience required. Any administrative, title research/review experience a plus.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Satisfactory driving record as determined by the Company and a current, valid State driver's license.
• Ability to obtain Notary Public certification (company paid).
• A real estate license is not required prior to hire but must be willing and able to obtain within ninety (90) days. 

Physical Demands and Working Environment:

• Primarily indoor professional office environment which may include bright/dim light, noise, fumes, odors, and traffic.
• Mobility around an office environment.
• Frequent and prolonged use of standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.
• Occasional lifting or carrying up to 20 pounds.
• Occasional pushing or pulling up to 20 pounds.
• Occasional reaching outward or above shoulder.

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Job Description Disclaimer:

Note: While this job description is intended to be an accurate reflection of the job requirements, it is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Management reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties from particular jobs and to assign other duties as necessary at any time with or without notice.