Real Estate and Land Administration Manager

About Longroad Energy Longroad Energy is a Boston, MA headquartered renewable energy developer focused on the development, ownership, and operation/asset management of wind and solar energy projects throughout North America.
Founded in 2016, Longroad owns 1.
6 GW of wind and solar projects across the United States in addition to operating and managing a total of 3.
5 GW of wind and solar projects on behalf of Longroad and third parties.
Our vision is to create lasting value for our shareholders, communities, and employees by responsibly developing, owning and operating renewable energy projects.
We have assembled a world-class team with a passion for renewable energy innovation and a commitment to developing renewable projects throughout the US.
Job Purpose Reporting to Vice President, Legal, the Real Estate and Land Administration Manager will have overall responsibility for administering Longroad’s real estate agreements from inception through management of contract compliance and landowner payments during the development, construction and operations phases of wind, solar and battery storage projects.
In addition to directing and overseeing compliance with internal processes and business controls, the Real Estate and Land Administration Manager will ensure that real estate contract terms and compliance requirements are entered into the land management system for use by internal stakeholders.
After initial setup, Real Estate and Land Administration Manager will monitor land contract compliance and payment processing, as well as provide support for dispute resolution as needed.
This role acts as a liaison between Accounting, Operations, Development, Construction and Legal for all real estate matters.
Responsibilities Reviews and enters relevant land agreement data and terms into the Company’s land management software system and maintains the system to ensure completeness and accuracy Supports internal stakeholders by responding to requests, researching land agreements and/or land data, compiling information/ reports, examining data for making decisions and recommendations Ensures land payment processes (fixed and royalty-based) are executed efficiently, consistently and in accordance with real estate agreements by the Development, Construction and Asset Management team Facilitates landowner onboarding requirements for inclusion the accounting system Leads periodic reviews of existing real estate (and related) systems and processes and recommends changes/ improvements when applicable Conducts due diligence reviews of landowner agreements and related real estate documents and assists attorneys and Real Estate team for potential land acquisitions, project development and financing transactions Provides detailed review of title work and surveys to spot and resolve title ownership, land use restrictions, and legal description issues, along with title company requirements, for title policy coverage; prepares title and survey comments/revisions to title companies and surveyors as needed Drafts title curative and other real estate documents for attorney review, including land leases, easements, rights-of-way, land option agreements, deeds, assignments, subordination and non-disturbance agreements, memoranda and other recordable documents, estoppel certificates, lien affidavits, title objection letters, project closing checklists, real estate schedules and closing instruction letters Ensures consistency of approach and provides guidance and training as appropriate Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's Degree Four years of experience working on large-scale land or real estate transactions for a land developer, energy company, title company and/or real estate law firm High level of accuracy, attention to detail and excellent proofreading skills One year experience with land management software Effective communication skills, with the ability to build rapport and maintain positive relationships with various stakeholders Outstanding team player with strong interpersonal skills to effectively work within a multi-disciplinary group to achieve project related goals Creative, outside the box thinker - solutions oriented Proficiency with Microsoft Office products including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint Desired/Preferred Qualifications Strong knowledge of the processes involved in land acquisition and administration for a variety of land agreement types (e.
g.
, leases, options, easements, etc.
) Strong analytical skills with ability to read, comprehend and summarize legal documents and contracts[SB1] Basic accounting knowledge Experience with Quorum Software, Pandell LandWorks, or Enertia Notary Public Characteristics Necessary for Success Strong customer support-focused attitude and excellent communication skills A collaborative style and a can-do attitude Comfortable with fast-paced, rapidly-changing environment Ability to make informed decisions quickly Passionate and enthusiastic about alternative energy, Integrity and accountability Benefits of Working at Longroad Energy We are dedicated to providing our employees with the support and resources they need to stay healthy, secure their future, and be successful in their careers.
Benefits at Longroad include the opportunity for merit-based salary increases, incentive plan participation, eligibility for our 401(k) plan and matching, and comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.
Our robust time-off policy includes accrual of 18 vacation days in your first year, paid holidays, and paid volunteer time.
We offer paid parental leave to help support employees as they transition into parenthood.
Learn more about our employee benefits.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Diversity, equity, and inclusion matter - at Longroad, in our industry, in our communities, and in society at large.
We embrace our responsibility to build and promote a diverse, equitable, and inclusive working experience and drive change where we live and operate.
We work to actively promote and celebrate diversity, equity, and inclusion.
We foster a supportive space that empowers everyone at Longroad to learn about, discuss and ask questions related to embracing and honoring identity.
We collaborate with our community, colleagues, and industry in the ongoing pursuit of evolving and growing an inclusive and diverse environment.
Learn more about our DEI commitment.
Longroad Energy Values At Longroad, we SHINE.
We aim to be the most trusted renewable energy company on the long road to a green future.
We are an experienced team of problem solvers and promise-keepers who develop sustainable solutions that meet today’s challenges and make a lasting impact on people and our planet.
Learn more about our SHINE values.
Longroad Energy is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer (“EOE”).
Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, citizenship, or any other legally protected status.
Longroad Energy prohibits discrimination against individuals with disabilities and will reasonably accommodate applicants with a disability, upon request, and will also ensure reasonable accommodations are made for disabled employees.
Longroad Energy is firmly committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities in all employment practices and personnel actions, including advertising, recruitment, testing, screening, hiring, selection for training, upgrading, transfer, demotion, layoff, discipline, termination, rates of pay, and other forms of compensation.