Land Acquisition Manager

RWE Americas, LLC

To start as soon as possible, full time, permanent

Functional area: Project Development

Remuneration: Exempt

The Land Acquisition Manager reports to the Director of Land Acquisition. You will be responsible for managing and acquiring land, handling land asset management activities for renewable energy projects and managing 3rd party brokers/agents as needed to support the RWE company goals in the South Region of the United States. This will include developing and implementing strategic land acquisition plans, negotiating land agreements, and ensuring compliance with all relevant regulations and permits.

Role Responsibilities:

Execute a comprehensive land acquisition strategy aligned with the organization’s renewable energy project goals

Assist development to identify suitable land parcels for renewable energy development through market analysis and site assessments

Contact and negotiate land acquisitions through leasing/purchase agreements and easements, ensuring favorable terms and conditions

Collaborate with legal teams to structure land agreements that meet legal and regulatory requirements

Conduct thorough due diligence on potential land acquisitions, including title searches, environmental assessments, and permitting requirements

Evaluate landowner’s willingness to participate in renewable energy projects

Build and maintain positive relationships with landowners, local communities, government authorities, and other stakeholders

Understand relevant aspects of storage and renewable energy and successfully educate landowners in detail

Address concerns and provide information about project plans and benefits to landowners

Travel, as required, to facilitate and close land acquisition efforts and foster positive relationships with landowners and other stakeholders

Identify and mitigate potential risks related to land acquisition, land use and project development

Develop contingency plans for unforeseen challenges related to land assets

Develop and manage budgets for land acquisition and management activities

Monitor expenses and optimize land assets for cost-effective project development

Manage third party land acquisition resources to achieve the land resource objectives through a combination of internal and external resources

Foster a collaborative and high-performance work environment

Maintain accurate records of land agreements, permits and regulatory compliance and pre-established corporate websites

Provide regular reports to senior management on land acquisition progress and issues

Job Requirements and Experiencs:

Bachelor’s degree in business, real estate, environmental science or a related field (Master’s Degree preferred)

Minimum of 3 years of experience in land acquisition, real estate, land management, or a combination thereof, with a strong background in renewables (solar, wind and battery storage) preferred

Knowledge of land-use regulations, permitting processes and real estate law

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for stakeholder engagement

Working knowledge of geographic information systems (GIS) and related land management software

Efficiency in ALTAMPS and SAP programs preferred

Working knowledge of land records, including title

Exceptional negotiation and contract management skills

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. RWE Americas is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of employment visas at this time.

Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Education Assistance, Parental Leave, Paid time off, and Holidays. Eligible employees also participate in short-term incentives, in addition to salary.

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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.

RWE Americas, a subsidiary of RWE, is a US-based energy company that is helping to meet the growing demand for energy across the United States. Backed by RWE’s 125-year global legacy of managing diverse power assets, RWE Americas operates approximately 13 GW of power projects across 27 states. With a talented workforce of 2,000 employees, RWE Americas develops, constructs and operates wind, solar and battery storage projects, along with natural gas-powered generation, that safely deliver affordable, reliable electricity to our customers. Committed to responsible development, RWE Americas invests in local and rural communities, creating jobs and partnering with stakeholders to support and strengthen the places where we live and work. Learn more about how RWE Americas is generating impact at americas.rwe.com.

At RWE Americas, we foster a culture defined by our Essential Behaviors - Have Courage, Create Impact and Actively Collaborate. We encourage bold thinking and continuous learning, and we value ownership, resilience and inclusion in everything we do. When you join us, you become part of a team that supports your development, respects your contributions and celebrates shared success. This is a place where you can grow your career and make a meaningful difference.