About this role
Join the Monument Team!
Monument is a full-service real estate and right-of-way consulting firm based in California. Our clients include Federal, State, and Local agencies and engineering consulting firms. Monument’s remote workplace model has been a cornerstone of our success for years, allowing us to deliver exceptional results while maintaining a highly engaged and connected workforce.
Position Description
We are seeking experienced Land Agents to assist in the acquisition of land rights across multiple projects. A qualified candidate will review and analyze land documents and mapping to determine rights required for acquisition. Transactional documents will then be prepared to support the acquisition activities. This role requires a high level of accuracy, regulatory compliance, coordination with internal departments and exceptional communication in a fast-paced environment.
Positions available: 3
- 1 position - Candidate must be located in or around San Diego area (occasional client site or office visits required).
- 2 positions - California remote
Primary Responsibilities
- Prepare document packages for the acquisition of easement rights (ROW and/or Service Line Agreements), temporary or permanent, with customers.
- Acquisition and land rights due diligence activities.
- Reading and interpreting legal descriptions and title documents.
- Reviewing and redlining land-related agreements and documents.
- Conduct complex analysis and review of design plans, title, land descriptions, survey plat maps, and tract/parcel maps.
- Coordinate acquisition of land rights with legal, planning, survey, and project teams.
- Research and review owner records for identifying ownership status and prior rights of impacted properties.
- Review design drawings to determine rights needed and request and prepare exhibits for electric and gas distribution service.
- Maintain clear communication with internal and external stakeholders, including federal agencies, Tribal representatives, legal counsel, and staff while maintaining confidentiality and strong professional relationships.
- Track project status in multiple platforms, including uploading correspondence, and ability to present updates upon request.
Desired Qualifications & Skills:
- Proven background in acquisition and transactions.
- Familiarity with tribal and federal lands.
- Strong expertise in title and utility design plan review.
- Familiarity with survey mapping and county assessor records.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, OneDrive and SharePoint experience a plus.
- Right-of-Way (ROW) knowledge and experience is preferred.
- Experience in creating simple exhibits in AutoCAD LT.
- Ability to manage, plan and process multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Close attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
- Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
- Excels in meticulous, repetitive tasks that require consistency and accuracy.
- Ability to work independently.
- Ability to manage dual systems (Teams, Outlook, etc).
Education and Experience:
- 5+ years of experience in related transactional real estate work.
- College degree in related field is preferred.
Why Monument?
At Monument, we believe happy employees make happy clients. Our unique workplace culture fosters innovation, learning, and growth in a supportive and inclusive environment. Learn more about who we are at: https://monumentrow.com/