RWE - Austin, TX
posted 4 months ago
The Land Acquisition Manager in the renewables industry is a regional leadership position responsible for the acquisition, management, and optimization of land assets for renewable energy projects, such as wind, solar, storage, and hydrogen facilities. This role involves strategic planning, negotiation, and coordination to secure and manage land resources effectively. The manager will execute a comprehensive land acquisition strategy aligned with the organization's renewable energy project goals, ensuring that the necessary land parcels are identified and secured for development. In this position, the manager will assist development teams in identifying suitable land parcels for renewable energy development through market analysis and site assessments. They will be responsible for contacting and negotiating land acquisitions through leasing or purchase agreements and easements, ensuring that the terms and conditions are favorable for the organization. Collaboration with legal teams is essential to structure land agreements that meet all legal and regulatory requirements. The role also requires conducting thorough due diligence on potential land acquisitions, which includes title searches, environmental assessments, and understanding permitting requirements. The manager will evaluate landowners' willingness to participate in renewable energy projects and will build and maintain positive relationships with landowners, local communities, government authorities, and other stakeholders. A key aspect of this role is to understand relevant aspects of storage and renewable energy and successfully educate landowners about the projects, addressing their concerns and providing information about the benefits of the projects.