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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INTRODUCTION
THIS JOB DESCRIPTION DOES NOT ATTEMPT TO LIST ALL OF THE DUTIES THAT ARE OR MAY BE PERFORMED IN THIS POSITION
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Observes, evaluates, coordinates and oversees third party contractors on operating facilities to assure right of way. Assures compliance with established Company standards and specifications, local, state and federal regulations.
- Manages relationships with land owners and negotiates to obtain land rights from property owners, attorneys or agents including land owned by public bodies.
- Resolves, negotiates, and diffuses land owner disputes and critical complaints.
- Negotiates monetary settlements for property damage caused by construction work or landowner disputes.
- Evaluates and maintains Company's right of way records to assure compliance with local, state and federal regulations.
- Researches courthouse and other records to determine legal ownership, property descriptions, ownership details and signatures required for procurement of right-of-way authorization of property ownership.
- Prepares right of way documents including plat detailing proposed work and land rights provisions. Prepares letters of restrictions applicable to proposed construction work.
- Analyzes easements, leases, licenses, permits, contracts and related right of way documents for compliance and to assure proper maintenance of company assets.
- Works with the Company's legal organization to manage litigation and right of way issues.
- Provides training and technical directions in land rights acquisition to other employees engaged in similar work. Reviews all right-of-way instruments for accuracy and completeness prior to execution.
- Provides guidance and mentoring to lower level Right of Way employees. Reviews work prepared by lower level employees.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's degree in Business, Real Estate, Engineering or related field and three years of right of way experience; or equivalent.
COMMUNICATION SKILLS
Requires excellent verbal and written skills to persuade and/or influence internal customers and external stakeholders (including landowners, attorneys, developers and governmental officials) on critical matters regarding easement/land rights, contractual issues and operational issues. Requires advanced negotiation skills.
NUMERIC SKILLS
Requires the ability to perform basic addition, subtraction, multiplication and division.
COMPUTER SKILLS
Requires a working knowledge of various business computer applications in order to create standardized documents, reports or graphs. Advanced user with Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Adobe Professional, and Google Earth.
WORK CONDITIONS
This position will work in both indoor and outdoor environments. Requires occasionally performing activities including, but not limited to, bending, stooping, grasping, reaching, twisting, turning and/or lifting. Requires valid driver's license and frequent extended travel may be required.
Atmos Energy Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, or veteran status.
Job Family:
Right of Way
INTRODUCTION
THIS JOB DESCRIPTION DOES NOT ATTEMPT TO LIST ALL OF THE DUTIES THAT ARE OR MAY BE PERFORMED IN THIS POSITION
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Observes, evaluates, coordinates and oversees third party contractors on operating facilities to assure right of way. Assures compliance with established Company standards and specifications, local, state and federal regulations.
- Manages relationships with land owners and negotiates to obtain land rights from property owners, attorneys or agents including land owned by public bodies.
- Resolves, negotiates, and diffuses land owner disputes and critical complaints.
- Negotiates monetary settlements for property damage caused by construction work or landowner disputes.
- Evaluates and maintains Company's right of way records to assure compliance with local, state and federal regulations.
- Researches courthouse and other records to determine legal ownership, property descriptions, ownership details and signatures required for procurement of right-of-way authorization of property ownership.
- Prepares right of way documents including plat detailing proposed work and land rights provisions. Prepares letters of restrictions applicable to proposed construction work.
- Analyzes easements, leases, licenses, permits, contracts and related right of way documents for compliance and to assure proper maintenance of company assets.
- Works with the Company's legal organization to manage litigation and right of way issues.
- Provides training and technical directions in land rights acquisition to other employees engaged in similar work. Reviews all right-of-way instruments for accuracy and completeness prior to execution.
- Provides guidance and mentoring to lower level Right of Way employees. Reviews work prepared by lower level employees.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's degree in Business, Real Estate, Engineering or related field and three years of right of way experience; or equivalent.
COMMUNICATION SKILLS
Requires excellent verbal and written skills to persuade and/or influence internal customers and external stakeholders (including landowners, attorneys, developers and governmental officials) on critical matters regarding easement/land rights, contractual issues and operational issues. Requires advanced negotiation skills.
NUMERIC SKILLS
Requires the ability to perform basic addition, subtraction, multiplication and division.
COMPUTER SKILLS
Requires a working knowledge of various business computer applications in order to create standardized documents, reports or graphs. Advanced user with Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Adobe Professional, and Google Earth.
WORK CONDITIONS
This position will work in both indoor and outdoor environments. Requires occasionally performing activities including, but not limited to, bending, stooping, grasping, reaching, twisting, turning and/or lifting. Requires valid driver's license and frequent extended travel may be required.
Atmos Energy Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, or veteran status.
Job Family:
Right of Way
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Right of Way Agent Job Market in Texas
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Who's Hiring
- Audubon Companies3
- American Electric Power1
- Atmos Energy1
- Atmos Energy Corporation1
Top Industries Hiring
- Energy3
- Consulting & Professional Services2
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 Audubon Companies, American Electric Power, and Atmos Energy, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 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, Dallas, and Abilene 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 June 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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