PACO Group, Inc. · 1 day ago
Land Acquisition/ Right-of-Way Specialist
New York, NY
Part-time
Hybrid
Senior Level
$60/hr - $70/hr
5+ years expPACO Group is a nationally recognized program and construction management firm serving public-sector clients across the architecture, engineering, and construction industry. They are seeking a Land Acquisition/Right-of-Way Specialist to support a New York City design–bid–build bridge replacement project during the design and pre-construction phases. The role involves property acquisition coordination, stakeholder engagement, and maintaining accurate documentation to facilitate land acquisition and approvals.
Civil EngineeringConstructionConsultingProject Management
Responsibilities
Identify properties potentially impacted by permanent acquisitions, temporary construction easements, access requirements, underpinning, strengthening, or other construction-related needs
Support early-phase discovery to determine whether permanent or temporary property interests, easements, or ULURP actions are required
Track all fee acquisitions, permanent easements, temporary construction easements, and other property interests required for the project
Coordinate right-of-way requirements with evolving design, survey, geotechnical, utility, and structural information
Prepare and maintain right-of-way plans coordinated with preliminary and final design drawings
Track acquisition status through all phases of the process and support turnover to construction as applicable
Support condemnation proceedings, joint development considerations, and risk evaluations associated with acquisition strategies
Address proposed property modifications with owners and Authorities Having Jurisdiction (AHJs)
Coordinate and expedite encroachment resolution efforts between agencies, contractors, and property owners
Coordinate and support meetings with transportation agencies, public and private property owners, and AHJs to facilitate land acquisition and land use approvals
Support ULURP-related coordination activities, including preparation of application materials, notifications, and agency submissions, as required
Prepare for, attend, and follow up on public meetings, hearings, and community engagements where property impacts are discussed
Coordinate with Community Boards, Borough President offices, City Planning, and other stakeholders, as appropriate to project needs
Coordinate and track Memoranda of Understanding (MOUs), agreements, and approvals with public and private entities
Respond to requests for information and documentation, including environmental and land-use compliance requirements
Develop and maintain acquisition tracking tables, logs, and schedules aligned with design-phase and pre-construction milestones
Develop and update maps reflecting acquisition progress, easement requirements, property limits, and design changes
Maintain accurate parcel-level documentation, including ownership, occupancy, easements, access, and constraints
Review intermediate and final design submittals to confirm consistency with right-of-way and land acquisition requirements
Support relocation and acquisition tracking through agency or project property portals
Conduct discovery-phase research including review of deeds, easements, liens, judgments, surveys, zoning, and related public records
Perform or coordinate title searches and summarize findings to support acquisition and risk assessments
Develop and maintain a structured database to store parcel-level records, activities, correspondence, and supporting documentation
Produce dashboards, reports, and visualizations to support project management, agency reporting, and audit requirements
Ensure data accuracy, version control, traceability, and audit-ready documentation throughout the acquisition lifecycle
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Real Estate, Urban Planning, or a related field
Minimum 5 years of experience in real estate acquisition, right-of-way, land use, or related public-sector infrastructure work
Experience working with New York City agencies (e.g., DOT, DCP, DOB, DOF) and familiarity with city-specific property, zoning, and compliance procedures
Demonstrated experience managing and tracking property acquisitions through design-phase and pre-construction activities
Working knowledge of the ULURP process, including agency roles, review phases, and public engagement requirements
Proven ability to coordinate with government agencies, property owners, and Authorities Having Jurisdiction (AHJs)
Proficiency in developing and maintaining acquisition tracking tables, maps, and reports; working knowledge of GIS, property portals, and database-driven project tracking systems
Experience with database development, reporting, and data visualization
Strong written and verbal communication skills, including participation in public meetings and hearings
High attention to detail and ability to manage complex documentation accurately
Preferred
Experience supporting NYC DOT, MTA, PANYNJ, or similar agencies
Experience supporting design–bid–build bridge replacement or transportation infrastructure projects
IRWA certification (RWA, SR/WA) or similar credentials
Benefits
401(k) and Employer Matching
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Group Life Insurance, LTD, and AD&D
Paid Time Off
Paid Holidays
Professional Development Assistance
Company
PACO Group, Inc.
PACO believes that reputation is not just a buzzword, but a fundamental aspect of any organization's success.
51-200 employees
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