Real Estate Professional II

Overview

Real Estate Professional II

Opportunity for any of the following offices: Madison/Baraboo/Beaver Dam/Milwaukee

Primarily On-Site with project travel | Full-Time

About the Opportunity

Help improve communities by securing the property rights needed to move transportation and municipal improvement projects forward! As a Real Estate Professional II at MSA Professional Services, you'll manage right-of-way acquisitions, negotiate with property owners, and collaborate with project teams and public agencies to support important infrastructure projects.

This is a great opportunity for an experienced right-of-way professional who enjoys working independently, building relationships, and finding solutions. You'll use your knowledge of property acquisition and negotiation to manage transactions from start to finish, while continuing to develop your expertise and contributing to meaningful projects in a collaborative, employee-owned environment.

Employee Testimonial:

"As an employee-owned company (100% ESOP), working at MSA is not just a job. We're genuine co-owners, and this ESOP setup promotes a culture of collaboration and engagement throughout MSA because we all have a direct financial interest as owners."

-Project Engineer Transportation, Cedar Rapids Office

Responsibilities

What You'll Do

• Manage Property Acquisitions: Independently coordinate and complete right-of-way acquisitions for transportation and municipal improvement projects, including negotiations, settlements, and property transfers.

• Work with Property Owners: Build relationships with landowners, explain project impacts and acquisition processes, address concerns, and negotiate fair compensation.

• Research & Evaluate Property Information: Review property titles, legal descriptions, right-of-way plats, construction plans, and other documents to prepare for negotiations and identify potential challenges.

• Coordinate Acquisition Activities: Work with appraisers, project managers, public agencies, and other stakeholders to develop solutions, prepare acquisition documents, and secure the necessary property interests.

• Manage Project Documentation & Progress: Maintain accurate acquisition records, monitor project schedules and budgets, track negotiations, and communicate progress to project teams and leadership.

• Support Team Success: Share your experience with less experienced colleagues, assist with complex acquisition issues, and contribute to successful project delivery.

Travel to meet with property owners and clients is an important part of this position, typically accounting for approximately 10–20% of your time. Some overnight travel may be required.

Qualifications

What You Bring

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.

• Minimum of 4 years of relevant experience in right-of-way acquisition.

• Current placement on a WisDOT list of approved right-of-way specialists or state certification authorizing real estate acquisition for public improvement projects on behalf of others.

• Knowledge of the Uniform Relocation Assistance and Real Property Acquisition Policies Act and applicable state statutes governing right-of-way acquisition.

• Experience independently managing property acquisition transactions, including negotiations, documentation, and settlements.

• Ability to interpret right-of-way plats, construction plans, legal descriptions, and property records.

• Strong communication, negotiation, organizational, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects and build positive relationships with property owners and clients.

• Ability and willingness to travel for property owner and client meetings, including occasional overnight travel.

Preferred Qualifications

• Real Estate Salesperson or Broker License.

• Coursework or professional development through the International Right of Way Association (IRWA).

• Experience working on Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) or other public infrastructure projects.

• Experience with complex property acquisition negotiations, eminent domain procedures, or administrative settlements.

• Experience mentoring or providing technical guidance to less experienced real estate professionals.

Why MSA?

MSA is a 100% employee-owned multidisciplinary AEC firm committed to improving the communities where people live, work, and play.

• Employee Ownership: Be part of a firm where employees share in its long-term success through our ESOP.

• Flexibility: Flexible work arrangements and Flex Time opportunities.

• Collaboration: Work alongside in-house experts across engineering, architecture, planning, surveying, and other disciplines.

• Professional Growth: Opportunities to learn, develop your expertise, and advance your career.

Compensation & Benefits

Compensation Range: $55,700 – $89,100 (commensurate with experience)

MSA offers eligible employees a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Employee Ownership: ESOP contributions in company stock at no cost to eligible employees.

• Retirement: 401(k) with employer match and immediate 100% vesting.

• Health & Wellness: Medical, dental, vision, and company-paid life and disability insurance.

• Paid Time Off: Minimum 17 days of PTO, 8 paid holidays, and paid parental leave.

• Additional Rewards: Annual performance-based bonus opportunities through our Short-Term Incentive Program (STIP), where eligible.

Benefit eligibility and specific provisions vary by position and applicable plan requirements.

Equal Opportunity Employer

MSA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

MSA is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace and encourages candidates from all backgrounds to apply.

Reasonable Accommodation Statement

If you require a reasonable accommodation during the application or interview process, please contact hr@msa-ps.com so we can assist you.