Full-Time
Transmission Right of Way Agent Senior
Right of Way
Posted on 9/24/2025
American Electric Power
10,001+ employees
Generates, transmits, and distributes electricity
Compensation Overview
$72.4k - $106.4k/yr
New Albany, OH, USA
In Person
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- Associate's degree in real estate, business, engineering, project management or related applicable field with a minimum of three (3) years of related experience, OR, Bachelor's degree in real estate, business, engineering or related applicable field with a minimum of two years of related experience.
- Worked in one or more of the following areas: business, project management, real estate, law, electric transmission and/or distribution right-of-way and/or real estate.
- Associate's degree in real estate, business, engineering, project management or related applicable field with a minimum of six (6) years of related experience; OR, Bachelor's degree in real estate, business, engineering, project management or related applicable field with a minimum of four (4) years of related experience.
- Experience in one or more of the following areas: business, project management, real estate, law, electric transmission and/or distribution right-of-way and/or real estate and/or possess a professional certificate (i.e., IR/WA, SR/WA, PMP, etc). Prior experience in a leadership position and/or project management a plus.
- Develop skill in and provide effective communication that is clear, direct, concise, and professional, including effective listening, with all stakeholders including team members, sponsors, management and senior management.
- Possess excellent written communication, presentation and organizational skills with a strong proficiency working with Microsoft Office products (i.e., Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.) and right-of-way/land management databases (i.e., geoAMPS or other land management databases) or other equivalent databases.
- Must be able to work outside normal business hours to accommodate project schedules. Must have a valid driver’s license issued by the appropriate State.
- Handle complicated negotiations with landowners (or their designees) for the acquisition of land rights relative to the construction, reconstruction, or maintenance of electric transmission and/or distribution facilities.
- Settle damage claims with property owners (or their designees) relative to property damage caused or created by AEP, or its contractors, during the construction, reconstruction, maintenance or removal of transmission and/or distribution facilities.
- Search courthouses and other records as may be available to determine present property ownership(s) and the extent of interests therein.
- Review and interpret legal documents, property surveys, legal descriptions, surveying drawings, appraisals, and reports. Prepare approved legal documents for the acquisition of land rights relative to the construction, reconstruction or maintenance of electric transmission and/or distribution facilities.
- Provide functional support to other AEP Business Units in regard to questions and procedures in the acquisition of land rights.
- Maintain property owner files, maps, drawings, exhibits and detailed progress reports within Right-of-Way Stakeholder Information system (ROWSi).
- Follow TROW estimate guidelines and practices for the acquisition of land rights for the acquisition of land rights relative to the construction, reconstruction, enlargement or maintenance of electric transmission and/or distribution facilities.
- Complete ROW estimate & scope for TROW Projects, and manage, develop, review and coordinate right-of-way project scope, schedule, budget related to multiple right-of-way projects or program of projects.
- Follow TROW Outsourcing Technical Guidelines for the outsourcing of acquisition of land rights relative to the construction, reconstruction or maintenance of electric transmission and/or distribution facilities.
- Act as a liaison or project manager with vendor companies performing services relative to the acquisition of land rights for the construction, reconstruction or maintenance of electric transmission and/or distribution facilities.
- Responsible for project oversight in reviewing and supervising vendor companies on ROW Projects to ensure adherence to project schedules and budget, as well as project reporting. Review periodic status and cost of managed right-of-way projects.
- Track the project quality, milestones and performance against annual work plans.
- Monitor the closeout process and establish any lessons learned on TROW projects and recommend process improvements as appropriate. Approve vouchers for payments incurred in the acquisition of land rights involving the construction, reconstruction or maintenance of electric transmission and/or distribution facilities.
- Act as a witness and assist in the selection of witnesses and commissioners in connection with condemnation and/or other court actions involving the acquisition of land rights or other court actions which may result from the construction, reconstruction or maintenance for electric transmission and/or distribution facilities.
- Represent Transmission right-of-way in internal process improvement teams and initiatives as well as external industry forums, where required. Support and hold employees and contractors accountable for the AEP System Safety Process, ensuring a safe working environment focused on Zero Harm.
- Prior experience in a leadership position and/or project management a plus.
American Electric Power (AEP) is a large U.S. electric utility that generates, transmits, and distributes electricity to more than five million customers across 11 states. It uses a mix of power sources—coal, natural gas, nuclear, and growing renewable energy—to run a wide network of transmission lines that deliver electricity from plants to homes and businesses. Revenue comes mainly from selling electricity, with rates regulated by state and federal authorities. AEP’s scale, its extensive transmission grid, and its mix of regulated services distinguish it from smaller utilities and pure energy producers. The company aims to provide reliable electric service, manage energy costs, and pursue a gradual shift toward cleaner energy while complying with regulatory requirements.
Company Size
10,001+
Company Stage
IPO
Headquarters
Columbus, Ohio
Founded
1906
Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- AEP signed 7 gigawatts of new load agreements in Q1 2026.
- Its five-year capital plan expanded to $78 billion.
- DOE guaranteed $1.6 billion for 5,000 miles of transmission upgrades.
What critics are saying
- Regulators can trim AEP's $78 billion capital plan.
- A few hyperscale customers drive nearly all incremental load growth.
- Equity issuance dilutes holders and increases financing dependence.
What makes American Electric Power unique
- AEP serves nearly 5.6 million customers across 11 states.
- It owns the nation's largest electricity transmission system.
- Its regulated model combines generation, transmission, and distribution assets.
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