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Real Estate Specialist

Volkert Inc.
United States, Alabama, Birmingham
3535 Grandview Parkway (Show on map)
Mar 12, 2026
Are we the road to your future? Volkert is seeking an experienced Real Estate Specialist to support Right of Way acquisition efforts across our Gulf Region, based in Birmingham, AL. In this role, you will play a key part in delivering infrastructure projects that positively impact communities throughout Alabama. What you'll be doing: Manage and coordinate Right of Way acquisition projects from initiation through closeout Review title commitments, plats, and plans to support acquisition strategy Perform QA/QC functions to ensure compliance with client and regulatory requirements Serve as a liaison between property owners and project stakeholders Maintain strong, professional relationships with clients and landowners Prepare documentation and reports using Microsoft Office tools What you need to have: Experience in real estate, land acquisition, or Right of Way services Ability to read and interpret title commitments and ROW plats/plans Strong communication and negotiation skills Ability to obtain an Alabama Notary license Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screening to ensure a safe and productive work environment. Volkert adheres to federal guidelines, which may include testing for substances such as marijuana. Please note that federal regulations may differ from state-specific guidelines Valid driver's license and a satisfactory motor vehicle report (MVR) Bonus points if you have: Alabama Real Estate Salesperson License Experience supporting public infrastructure or DOT-related projects Working knowledge of acquisition compliance requirements Why Volkert? Volkert is employee owned and a Top 100 design firm, committed to providing clients with creative solutions for sustainability, including improvements to infrastructure, the environment, and natural resources. Founded in 1925, Volkert is celebrating a century of serving our employees, clients, partners, and communities. The words from our Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive Officer, Thomas A. Hand, PE, capture best how you can make an impact while working for Volkert. "For a century, Volkert has done meaningful work that improves our infrastructure and quality of life throughout our communities. We are proud of our one-hundred-year legacy and humbled by the opportunities ahead of us as we look forward to our next century of service. With our commitment to employee ownership and sustainable growth, you can build a career here that really makes a difference." - Thomas A. Hand, PE, Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive Officer EOE-Race/Sex/Vets/Disabled Volkert does not accept unsolicited resumes from headhunters, recruitment agencies or fee-based recruitment services. #LI-DNI Alabama