Right of Way Acquisition Agent (Tennessee, USA)

Evolve Surface Strategies Inc

  • Full time
  • 3 months ago
  • Remote
  • Remote

Job Description

Evolve Surface Strategies Inc. is a dynamic Right-of-Way Acquisition company specializing in land acquisition, environmental and community engagement services. We proudly serve various industries across North America, including renewable energy, oil and gas, utilities, transportation, land development, telecommunications, and general land access. Evolve is currently servicing six core industries and operating in multiple provinces/states across Canada and the USA.

Due to recent growth and activity levels, Evolve is actively hiring to expand our depth and strength within key regions of North America. We are looking for a team member who will play a vital role in accelerating Evolve’s growth while enhancing our corporate culture and overall team dynamics.

At Evolve, we prioritize people, expertise, and innovation, providing an opportunity for people to grow their careers while finding passion and purpose in what they do. Innovation doesnt just apply to the technology and systems we incorporate but also in the people we integrate into our growth strategies. Join us in our continuous growth and diversification journey, where exciting challenges await in a vibrant work environment.


Profession: Right of Way Acquisition Agent (Tennessee, USA)


What we look for


Our team is seeking an acquisition agent who is a self-starter and has demonstrated success in bringing a level of comfort to all parties involved during the acquisition process. The primary focus for this role will be to provide effective public consultation and acquisition of surface rights, demonstrated in an ethical and professional manner. This role will need to demonstrate both interpersonal and industry knowledge when in the field as well as an eye for technology when inputting updates, providing summaries and communicating with project teams.

The successful candidate will immediately participate in the public engagement and acquisition processes on new and current projects in Evolves US Operations. We are looking for industry professionals in the state of Tennessee who are ready for a new challenge and opportunity to grow with an industry leader.

Responsibilities would include:

  • Assessing interest and negotiating with landowners to acquire the necessary property rights for solar, wind, BESS and other renewable energy projects.
  • Perform necessary research and due diligence to support acquisition of land rights.
  • Participate in open houses and other landowner events.

What We Offer:
  • Opportunity to continue or begin a new career path with an industry leader.
  • Team-focused culture that offers a flexible and engaging workplace.
  • Work and learn from a diverse group of professionals that serves both team and individual growth.
  • Opportunity for both contract and employment work
  • Exposure to a company with a vast North American presence

What we require
  • Minimum of 2 years experienced in Land Acquisition
  • Willingness to travel to new areas and learn new industries related to Right-of-Way work.
  • Comfort and competent with technology-based update and project management systems (ie. Mapping/GIS , spreadsheets, emails etc.)
  • Familiarity in MS Office applications including Power Point, Word, Excel and Outlook
  • Strong competencies relating to reviewing legal contracts and ability to learn new agreements supporting renewable energy projects.
  • Solution driven and ability to find common ground to support mutually beneficial agreements when presented with challenging scenarios among external stakeholders.
  • Strong consultation and negotiation skills when engaging stakeholders to facilitate land access.
  • Experienced with a variety of acquisition agreements required to secure land access.
  • Ability to organize projects and work independently for periods.
  • Professionalism in handling confidential and sensitive information

What would set you apart

  • Specific experience in the renewable energy field of the Right of Way industry
  • Active member of the IRWA
  • Post-secondary education
  • Resides in the State of Tennessee

Apply online or e-mail your resume and cover letter quoting reference RWTN0724 to [email protected]

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