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Who We Are
Atwell, LLC 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 & 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!
Atwell, LLC is a proud recipient of the following 2025 awards:
- Ten consecutive years in a row as a "Best Place to Work" by Zweig Group (#11)
- Recognized as #70 in the ENR Top 500 Design Firms, ranked in every region
- Recognized in Crain's "Fast 50" as one of the fastest-growing companies (#14)
- Recognized as the 2025 ENR Design Firm of the year for the Southeastern US
Job Description
Atwell is seeking Right of Way Specialists to support linear pipeline projects across the Delmarva Peninsula, including Delaware, Maryland's Eastern Shore, and Virginia's Eastern Shore. This opportunity offers the potential to grow into a long-term program supporting pipeline and other energy infrastructure projects throughout the Mid-Atlantic.
Responsibilities
- Acquire easements, rights of way, permits, and other land rights needed for linear pipeline projects
- Meet with landowners, explain project requirements, and negotiate agreements
- Maintain positive relationships with property owners, public agencies, attorneys, and project stakeholders
- Review title reports, ownership information, and property records as needed
- Coordinate with project managers, title teams, surveyors, engineers, environmental teams, and document specialists
- Track acquisition progress and maintain accurate project documentation
- Prepare status reports and communicate project updates to leadership and clients
- Support pipeline and other energy infrastructure projects as assigned
Qualifications
- Experience in right of way, land acquisition, real estate, title, utility, energy, transportation, or related industries
- Knowledge of easement acquisition, property rights, and landowner negotiations
- Strong communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills
- Ability to work independently in a field-based environment
- Ability to travel throughout the Delmarva Peninsula as needed
- Experience supporting linear pipeline, oil and gas, electric transmission, renewable energy, or other energy infrastructure projects
- Working knowledge of title research, ownership verification, and property records
- Experience acquiring easements, fee acquisitions, licenses, permits, and other land rights
- Delmarva or Mid-Atlantic pipeline and/or energy project experience
- IRWA certification or related industry certifications
Disclaimer
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.
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.
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Atwell Benefits: 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.
Work/Life:
- Generous Paid Time Off
- Paid Parental Leave
- Flexible work schedules are available for some positions
- Tenure Awards — Travel Vouchers to see the world based on your travel preferences
Compensation:
- Competitive Compensation packages
- Annual bonuses, spot bonuses and peer recognition awards
- 401K match - 1:1 up to 4% of compensation
- Tuition Assistance
- Student Loan Repayment
- Paid Licensing / Certification Fees and Renewals
- Financial Rewards for Obtaining Licensure
- Employee Referrals
- Annual Wellness Reimbursement for anything wellness related (Gym memberships, fitness tracker, home gym equipment, etc.)
- Dependent Care Match
'Atwell'ness:
- Medical (BC/BS), Dental (Delta), and Vision (VSP)
- Family Planning & IVF Benefits
- Pet Insurance
- Health Savings Account & Flex Spending Account options
- Employer paid LTD, STD, and life insurance
- Metlife Supplemental Benefits covering accident, hospitalization, and critical illness
- Member Assistance Program (MAP) with complimentary counseling sessions, legal benefits, financial consultations, and work/life referral services
Who We Are
Atwell, LLC 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 & 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!
Atwell, LLC is a proud recipient of the following 2025 awards:
- Ten consecutive years in a row as a "Best Place to Work" by Zweig Group (#11)
- Recognized as #70 in the ENR Top 500 Design Firms, ranked in every region
- Recognized in Crain's "Fast 50" as one of the fastest-growing companies (#14)
- Recognized as the 2025 ENR Design Firm of the year for the Southeastern US
Job Description
Atwell is seeking Right of Way Specialists to support linear pipeline projects across the Delmarva Peninsula, including Delaware, Maryland's Eastern Shore, and Virginia's Eastern Shore. This opportunity offers the potential to grow into a long-term program supporting pipeline and other energy infrastructure projects throughout the Mid-Atlantic.
Responsibilities
- Acquire easements, rights of way, permits, and other land rights needed for linear pipeline projects
- Meet with landowners, explain project requirements, and negotiate agreements
- Maintain positive relationships with property owners, public agencies, attorneys, and project stakeholders
- Review title reports, ownership information, and property records as needed
- Coordinate with project managers, title teams, surveyors, engineers, environmental teams, and document specialists
- Track acquisition progress and maintain accurate project documentation
- Prepare status reports and communicate project updates to leadership and clients
- Support pipeline and other energy infrastructure projects as assigned
Qualifications
- Experience in right of way, land acquisition, real estate, title, utility, energy, transportation, or related industries
- Knowledge of easement acquisition, property rights, and landowner negotiations
- Strong communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills
- Ability to work independently in a field-based environment
- Ability to travel throughout the Delmarva Peninsula as needed
- Experience supporting linear pipeline, oil and gas, electric transmission, renewable energy, or other energy infrastructure projects
- Working knowledge of title research, ownership verification, and property records
- Experience acquiring easements, fee acquisitions, licenses, permits, and other land rights
- Delmarva or Mid-Atlantic pipeline and/or energy project experience
- IRWA certification or related industry certifications
Disclaimer
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.
