Lands and Realty Specialist with Security Clearance

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Job description

As a recognized leader in real estate and facilities services, The Building People provides innovative solutions that integrate technology, buildings, and people through strategic thought leadership and expertise. We enhance our customers' ability to build a culture that optimizes performance in the built environment. Our strategy leads clients towards the future of facilities through a connected real estate model that propagates new norms to deliver organizational efficiency, sustainability, and savings. Real estate and the facilities landscape are changing. Join us, and we will lead this change together. Our top priority is hiring and retaining top talent in all areas of our organization. At The Building People, our goal is to foster integrity and a work culture that motivates and inspires employees to succeed. We are excited that our team is growing rapidly, which means we need you! The Building People's Market Offerings and Business Lines include: Real Estate & Workplace Facilities Management & Maintenance Engineering & Construction Management Energy & Environmental Technology Integration Sustainability & Smart Buildings Human Capital Mission Support Job Description The Building People has a need for a full-time Lands and Realty Specialist (Realty Technician IV) supporting the Engineering and Construction Division. The employee will provide technical support services and perform the following duties and tasks: Reviews design plans and specifications for conformance with WAPA's transmission line right-of-ways and interaction with other right-of-ways and reports back to the DSW Lands personnel regarding any potential safety hazards, clearance problems or operation/maintenance obstructions. Documents all conflicts within the transmission line right-of-ways to include any proposed recommendations on required modifications to the specifications to eliminate the conflict(s). May be required to meet with landowners and/or representatives of State, county, railroad, oil, gas, electric utilities and irrigation districts to describe various planned transmission line projects. Assists in the preparation of contracts, easements and supporting documents to acquire land rights for the Government contract negotiator. The Contractor Realty Specialists are not authorized to modify the terms and conditions of any contract, nor direct additional work, nor waive any requirements of the contract or to settle any claim or dispute on behalf of the Government. Conducts research to obtain land ownership information via computer systems and/or by visiting various county courthouses within the service area to obtain this information. Uses the information to assist in the preparation and/or modification of legal descriptions, tract plats and ownership maps. Assists in periodic real property reviews to assure the proper maintenance of an inventory record of DSW lands and land rights are current. May coordinate and attend various meetings in the office or field with entities involved in projects that impact WAPA's facilities. Assists in the preparation of contracts, easements and supporting documents to acquire land rights for the Government contract negotiator. The Contractor Realty Specialists are not authorized to modify the terms and conditions of any contract, nor direct additional work, nor waive any requirements of the contract or to settle any claim or dispute on behalf of the Government. Conducts research to obtain land ownership information via computer systems and/or by visiting various county courthouses within the service area to obtain this information. Uses the information to assist in the preparation and/or modification of legal descriptions, tract plats and ownership maps. Assists in periodic real property reviews to assure the proper maintenance of an inventory record of DSW lands and land rights are current. Skills & Requirements Required Experience Five (5) plus years of working in a Lands/Realty group for a utility (as a Realty Specialist). General knowledge of utility construction practices. Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications. Education High School Graduate or Equivalent Work Location: Maricopa County, Arizona, WAPA Desert South West Regional Office. There are some instances when a position may be dispatched to other locations for site visits or longer periods as deemed necessary. Qualifications Our positions may require a background screening and clearance directly from the Government. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Competitive benefits for eligible employees include: Medical & Rx Dental Vision Flexible Spending Accounts 401(k) Retirement Plan Life Insurance/AD&D Long Term Disability and Short-Term Disability Paid Time Off Holiday Pay All positions require a background check after acceptance of our offer. The selected candidate will be eligible to begin employment before the background check has been finalized. However, continued employment will be contingent upon the results of your reference/background check from The Building People, LLC. Your position may require special credentialing, clearance, and access as a condition of employment. In the event the government or client does not sponsor or approve your clearance, it may result in termination of your employment. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by email at and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this e-mail address. For more information, view the EEO is the Law Poster and Pay Transparency Statement . Powered by Hirebridge

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