Land Solutions, Right of Way Acquisition Specialist – Illinois

<div class="content-intro"><p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><strong>Who We Are</strong></span></p> <p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><strong>Atwell, LLC </strong>is a bold leader in the consulting, engineering, and construction services industry, delivering a broad range of creative solutions to clients in the real estate &amp; land development, and energy markets. We have a strong national presence and a diverse, award-winning project portfolio. Atwell is a privately owned company, with 2,000+ passionate team members across 75+ locations and growing!</span></p> <p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><strong>Atwell, LLC</strong>&nbsp;is a proud recipient of the following <strong>2025</strong>&nbsp;awards:</span></p> <ul> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Ten consecutive years in a row as a “Best Place to Work” by Zweig Group (#11)</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Recognized as #70 in the ENR Top 500 Design Firms, ranked in every region</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Recognized in Crain's “Fast 50” as one of the fastest-growing companies (#14)</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Recognized as the 2025 ENR Design Firm of the year for the Southeastern US</span><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><br></span></li> </ul></div><p></p> <p><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Atwell is seeking experienced <strong data-start="252" data-end="275">Right of Way Agents</strong> to support a large-scale overhead electric transmission project in <strong data-start="343" data-end="363">Central Illinois</strong>. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to critical energy infrastructure while working directly with landowners, project teams, and utility stakeholders throughout the right of way acquisition process.</span></p> <p><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">We are looking for professionals with strong landowner communication skills, electric transmission or linear infrastructure experience, and the ability to work independently in rural project environments. Candidates must have an <strong data-start="804" data-end="843">active Illinois real estate license</strong> and be comfortable supporting field-based right of way activities across assigned project areas.</span></p> <h3 data-start="942" data-end="962"><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Responsibilities</span></h3> <ul data-start="964" data-end="1792"> <li style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;" data-start="964" data-end="1071"><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Support right of way acquisition activities for 345 kV and 765 kV overhead electric transmission projects</span></li> <li style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;" data-start="1072" data-end="1154"><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Conduct landowner outreach and build positive relationships with property owners</span></li> <li style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;" data-start="1155" data-end="1240"><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Facilitate property negotiations, easement acquisition, and right of way agreements</span></li> <li style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;" data-start="1241" data-end="1352"><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Coordinate with project managers, title resources, survey teams, client stakeholders, and internal land teams</span></li> <li style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;" data-start="1353" data-end="1441"><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Review and maintain accurate parcel, landowner, acquisition, and project documentation</span></li> <li style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;" data-start="1442" data-end="1532"><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Support surface title, courthouse research, and ownership verification efforts as needed</span></li> <li style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;" data-start="1533" data-end="1623"><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Assist with field-based project activities, stakeholder engagement, and issue resolution</span></li> <li style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;" data-start="1624" data-end="1719"><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Track project updates, landowner communications, and acquisition progress in internal systems</span></li> <li style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;" data-start="1720" data-end="1792"><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Travel throughout assigned project areas in Central Illinois as needed</span></li> </ul> <h3 data-start="1794" data-end="1812"><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Qualifications</span></h3> <ul data-start="1814" data-end="2586"> <li style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;" data-start="1814" data-end="1864"><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><strong data-start="1816" data-end="1864">Active Illinois Real Estate License required</strong></span></li> <li style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;" data-start="1865" data-end="1971"><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Prior right of way, land acquisition, easement acquisition, or landowner negotiation experience required</span></li> <li style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;" data-start="1972" data-end="2105"><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Experience supporting electric transmission, utility, pipeline, renewable energy, or other linear infrastructure projects preferred</span></li> <li style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;" data-start="2106" data-end="2190"><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Strong communication, negotiation, documentation, and relationship-building skills</span></li> <li style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;" data-start="2191" data-end="2280"><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Ability to work independently in rural communities and field-based project environments</span></li> <li style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;" data-start="2281" data-end="2380"><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Comfortable coordinating with landowners, project teams, title resources, and client stakeholders</span></li> <li style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;" data-start="2381" data-end="2435"><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Strong organizational skills and attention to detail</span></li> <li style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;" data-start="2436" data-end="2509"><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Active Notary Public commission preferred, or ability to obtain quickly</span></li> <li style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;" data-start="2510" data-end="2586"><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Willingness to travel throughout Central Illinois as project needs require</span></li> </ul> <h3 data-start="2588" data-end="2613"><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Preferred Backgrounds</span></h3> <ul data-start="2615" data-end="2966"> <li style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;" data-start="2615" data-end="2656"><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Overhead electric transmission projects</span></li> <li style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;" data-start="2657" data-end="2699"><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">345 kV or 765 kV transmission experience</span></li> <li style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;" data-start="2700" data-end="2734"><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Utility right of way acquisition</span></li> <li style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;" data-start="2735" data-end="2784"><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Easement acquisition and landowner negotiations</span></li> <li style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;" data-start="2785" data-end="2834"><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Pipeline or other corridor-based infrastructure</span></li> <li style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;" data-start="2835" data-end="2866"><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Utility-scale energy projects</span></li> <li style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;" data-start="2867" data-end="2895"><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Rural landowner engagement</span></li> <li style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;" data-start="2896" data-end="2966"><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Surface title, courthouse research, and parcel documentation support</span></li> </ul> <p><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><strong>Disclaimer&nbsp;</strong></span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">While AI tools may support your application process, this role is built on human talent. Your judgment, experience, and character matter most, so we encourage you to showcase what makes you uniquely you.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">Atwell does not accept unsolicited resumes from any 3rd party agencies. No fee will be paid to 3rd parties who submit unsolicited resumes to any Atwell employee. Resumes from approved vendors must be specifically requested by Atwell and approved by the Atwell Talent Acquisition Team.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">#LI-CF1</span></p><div class="content-pay-transparency"><div class="pay-input"><div class="title">Pay Range </div><div class="pay-range"><span>$35</span><span class="divider">&mdash;</span><span>$40 USD</span></div></div></div><div class="content-conclusion"><p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><strong>Atwell Benefits:</strong>&nbsp;To attract and retain the best professionals in the industry, we aim to provide an excellent working environment and a progressive benefits program designed to support your personal and professional needs.</span></p> <p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><strong>Work/Life:</strong></span></p> <ul> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Generous Paid Time Off</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Paid Parental Leave</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Flexible work schedules are available for some positions</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Tenure Awards — Travel Vouchers to see the world based on your travel preferences</span></li> </ul> <p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><strong>Compensation:</strong></span></p> <ul> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Competitive Compensation packages&nbsp;</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Annual bonuses, spot bonuses and peer recognition awards</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">401K match - 1:1 up to 4% of compensation&nbsp;</li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Tuition Assistance</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Student Loan Repayment&nbsp;</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Paid Licensing / Certification Fees and Renewals</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Financial Rewards for Obtaining Licensure</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Employee Referrals&nbsp;</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Annual Wellness Reimbursement for anything wellness related (Gym memberships, fitness tracker, home gym equipment, etc.)</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Dependent Care Match</span></li> </ul> <p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><strong>‘Atwell’ness:</strong></span></p> <ul> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Medical (BC/BS), Dental (Delta), and Vision (VSP)</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Family Planning &amp; IVF Benefits</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Pet Insurance</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Health Savings Account &amp; Flex Spending Account options</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Employer paid LTD, STD, and life insurance</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Metlife Supplemental Benefits covering accident, hospitalization, and critical illness</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Member Assistance Program (MAP) with complimentary counseling sessions, legal benefits, financial consultations, and work/life referral services</span></li> </ul></div>