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.
#LI-mt1
Atwell Benefits: 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.
Work/Life:
- Generous Paid Time Off
- Paid Parental Leave
- Flexible work schedules are available for some positions
- Tenure Awards — Travel Vouchers to see the world based on your travel preferences
Compensation:
- Competitive Compensation packages
- Annual bonuses, spot bonuses and peer recognition awards
- 401K match - 1:1 up to 4% of compensation
- Tuition Assistance
- Student Loan Repayment
- Paid Licensing / Certification Fees and Renewals
- Financial Rewards for Obtaining Licensure
- Employee Referrals
- Annual Wellness Reimbursement for anything wellness related (Gym memberships, fitness tracker, home gym equipment, etc.)
- Dependent Care Match
'Atwell'ness:
- Medical (BC/BS), Dental (Delta), and Vision (VSP)
- Family Planning & IVF Benefits
- Pet Insurance
- Health Savings Account & Flex Spending Account options
- Employer paid LTD, STD, and life insurance
- Metlife Supplemental Benefits covering accident, hospitalization, and critical illness
- Member Assistance Program (MAP) with complimentary counseling sessions, legal benefits, financial consultations, and work/life referral services
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Who's Hiring
- Infrastructure Consulting & Engineering11
- K. Hovnanian Companies9
- D.R. Horton7
- Bowman5
- Garden Street Communities5
Top Industries Hiring
- Construction & Real Estate
- Manufacturing
- Consulting & Professional Services
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in land acquisition specialist jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in real estate, urban planning, business, or a related field
- Experience negotiating purchase contracts and option agreements for land parcels
- Proficiency reading and interpreting surveys, title reports, and plat maps
- Active real estate license in the applicable state or willingness to obtain one
- Familiarity with entitlement processes including zoning, variances, and municipal approvals
- Experience using GIS software or mapping tools to evaluate site feasibility
Tips for Your Land Acquisition Specialist Job Search
Tailor your resume for entitlement history
Hiring managers for land acquisition roles want to see specific entitlement wins, not just deal counts. List the municipalities you've worked with, the zoning changes you secured, and the acreage those projects covered. Generic real estate experience won't stand out.
Get your real estate license before applying
Many employers require an active state real estate license even for in-house land acquisition roles. Check the licensing requirements in your target state early, because the coursework and exam timeline can delay your applications by weeks.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists land acquisition specialist openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Search by asset class, not just title
Job postings for this role vary by employer type. Search for 'land buyer', 'site acquisition analyst', and 'right-of-way agent' alongside 'land acquisition specialist' to avoid missing openings from homebuilders, utilities, and cell tower companies.
Prepare a site-selection case study for interviews
Interviewers frequently ask you to walk through a past acquisition from initial site identification to close. Prepare a concise case study that covers how you sourced the parcel, negotiated terms, managed due diligence, and cleared title issues.
Negotiate relocation terms before accepting an offer
Land acquisition roles often require you to work in a specific geography tied to active development pipelines. If a role requires relocation, negotiate relocation assistance and a territory agreement before signing, since the pipeline that justifies the hire can shift after you join.
Land Acquisition Specialist Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most land acquisition specialists?
Infrastructure Consulting & Engineering, K. Hovnanian Companies, and D.R. Horton are hiring the most land acquisition specialists right now, with openings concentrated in Florida, North Carolina, and South Carolina, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Homebuilders, energy developers, and cell tower companies tend to post the highest volume of these roles year-round.
How many land acquisition specialist jobs are remote?
About 43% of land acquisition specialist openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the hands-on, field-driven nature of most land roles. Sub-specialties with the most remote flexibility include data-focused site selection, GIS analysis, and contract administration, where on-site visits are less frequent.
How do you become a land acquisition specialist?
Start with a degree in real estate, urban planning, civil engineering, or business, then obtain your state real estate license. Build early experience in real estate transactions, title work, or municipal planning to understand entitlement. Move into a junior land buyer or land analyst role at a homebuilder or developer, where you learn parcel sourcing, contract negotiation, and due diligence before advancing to a full acquisition role.
How do you get hired as a land acquisition specialist with little experience?
Target entry-level land analyst or land coordinator roles at regional homebuilders or commercial developers, which are designed to train candidates who understand real estate fundamentals but lack direct acquisition experience. Demonstrating knowledge of local zoning codes, GIS tools, and title basics will differentiate you. A real estate license and any hands-on exposure to property transactions, even from brokerage or title work, strengthens your candidacy significantly.
What does the land acquisition specialist interview process look like?
Most employers use a two-to-three round process. The first round is a screening call focused on your background in real estate transactions and familiarity with entitlement. The second round is typically a panel interview with the land team director and sometimes a finance or development lead, where you walk through past deals in detail. Some employers add a case study round asking you to evaluate a hypothetical parcel for acquisition viability.
Where can I find and apply to land acquisition specialist jobs?
You can find and apply to land acquisition specialist jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search for roles that match your experience level and target geography, then apply directly to each listing that fits.
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