H-1B Visa Right of Way Agent Jobs
Right of Way Agent roles qualify as H-1B specialty occupations under DOL guidelines, requiring a bachelor's degree in real estate, urban planning, or a related field. Employers in utilities, transportation agencies, and engineering firms regularly sponsor H-1B petitions for this title. Find verified sponsoring employers on Migrate Mate.
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Take Your Career to the Next level
Are you ready to be challenged, make a difference, and experience professional growth in your career? Kleinfelder's Right-of-Way team is looking for you! As a Right-of-Way Agent II you will provide administrative support to the group and assist with various Right-of-Way (ROW) assignments such as real estate acquisition, relocation advisory assistance and property management administration. This position is available in our Pittsburgh, PA, office.
Step into Your New Role
Responsibilities:
- Conduct complex negotiations with landowners.
- Read and interpret property appraisals, title reports, plans and legal descriptions.
- Prepare real property comparative sales analysis.
- Evaluate relocation benefit payment eligibilities.
- Complete property management tasks and work with clients to clear ROW.
Qualifications:
- High school diploma or GED (college education preferred).
- 2-5 years of relevant ROW experience.
- Working knowledge of real estate practices and principles.
- Experience working with the Uniform Relocation Assistance and Real Property Acquisition Policies Act of 1970 for Federally Assisted Programs as amended (Uniform Act).
- Computer literacy with knowledge of using MS Office products.
- Must possess strong interpersonal and communication skills.
- Possession of current notary seal or ability to obtain one.
- Certified General Appraiser and Licensed Real Estate Broker or Salesperson desired.
- Candidates who have civil engineering education and/or experience are encouraged to apply.
Following an offer, candidates will be required to satisfactorily complete employment reference checks, verification of professional licensure and/or educational credentials, a motor vehicle report (MVR), and a comprehensive background check.
Move Forward with Kleinfelder
Kleinfelder has been connecting great people to the best work since 1961. We are engineers, scientists, and construction professionals providing solutions that improve our clients’ transportation, water, energy, and other private infrastructure. As a responsive, cross-disciplinary team of bright, curious, and innovative problem-solvers, we are dedicated to doing the right thing, every day, on every project from over 100 offices in the US, Canada, and Australia. Connecting great people to the best work is our purpose – together, we deliver.
Progress with an Employer that Values You
Kleinfelder is an inclusive organization free from discrimination. We are a stronger organization when we are a diverse workforce and believe that through diversity, equity, and inclusion comes creativity, innovation, and unity. We are proud to offer the following:
Benefits: Kleinfelder offers excellent compensation and benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) plan, and paid holidays.
Career Development: We are committed to investing in the professional development of our staff, offering each employee every opportunity to grow, develop, and take control of their career paths. We support these efforts through reimbursements for continuing education as well as many of the expenses associated with trainings and certifications, and opportunities for career development through our internal Mentoring Program.
Equal Opportunity: Kleinfelder is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Minorities/Women/Disabled/Veterans. (Compliant with the new VEVRAA and Section 503 rules)
NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES
Please note that Kleinfelder does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Recruitment Fee Agreement, Kleinfelder will not consider or agree to payment for any referral compensation or recruiter fee. In the event a recruiter or agency submits a resume or candidate without a previously signed agreement, Kleinfelder explicitly reserves the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. Any unsolicited resume, including those submitted to hiring managers, are deemed to be the property of Kleinfelder.
Job Description
Take Your Career to the Next level
Are you ready to be challenged, make a difference, and experience professional growth in your career? Kleinfelder's Right-of-Way team is looking for you! As a Right-of-Way Agent II you will provide administrative support to the group and assist with various Right-of-Way (ROW) assignments such as real estate acquisition, relocation advisory assistance and property management administration. This position is available in our Pittsburgh, PA, office.
Step into Your New Role
Responsibilities:
- Conduct complex negotiations with landowners.
- Read and interpret property appraisals, title reports, plans and legal descriptions.
- Prepare real property comparative sales analysis.
- Evaluate relocation benefit payment eligibilities.
- Complete property management tasks and work with clients to clear ROW.
Qualifications:
- High school diploma or GED (college education preferred).
- 2-5 years of relevant ROW experience.
- Working knowledge of real estate practices and principles.
- Experience working with the Uniform Relocation Assistance and Real Property Acquisition Policies Act of 1970 for Federally Assisted Programs as amended (Uniform Act).
- Computer literacy with knowledge of using MS Office products.
- Must possess strong interpersonal and communication skills.
- Possession of current notary seal or ability to obtain one.
- Certified General Appraiser and Licensed Real Estate Broker or Salesperson desired.
- Candidates who have civil engineering education and/or experience are encouraged to apply.
Following an offer, candidates will be required to satisfactorily complete employment reference checks, verification of professional licensure and/or educational credentials, a motor vehicle report (MVR), and a comprehensive background check.
