Right of Way Acquisition Agent - Illinois

Evolve Surface Strategies Inc. is a dynamic Right-of-Way Acquisition company specializing in land acquisition, environmental and community engagement services. We proudly serve various industries across North America, including renewable energy, oil and gas, utilities, transportation, land development, telecommunications, and general land access. Evolve is currently servicing six core industries and operating in multiple provinces/states across Canada and the USA.

Due to recent growth and activity levels, Evolve is actively hiring to expand our depth and strength within key regions of North America. We are looking for a team member who will play a vital role in accelerating Evolve's growth while enhancing our corporate culture and overall team dynamics.

At Evolve, we prioritize people, expertise, and innovation, providing an opportunity for people to grow their careers while finding passion and purpose in what they do. Innovation doesn’t just apply to the technology and systems we incorporate but also in the people we integrate into our growth strategies. Join us in our continuous growth and diversification journey, where exciting challenges await in a vibrant work environment.

Profession: Right of Way Acquisition Agent (Illinois, USA)

What we look for…

Our team is seeking an acquisition agent who is a self-starter and has demonstrated success in bringing a level of comfort to all parties involved during the acquisition process. The primary focus for this role will be to provide effective public engagement and acquisition of surface rights, demonstrated in an ethical and professional manner. This role will need to demonstrate both interpersonal and industry knowledge when in the field as well as an eye for technology when inputting updates, providing summaries and communicating with project teams.

The successful candidate will immediately participate in the public engagement and acquisition processes on new and current projects in Evolve’s US Operations. We are looking for industry professionals in the state of Illinois who are ready for a new challenge and opportunity to grow with an industry leader.

Responsibilities would include:

- Negotiate with landowners to acquire the necessary property rights for electric transmission, natural gas pipelines and other energy

- Perform necessary research and due diligence to support acquisition of land

- Participate in open houses and other landowner events

- Support construction activities and post-construction damage settlements

What We Offer:

- Opportunity to continue or begin a new career path with an industry

- Team-focused culture that offers a flexible and engaging

- Work and learn from a diverse group of professionals that serves both team and individual

- Opportunity for both contract and employment work

- Long term career growth and path optionality within the organization

- Competitive Compensation Package

- Exposure to a company with a vast North American presence

What we require…

- 2 – 5 years experienced in Land Acquisition

- Willingness to travel to new areas and learn new industries related to Right-of-Way

- Competent with technology-based update and project management systems (ie. Mapping/GIS , spreadsheets, emails etc.)

- Familiarity in MS Office applications including Power Point, Word, Excel and Outlook

- Strong competencies relating to reviewing legal contracts and ability to learn new agreements supporting energy projects

- Solution-driven, with the ability to find common ground and build mutually beneficial agreements when navigating challenging scenarios with external stakeholders

- Strong consultation and negotiation skills when engaging stakeholders to facilitate land access

- Experience with a variety of acquisition agreements required to secure land access

- Ability to organize projects and work independently

- Professionalism in handling confidential and sensitive information

What would set you apart…

- Specific experience in working on public utility projects in Illinois

- Experience working on projects utilizing eminent domain

- Active member of the AAPL or IRWA

- Post-secondary education

- Resides in the State of Illinois

Apply online or e-mail your resume and cover letter quoting reference RWIL082025 to human.resources@evolvesurface.com