Description

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At HDR, we specialize in engineering, architecture, environmental and construction services. While we are most well-known for adding beauty and structure to communities through high-performance buildings and smart infrastructure, we provide much more than that. We create an unshakable foundation for progress because our multidisciplinary teams also include scientists, economists, builders, analysts and artists. That's why we believe diversity is our greatest strength. HDR is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and an affirmative action employer.

Watch Our Story:' https://www.hdrinc.com/our-story'

We believe that the way we work can add meaning and value to the world. That ideas inspire positive change. That coloring outside the lines can illuminate fresh perspectives. And that small details yield important realizations. Above all, we believe that collaboration is the best way forward.

We are seeking Right of Way professionals to fill positions in Chattanooga, TN, and Knoxville, TN, Jackson TN. 

Requirements

Responsibilities include: 
Perform basic principles in reading, writing, retracing and interpreting legal descriptions, such as parent parcel; metes and bounds; and subdivision
Review and identify title defects and curative requirements; bringing these matters to the attention of Project Manager, RES Agent, client, title manager or underwriter, as appropriate
Preparation of project reports, and review of title document packages
Maintain accurate records of title research activities to ensure appropriate back-up information exists
Works closely with and at the direction of team members, including Project Managers, RES Title Agent 3 staff, RES Tech 3 staff and RES Agent 3 staff
Supports RES Title Agent 3 with development and participates in training junior staff by providing insight and instruction regarding task completion and procedure
Recognize when to escalate title issues to RES Agent and Project Manager
Perform additional duties as assigned
Preferred Qualifications
Degree or certification pertaining to right of way, title, paralegal, real property law or mortgage lending, or equivalent experience
Prequalified or the ability to become prequalified with TDOT within 3 months 
Experience closing acquisition parcels and delivering warrants 
Current Tennessee notary, or ability to obtain notary within 3 months
A minimum of 3 years completing title research from courthouse records and completing an associated report 
 

Required Qualifications
A minimum of 3 years experience with right of way, title, paralegal, real property law or mortgage lending
Must have ability to understand real estate documents such as appraisal, environmental, survey, deeds, easements, deeds of trust, mechanics liens, tax liens, judgments, court records, assessments, probates and other matters of record
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Solid organizational and planning skills
Specific industry regulatory knowledge a plus
Database, ProjectWise and GIS familiarity a plus
Proficient with MS Office Suite, Webex and Teams