Project Manager, Land Acquisition

$100,000 - $127,500/Yr

AES - Phoenix, AZ

Full-time - Mid Level

Phoenix, AZ

251-500 employees

Utilities

About the position

The Land Acquisition Manager at AES Corporation will oversee land campaigns and negotiations primarily in the eastern United States, contributing to the company's expanding solar generation portfolio. This role requires a deep understanding of land acquisition processes, including real property conveyances and title issues, and involves collaboration with various project teams to ensure successful project execution.

Responsibilities

• Manage relationships with and budgets of external land agents to ensure agreements for site control are in place to meet project deadlines.
• Work with the wind and solar development team and land agents to ensure all parcels are leased or acquired for successful buildout including turbine/solar field sites, substations, and other project improvements needed.
• Acquire easements for transmission/distribution/generation ties.
• Communicate frequently with all project team members to ensure layouts are understood and site control is proceeding as needed to meet project deadlines.
• Ensure land contracts support the economics and schedule of the projects.
• Provide landowner communication needed to support permit development.
• Prepare and manage land acquisition budgets.
• Review the land status on project acquisitions to determine the degree of completeness and level of work needed to complete land acquisition.

Requirements

• 5+ years' experience acquiring real property or land leases in the energy industry, including the acquisition of rights of way.
• Thorough understanding of the process for obtaining land and easements necessary for energy development.
• Understanding of basic real estate legal principles, title, and contract terms.
• Competence with basic mapping software (Google Earth); Arcview skill helpful but not required.
• Exceptional analytical and time management skills.
• Excellent communication skills including negotiation skills and conflict resolution.
• Understanding of land use constraints with respect to zoning, environmental, and geotechnical issues.
• Strong attention to detail, with the ability to understand issues at a global level.
• Independent thinker able to thrive in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
• Proven ability to produce error-free work under deadlines.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with Google Earth and other GIS software tools.
• Ability to work effectively with accounting systems.
• Applicants with active AAPL or IRWA memberships preferred.

Benefits

• 401(k) eligibility
• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off including vacation, sick time, and parental leave
• Annual bonus potential