Right of Way Agent Jobs in Texas
Right of Way Agent jobs in Texas are among the most active in the country, concentrated in energy infrastructure, transportation corridors, and public utilities across the state from entry-level field roles through senior project management positions. Houston, Dallas-Fort Worth, and Austin account for the largest share of openings, where employers such as ONCOR, Kinder Morgan, and the Texas Department of Transportation maintain consistent right of way staffing needs. The most in-demand specialties include pipeline corridor acquisitions, transmission line easements, and municipal right of way for transit and highway expansion. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Job ID: #4973
Location: Pecos, Texas
Posted Date: 09/16/2026
Job Category: Acquisition
Job Description
CLS is looking for an experienced Right of Way Agent in Pecos, TX. This position is responsible for the field level investigations to obtain all information needed for land values, agencies requiring permits, crop data, potential areas of concern along the route, etc. This person is an experienced agent, able to perform a variety of duties independently.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Contact the owners of interests in land regarding the acquisition of real property rights, amendments of rights, notifications of entry, settlement of claims and other matters.
- Responsible for purchasing property by negotiating with the property owners, analyzing property appraisals, and making recommendations to the client using real estate practices, legal concepts, governmental standards and regulations.
- Represent the client in complex negotiations with property owners and attorneys.
- Responsible for recommending to the client whether a reasonable compromise is likely and further negotiations should be pursued or whether to pursue condemnation litigation.
- Responsible for recommending payment increases to the client if the property owner has a legitimate basis for seeking a substantially higher amount.
- Responsible for estimating areas of potential damage in advance of construction and accumulate information as to damages occurring during construction.
- Responsible for preparing lawsuit packages for condemnation proceedings, assisting the client’s attorney, and serving as an expert witness in mediation or trial if the negotiation process fails.
- Capable of working unsupervised in a variety of roles.
- Well qualified in a specialized area such as regulatory matters or acquisition that they are selected to work only in this area of special expertise.
- May be responsible for Right of Way operations and maintenance.
Accountability:
- This position is responsible for working with all office staff, ensuring a healthy work environment and the satisfaction of all staff.
- Must be able to work effectively and professionally with office staff, the client and landowners.
Qualification Requirements (minimum and preferred requirements):
- Must be willing to work in Pecos, TX (per diem is available).
- Must have an active TREC.
- Must have 2+ years of Right of Way experience.
Education:
- Associate’s degree or two years of college and two plus years of Right of Way experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Experience:
- Experience in interpretation of documents and in the use of all of the tools required in the Right-of-Way field.
- Extensive acquisition experience.
- Broad array of knowledge in all phases of Right-of-Way.
- Understanding of environmental issues.
Licensing:
- Must have a valid driver’s license.
- Must maintain minimum automobile liability insurance in the amount of $100,000/$300,000/$100,000.
Language Skills:
- Requires excellent oral and written communication and presentation skills.
- Must be able to write clearly and concisely to prepare reports, specifications, and correspondence.
Mathematical Skills:
- Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, percentages, and decimals.
- Reasoning Ability:
- Ability to apply commonsense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.
- Ability to deal with problems involving several variables in standardized situations.
Other Skills and Abilities:
- Intermediate computer skills and familiarity with general PC operation.
- Intermediate software skills with all Microsoft Office applications.
- Ability to learn new computer programs rapidly.
- Ability and willingness to move rapidly from place to place and meet timeline constraints.
- Capacity to be flexible, multi-task and maintain a great attitude.
- Ability to be a team player.
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What Texas Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in right of way agent jobs across Texas.
- Active membership or certification through the International Right of Way Association preferred by most Texas employers
- Experience acquiring easements or property rights for energy, pipeline, or transportation projects in Texas
- Proficiency reading legal descriptions, survey plats, title reports, and deed records
- Familiarity with Texas property law, eminent domain statutes, and landowner negotiation procedures
- Valid Texas driver's license with the ability to travel to field sites across rural and urban areas
- Working knowledge of GIS mapping tools and land management software such as Landworks or LandWorks Pro
Right of Way Agent Jobs in Texas: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a right of way agent in Texas?
Texas does not require a state-issued license to work as a right of way agent, but most employers expect either a bachelor's degree in real estate, business, or a related field, or demonstrated experience in land acquisition. The most recognized industry credential is the SR/WA designation from the International Right of Way Association, which has active Texas chapters in Houston and Dallas that offer coursework and networking for those entering the field.
Which companies hire right of way agents in Texas?
Employers hiring right of way agents in Texas right now include Flint Hills Resources, Purple Land Management, and Bowman, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Texas's dense energy and transportation infrastructure means hiring cycles here tend to run continuously, with pipeline operators, electric utilities, and state transportation contractors among the most consistent sources of openings.
Which Texas cities have the most right of way agent jobs?
Houston, San Antonio, and Austin have the most right of way agent openings in Texas. Houston leads because it is the center of the state's oil and gas pipeline network, Dallas-Fort Worth drives demand through rapid highway expansion and utility buildout, and Austin's sustained population and infrastructure growth has increased both municipal and private right of way activity.
Are there remote right of way agent jobs in Texas?
Yes, but they're rare. Right of way work is inherently field-intensive, requiring site visits, in-person landowner negotiations, and physical document review, so fully remote roles are limited. About 0% of right of way agent openings tied to Texas are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, and those positions typically involve document review, title research, or project coordination rather than active acquisition fieldwork.
How can I get hired as a right of way agent in Texas with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is a right of way technician or land tech role, where you support senior agents on title research, easement documentation, and database management without leading negotiations. Large Texas employers such as ONCOR and TxDOT contract offices bring on entry-level technicians and some offer structured associate programs. Completing introductory coursework through the International Right of Way Association's Texas chapters and earning a notary commission adds credibility for candidates without field experience.
Where can I find and apply to right of way agent jobs in Texas?
You can find and apply to right of way agent jobs in Texas on Migrate Mate, which lists current Texas openings across energy, transportation, and public utility employers. Search the listings to find roles that match your experience level and location, then apply directly to the ones that fit.
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