About this opportunity
Snyder & Associates, Inc. lists this Right-of-Way Acquisition Manager opportunity in ankeny, Iowa. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Overview
Snyder & Associates, Inc. is a well-established civil and structural engineering consulting firm known for delivering thoughtful, high-quality solutions to public and private clients. As project demands for right-of-way services continue to grow, we are excited to expand our team with a right-of-way (ROW) acquisition manager based in our Ankeny office.
As a ROW acquisition manager with real estate expertise, you will join our team of specialists who focus on municipal, transportation, and water resource projects. Through our flexible management approach, you will be empowered to carve your own path to professional growth through innovation and continuous improvement.
In this role, you will provide leadership to the firm’s ROW acquisition services and work closely with a ROW agent who will perform negotiations and acquisition activities. You will establish project strategy, coordinate ROW work, and ensure acquisition activities align with project schedules, budgets, and client expectations.
Responsibilities
This role involves supporting our internal and external clients in the negotiation and acquisition of real estate right-of-way necessary for completion of engineering projects. Responsibilities include:
Lead and manage ROW projects from initiation through completion, including document preparation, project schedules, and coordination with project teams
Coordinate and assign ROW acquisition activities to the ROW agent, providing direction and support as needed
Collaborate with engineering, surveying, and other project team members regarding ROW activities and the overall project schedule
Negotiate and facilitate the acquisition of property rights as required by various projects; property rights may include, but are not limited to, rights of entry, temporary or perpetual easements, and fee title
Research and analyze land ownership documents to prepare land rights and easement grants
Read and interpret property appraisals, title reports, plans and legal descriptions
Communicate project details and impacts with property owners and their representatives in an ethical and professional manner, presenting in arranged appointments on-site, virtually, and in public meetings
Meet with property owners or their representatives to negotiate and acquire their holdings
Prepare and/or consummate purchase agreements, deeds, easements, extended occupancy agreements
Lead efforts to generate new ROW business
Qualifications
Experience with right-of-way acquisition process
Active Iowa real estate license
Possess or ability to obtain an Iowa real estate Broker’s License
Skilled in negotiation and relationship-building
Basic knowledge of interpreting and reviewing engineering plans and construction details
Skilled at achieving project objectives, balanced with maintaining strong client and property owner relationships
The successful candidate will be goal driven with strong organizational skills; high attention to detail; excellent interpersonal communication skills; and the ability to manage competing priorities.
Why Snyder & Associates?
Ownership at Snyder & Associates is held by employee shareholders, fostering a culture of accountability and long-term commitment
Local decision-making — not driven by private equity or absentee investors
Meaningful projects that serve Iowa communities and strengthen regional infrastructure
Strong relationships with public and private clients
Opportunities for technical leadership, project ownership, and continued professional growth
Stable, respected firm with deep roots in Iowa
Supportive culture that values teamwork, integrity, and long-term partnerships
Life At Snyder
Snyder & Associates has grown to become a large regional civil engineering and planning firm in the Midwest. With thirteen office locations in five states, the communities we serve are the same places we proudly call home. For us, it’s about more than just the project at hand. It’s about improving community quality of life, which is why 94 percent of our existing clients continue to trust us as an extension of their staff. Watch the Snyder & Associates About Us Video to learn more. You’ll also find a welcoming, family‑oriented atmosphere that encourages connection, celebrates achievements, and offers opportunities to engage with the community and bring engineering to life outside the office, empowering you to grow your career while making a difference in the places we proudly call home.
Snyder & Associates, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws.
Snyder & Associates, Inc. is an E-Verify employer.
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Worksite address
ankeny, IA, 50015, US
Who can apply
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