John F. Grombacher

 

Phoenix, Arizona

Mobile: 602.499.1950            

john.grombacher@gmail.com

 

 

 

A long-term contract or full time position as a Site Acquisition Specialist or Right-of-Way Agent.

 

 

 

A Real Estate professional with fifteen years of industry relative experience. Expert-level knowledge and real world experience in the acquisition of public and private property. A former Arizona  licensed Real Estate Appraiser with knowledge and experience with all aspects of real property appraisal theory and valuation methods. A team player that takes pride in both performance and work-product.

 

 

 

• Atkins North America                                                                                              March 2013 - Present

Senior Right of Way Agent

Currently Assigned to the Pyramid / McCarran Roadway Improvement Project (100% Travel)

Reno, NV

Currently tasked with the acquisition of residential and commercial properties for the Nevada Regional Transportation Commission (RTC) and the Nevada Department of Transportation (NDOT). Duties include coordination of meetings with property owners; negotiating the acquisition of interests in real property ranging from temporary construction easements to 100% fee takes. Also responsible for the creation of the offer / acquisition package and all documents associated with the acquisition. Other responsibilities include; opening escrow, ensuring delivery of all necessary documentation to the title company, and addressing any issues that arise prior to escrow closing successfully. Request proposals from appraisal firms and perform the subsequent review of proposals received. Award contracts to appraisal firms for the completion of summary appraisals reports and appraisal review reports. Provide internal oversight and review of appraisal firms individual performance and work-product, ensuring adherence to project schedule. Performing inspections of potential replacement housing to ensure compliance with descent, safe, and sanitary guidelines.

 

 

• Cox Business                                                                                                   December 2008 - July 2012

Property Acquisition Administrator

Phoenix, AZ

Negotiated with property owners or their designated agent(s) to acquire the property rights necessary to expand Cox’s communication infrastructure. Upon review of property ownership and the scope of work proposed  on the property, I would determine the best method of acquiring the rights necessary to build. Initiated and conducted on-site meetings with property owners, management, and tenants to explain all aspects of the acquisition and construction plans. Coordinated with Cox’s construction and engineering departments to implement any necessary revision to plans or necessary accommodations to be made on behalf of Cox. Acquisitions included rights of entry, easements, permits, and facilities license agreements. During my time at Cox, I maintained an average of 38 successful acquisitions per month, with a record month of 112 successful acquisitions.

 

 

• Tatum Appraisal Group LLC                                                           December 2005 - December 2008

Owner / Lead Appraiser - Licensed Residential Appraiser

Scottsdale, AZ

Performed residential property inspections and completed appraisal reports on single-family and income-producing properties. Responsibilities included marketing services to potential clients, property inspections, creation and timely delivery of appraisal reports, and daily administrative responsibilities including creating and sending invoices and billing notices, collection of invoices, scheduling property inspections, and discussing appraisal reports with mortgage underwriters.

 

 

• Appraise America                                                                                    December 2003 – December 2005

Staff Appraiser /Licensed Residential Appraiser / Appraisal Apprentice

Performed residential property inspections and drafted appraisals reports for single-family and income properties. Responsibilities included marketing services to potential clients, property inspections, completion of appraisal reports, as well as daily administrative responsibilities such as scheduling property inspections and delivering work file documents to the file storage facility.

 

 

• Tierra Right-of-Way Services                                                         December 2001 - December 2003

Project Manager / Right-of-Way Agent

Scottsdale, AZ

Lead agent assigned to coordinate and negotiate all land acquisitions from the Arizona State Land Department on behalf of the City of Phoenix. Acquired land and easements from property owners on behalf of various local utilities and municipalities including SRP, the City of Mesa, and the Arizona Department of Transportation . Responsibilities included preparation and delivery of timely notices and documentation, presenting offers to and negotiating with property owners, ordering and review of appraisals, inspection of potential replacement housing to determine if they met client decent, safe and sanitary standards.

 

 

• FM Group Inc.                                                                                           March 1999 - December 2001

Project Manager / Construction Superintendent

Phoenix, AZ

Responsible for the creation of construction and zoning drawings of cellular site expansions for Cricket, American Tower, and Crown Castle., Managed a team of CAD drafters, conducted on-site meetings with property owners and carrier representatives to determine layout and design of proposed sites located throughout Arizona and in Las Vegas, Nevada. Acted as a construction superintendent and project manager for numerous cellular sites installations, mid-size commercial tenant improvements, and residential remodel projects. Responsible for scheduling and supervision of all construction activity including adherence to municipal and federal codes, permits, and standards.

 

 

 

 

• St. Olaf College                                                                                                                               1994 – 1998                       

   Psychology

 

• AZ School of Real Estate and Business                                                                                                   2005

  Arizona Residential Appraiser License

 

• AZ School of Real Estate and Business                                                                                                   2002

  AZ Licensed Realtor

 

• Ft. Sam Houston Combat Medic School                                                                                                   2008

  EMT-B

  68W Combat Medic Certification

 

 

 

• Proficient in MS Office applications.

• Experience using Oracle.

• Experienced with mapping software and online applications.

• Able to locate, analyze, and utilize market data.

• Easily understands and can use construction and zoning drawings.

 

 

 

Army Combat Medic Badge                                                                                                                 Iraq, 2010

• Awarded for performing duties as a medic while actively engaged with enemy forces.