Permitting Agent - Houston Area

Houston, United StatesFull-timePosted Sep 17, 2026

Job description

Lonestar Land Services is seeking experienced Permitting Agents to staff projects in the Houston area. This is a NON per diem position so you will need to reside in the Houston/North Houston area. You MUST have experience with utility permits as stated below.

Responsibilities

Negotiate and secure right-of-way, lease and easement agreements with various entities. Acquire surface agreements, access agreements, and damage settlements as required. Coordinate with survey, engineering, and project management teams. Maintain accurate documentation and reporting throughout the acquisition process.

Meet acquisition targets and project deadlines with limited supervision.

Preferred Qualifications

2+ years of direct Right-of-Way acquisition AND Permitting experience. Experience on pipeline, midstream, utility, or infrastructure projects. Willing to work in the areas you note in the following application. You must have experience with TxDOT, Railroads, Overhead Electric, Counties and other government, municipal and railroad entities.

Requirements

Qualification Requirements (minimum and preferred requirements): 2+ years of experience in right of way, title, land acquisition, or real estate, specifically in acquiring permits for pipelines and overhead electric. Good working knowledge of various entities such as TXDoT/RULIS, Overhead Electric, County and City Permitting, Encroachment and Crossing of other Utilities, Union Pacific and BNSF RR crossings, Texas General Land Office leases and others.

Highly organized with strong attention to detail and documentation accuracy Must be able to pass a background check.

Benefits

Lonestar Land Services provides competitive day rates and per diem when required. We also offer the following benefits after noted waiting periods: (60 day waiting period) Health Insurance Dental Insurance Vision Insurance Group Term Life Insurance Voluntary Term Life Insurance 401k (waiting period is 6 months)

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