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Right Of Way Closing Assistant

HDR -
Chattanooga, TN

Job Details

Full-time

Qualifications

Writing skills
Microsoft Teams
Webex
Productivity software
Video conferences (communication methods)

Full Job Description

Right Of Way Closing Assistant

- (191762)

At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world?

Watch Our Story:' https://www.hdrinc.com/our-story'

Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world.

In the role of Closing Assistant, you will be responsible for the following:

Reading title reports and preparing closing documents for each property.
Update title reports, identify issues with the chain of title, and obtain releases for encumbrances.
This position requires a high level of attention to detail to ensure all documents are prepared correctly.
The candidate will coordinate with right-of-way agents, supervisors, and legal counsel to ensure all tasks are completed.
Perform basic principles in reading, writing, retracing, and interpreting legal descriptions, such as parent parcel, metes and bounds, and subdivision
Review and identify title defects and curative requirements; bringing these matters to the attention of the Project Manager, RES Agent, client, title manager, or underwriter, as appropriate
Preparation of project reports, and review of title document packages
Maintain accurate records of title research activities to ensure appropriate back-up information exists
Works closely with and at the direction of team members, including Project Managers, RES Title Agent 3 staff, RES Tech 3 staff, and RES Agent 3 staff
Supports RES Title Agent 3 with development and participates in training junior staff by providing insight and instruction regarding task completion and procedure
Recognize when to escalate title issues to the RES Agent and the Project Manager
Perform additional duties as assigned

Preferred Qualifications:

Paralegal certification
Experience reviewing title reports and drafting closing documents
Experience closing transactions
Ability to work independently in the client’s office

Required Qualifications

A minimum of 3 years experience with right of way, title, paralegal, real property law or mortgage lending
Must have ability to understand real estate documents such as appraisal, environmental, survey, deeds, easements, deeds of trust, mechanics liens, tax liens, judgments, court records, assessments, probates and other matters of record
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Solid organizational and planning skills
Specific industry regulatory knowledge a plus
Database, ProjectWise and GIS familiarity a plus
Proficient with MS Office Suite, Webex and Teams

What We Believe
HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.

Our Commitment
As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day.

Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.

Primary Location:

United States-Tennessee-Chattanooga

Other Locations:

United States-Tennessee

Industry:

Real Estate Services

Schedule:

Full-time

Employee Status:

Regular

BusinessClass:

Right of Way

Job Posting:

Mar 16, 2026

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