Move Forward with Kleinfelder
Kleinfelder has been connecting great people to the best work since 1961. We are engineers, scientists, and construction professionals providing solutions that improve our clients’ transportation, water, energy, and other private infrastructure. As a responsive, cross-disciplinary team of bright, curious, and innovative problem-solvers, we are dedicated to doing the right thing, every day, on every project from over 100 offices in the US, Canada, and Australia. Connecting great people to the best work is our purpose – together, we deliver.
Progress with an Employer that Values You
Kleinfelder is an inclusive organization free from discrimination. We are a stronger organization when we are a diverse workforce and believe that through diversity, equity, and inclusion comes creativity, innovation, and unity. We are proud to offer the following:
Benefits: Kleinfelder offers excellent compensation and benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) plan, and paid holidays.
Career Development: We are committed to investing in the professional development of our staff, offering each employee every opportunity to grow, develop, and take control of their career paths. We support these efforts through reimbursements for continuing education as well as many of the expenses associated with trainings and certifications, and opportunities for career development through our internal Mentoring Program.
Equal Opportunity: Kleinfelder is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Minorities/Women/Disabled/Veterans. (Compliant with the new VEVRAA and Section 503 rules)
NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES
Please note that Kleinfelder does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Recruitment Fee Agreement, Kleinfelder will not consider or agree to payment for any referral compensation or recruiter fee. In the event a recruiter or agency submits a resume or candidate without a previously signed agreement, Kleinfelder explicitly reserves the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. Any unsolicited resume, including those submitted to hiring managers, are deemed to be the property of Kleinfelder.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship in Right of Way Agent
Verify your degree field matches the role
USCIS requires a direct connection between your degree and the Right of Way Agent position. Degrees in real estate, urban planning, civil engineering, or public administration typically satisfy specialty occupation requirements. A general business degree may trigger an RFE.
Target infrastructure and utility employers specifically
Pipeline companies, electric utilities, state DOT contractors, and engineering firms like AECOM or WSP file LCAs for Right of Way Agents far more consistently than commercial real estate firms. Filter your search by these employer types on Migrate Mate.
Check prevailing wage before negotiating your offer
Run your job title and work location through the OFLC Wage Search before any salary conversation. Your employer's LCA must certify wages at or above the DOL prevailing wage for your specific county, and underbidding yourself creates compliance problems later.
Document your right-of-way certifications for the petition
The International Right of Way Association's SR/WA designation strengthens your H-1B petition by demonstrating specialized knowledge. Include your certification letters and continuing education records in the supporting evidence package your employer submits with Form I-129.
Ask employers about cap-exempt filing options
Some Right of Way Agent roles sit inside universities, research institutions, or government contractors that qualify as cap-exempt H-1B employers. These employers can file year-round without lottery exposure, which matters if you're mid-project on OPT or another expiring status.
Confirm your O*NET job zone before the employer files
The O*NET profile for Right of Way Agents classifies this as a Job Zone 4 occupation requiring substantial preparation. Ask your employer's immigration counsel to cite this classification in the I-129 support letter to preempt specialty occupation challenges from USCIS.
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Find Right of Way Agent JobsRight of Way Agent H-1B Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Right of Way Agent role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
Yes, provided the employer can demonstrate the position normally requires at least a bachelor's degree in a directly related field such as real estate, urban planning, or civil engineering. USCIS scrutinizes Right of Way Agent petitions more closely than some other professional roles, so the job description must clearly reflect degree-level analytical responsibilities, not just transactional land acquisition tasks.
Which types of employers sponsor H-1B visas for Right of Way Agents?
Electric and gas utilities, pipeline operators, state and local transportation contractors, and large infrastructure engineering firms are the most consistent H-1B sponsors for this role. Federal agencies and public universities that manage real property portfolios also hire Right of Way Agents and may file as cap-exempt employers. Use Migrate Mate to filter for employers with verified LCA filing history for this title.
How does the H-1B prevailing wage requirement affect Right of Way Agent offers?
Your employer must certify through an LCA that your offered wage meets or exceeds the DOL prevailing wage for Right of Way Agents in your specific work location. Wages vary significantly by region, especially between rural pipeline corridors and urban transit projects. Run the OFLC Wage Search using your SOC code and county before accepting an offer to confirm the employer's wage is compliant.
Can I switch Right of Way Agent employers while on H-1B status?
Yes, under H-1B portability rules, you can start working for a new employer once they file an H-1B transfer petition, as long as you're currently in valid status and your prior petition was approved. The new employer must file a new LCA certified for the specific project location, which matters for Right of Way roles that shift between job sites across county or state lines.
Does the SR/WA certification help with H-1B approval for this role?
It strengthens the petition but doesn't substitute for a qualifying degree. The SR/WA designation from the International Right of Way Association signals specialized professional knowledge and supports the specialty occupation argument, particularly if your degree field isn't a direct match. Immigration counsel typically includes it in the I-129 support letter to reinforce the position's complexity and degree-level requirements.
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