Land Acquisition Team Member

Job Description

Intersect Power is a team of friends driven to preserve our planet for future generations through low-carbon energy and infrastructure solutions. Intersect Power is a privately held clean energy company bringing innovative, scalable, American-made, low-carbon solutions to its customers in global energy markets. We develop, own, and operate some of the world’s largest grid-tied clean energy resources, as well as co-located facilities for large industrial loads, including data centers, e-fuels, and other energy-intensive products. We are laser-focused on the largest, most transformative clean energy projects that decarbonize the existing power grid and bring new loads to clean generation without the need for new transmission. Intersect is redefining the scope of the clean energy industry by enabling new pathways between clean electricity and the broader economy. We are on an aggressive growth trajectory and are looking to fill key roles with talented professionals who want to make an impact.

Location & Team Gatherings

Intersect has been a fully flexible workplace since its founding in 2016. We’ve been very intentional about the way we do things. We are not work-from-home, hybrid, or in-office – we are any and all of those options! Deepening social connections and offering shared experiences is a cornerstone of the way we work. We connect as a team at our Team Week experiences four times a year and at our recently established Hub locations - SF Bay Area, NYC Metro Area, NY; Denver, CO; Houston, TX; Calgary, AB; and Toronto, ON.

We are currently seeking candidates located within 60 miles of any of the listed hubs to foster more in-person connections while maintaining our flexible remote culture.

About This Position

We are seeking a successful land acquisition professional who will support our real estate work streams on multiple large-scale projects, land campaigns and land acquisition efforts in a fast-paced and entrepreneurial environment. This position will report directly to the Director, Land Acquisition and work closely with the Development Team.

The Land Acquisitions team works primarily in the CAISO market and on a variety of technologies including solar, storage, OGM, transmission, and data centers. The scope of the team covers full cycle development from early-stage strategy through to start of construction, with a primary focus on site selection and acquisition to maintain schedule, budget, and economic value of each project. The team coordinates closely with all major SME departments on a daily basis.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Contribute to various aspects of the Company's land acquisition process, from site due diligence to all aspects of site control including helping to resolve title and survey matters to closing site control agreements in connection with financing and construction.
• Support all aspects of solar, battery storage, and real estate, from early-stage strategy through to financial close and start of construction.
• Day-to-day administration of GIS tools, project trackers, budgets, schedules, and development tools.
• Support and administer the negotiation of complex land and site acquisition agreements (lease, purchase, easements, surface waivers, etc.).
• Oversee and administer 3rd party land agents and document specialists, including conducting administrative audits of reports and trackers to ensure compliance, while overseeing document request workflow for multiple site control campaigns.
• Maintain internal site control trackers and Power BI tool to provide progress reports internally across the organization.
• Manage and work with landowners and community groups to facilitate strong community engagement and foster good relationships with the landowners.
• Assist in preparing and updating land acquisition budgets and executive materials related to these requests.
• Provide ongoing support to the Managers, Director and Head of Land.

Qualifications and Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in real estate management, Finance, Economics or other related fields.
• 1+ years of experience in real estate, energy industry, management consulting, finance, or related industry.
• 1+ years of project management experience.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skillsExpertise using Microsoft Excel or other modeling programs.
• Strong communication, organization, and relationship management skills.
• Independent and self-directed.
• Proven ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, iterative, entrepreneurial environment.
• Familiarity with land/environmental policy/law/renewable energy.
• Passionate about renewable energy development.
• Familiarity with google earth, GIS software.
• Position requires 25% travel through a calendar year.
• A note on qualifications: Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they are able to perform every task in the job description. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job and will consider any equivalent combination of knowledge, skills, education and experience to meet minimum qualifications. If you are interested in applying, we encourage you to think broadly about your background and skill set for the role.

Physical and Sensory Requirements

• Mostly sedentary work; using standard office equipment including: a computer, keyboard, and telephone.
• Position requires 25% travel through a calendar year.
• Reasonable Accommodations are available, including, but not limited to, for disabled veterans, individuals with disabilities, and individuals with sincerely held religious beliefs, in all phases of the application and employment process. To request an accommodation please email [email protected].

Salary & Benefits

• Salary: $85,000-$95,000 base salary with 25% annual target bonus.
• Exceptional Healthcare: Access comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans with 100% premium coverage for both you and your dependents.
• Financial Security: Benefit from a 3% non-elective employer contribution to your 401k, ensuring your financial future is on the right track.
• Time Off: Unlimited Paid Time Off (PTO) + two company-wide vacation weeks (Fourth of July & End of year). We believe in the importance of rest and relaxation.
• Family-Friendly Policies: Experience up to 12 weeks of fully paid parental leave, with an additional 6 weeks for birth parents. We support you through the exciting journey of parenthood.
• Mental Health and Well-being: Access mental health and behavioral coaching services through Ginger, providing you with the support you need to thrive both personally and professionally.
• Family Planning Support: Navigate family planning with ease through our partnership with Carrot, ensuring a seamless experience for new parents.
• Perks: Enjoy a variety of perks, including a $150 USD monthly food stipend on Grubhub and a pet insurance allowance. We care about the little things that make a big difference.
• Tech-Ready: Gear up with our new hire tech package, including a laptop, monitor, docking station, webcam, headphones, and more. Set up your home office with provided furniture, including a desk and chair.
• At Intersect Power we believe in fostering a supportive and enriching environment for our team members. Join us and experience a workplace that truly values you, inside and outside the office!

Note: We welcome applicants who do not have current enforceable non-compete restrictions that would hinder their employment with us. If you are currently under a non-compete agreement with a previous employer, we kindly request that you carefully review the terms of that agreement and ensure that your potential employment with us does not violate those terms.

Unsolicited resumes or referrals from third-party recruiting firms or agencies are not accepted by Intersect Power.