Solar Land Agent

2 weeks ago


Portland, United States Environmental Resources Management Full time

ERM is hiring a Solar Land Agent to support projects throughout the Pacific Northwest. The Solar Land Agent will be responsible for the acquisition of land, land rights, licenses, leases, permits and other documents necessary for the construction, operation and maintenance of renewable energy sites. This is a full-time (40 hours/week), limited-term remote and field-based role for a duration of 3 months, renewable.

REQUIREMENTS:

  • Conduct diverse and complex negotiations with landowners (or their designees).

  • Work on the settlement of complex damage claims with landowners (or their designees) relative to property damage caused or created during the construction.

  • Search courthouse and other records to determine present property ownership(s) and the extent of interest therein.

  • Advise and assist in establishing a range of fair market values to be used in the acquisition of land and land rights.

  • Draft and/or supervise the preparation of documents for rights of entry, damage claims, contracts, easements, licenses, leases, permits, options to purchase and other documents as may be necessary to acquire adequate rights for the project.

  • Compliance with corporate health and safety policies.

  • Perform other duties as assigned or required.

REQUIREMENTS:

  • High school diploma.

  • 3 to 6 years of ROW experience.

  • Renewable energy experience (solar) is highly desirable.

  • Solid working knowledge of personal computers, Microsoft Office Suite, Google Earth, ArcGIS, and data management software.

  • Knowledgeable in real estate values and accepted real estate appraisal practices.

  • Ability to work in remote locations for long periods of time.

  • Excellent interpersonal skills and a high degree of professionalism.

  • Ability to communicate effectively through oral and written communications.

  • Must meet criteria identified in Job Demands & Conditions Analysis for Office and Field Positions.

  • Physical demands required for the successful performance of this job could include standing and/or walking during variable weather conditions.

Who We Are:

As the largest global pure play sustainability consultancy, we partner with the world’s leading organizations, creating innovative solutions to sustainability challenges and unlocking commercial opportunities that meet the needs of today while preserving opportunity for future generations.

At ERM we know that creating a diverse, equitable and inclusive work environment is an essential part of making our company a great place to build a career. We also see our diversity as a strength that helps us create better solutions for our clients. Our diverse team of world-class experts supports clients across the breadth of their organizations to operationalize sustainability, underpinned by our deep technical expertise in addressing their environmental, health, safety, risk and social issues. We call this capability our “boots to boardroom” approach for its comprehensive service model that allows ERM to develop strategic and technical solutions that advance objectives on the ground or at the executive level.

Please submit your resume and brief cover letter. Based on review of these responses, shortlisted candidates will be invited for interviews.

ERM does not accept recruiting agency resumes. Please do not forward resumes to our jobs alias, ERM employees or any other company location. ERM is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.

ERM is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. 

Thank you for your interest in ERM



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